Posted on Dec 12, 2016
AMSUS: How to care for warriors who used to be wounded
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I'm really impressed to find out that not all physically injured vets, don't consider themselves as a wounded warrior.
For many back home from the battlefield, the wounds are right there in the open: the amputated leg, the mangled hand. But some of those who were injured don’t still see themselves as wounded warriors.
For many back home from the battlefield, the wounds are right there in the open: the amputated leg, the mangled hand. But some of those who were injured don’t still see themselves as wounded warriors.
AMSUS: How to care for warriors who used to be wounded
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The first time that happened to me was waiting for my grandson at school. A guy with a prosthetic leg walked up from a parking spot quite a distance away while handicapped parking was right by the exit. When I reminded him of the parking, his question was, "Who is handicapped"? Instant respect.
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I agree. If a person has a physical disability and can walk ok, give those handicapped spaces for those who can't walk. I've said before, I have DV plates but I don't park in handicapped places, because he walk just fine. Having PTSD shouldn't have anything to do with handicapped parking. I have a friend who plays golf twice a week. He rides in a cart, but has to walk to the ball, so he does a lot of walking. He parks in handicapped places even when he could park in a spot next to a non handicapped spot. I don't think that's right. I think he uses them for more convenience.
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nice read, something to ponder. I would guess these men that don't consider themselves wounded warrior are the ones making a better life for themselves. They have accepted the change in life and are ready to move on. These are better men than I.
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Most "older" men, including me, don't like to show something that is a handicap. It's actually keeps us younger. We have plenty of time to get old, but on our own terms.
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