The role of caregiver is an important one, but rarely one that is anticipated or prepared for. Yet, many unsuspecting spouses, parents, family members, and friends have found themselves assuming this role without warning to care for a wounded, ill, or injured service member.
We know that behind every wounded service member is a wounded family who bears their own battle scars. These caregivers need support too. If you find yourself in the caregiver role, there will be many responsibilities you may not be familiar with, or resources you may not be aware of. To help navigate the roles and responsibilities of caring for your wounded, ill or injured service member, we think these resources are invaluable: Service-Specific Wounded Programs.
Most often, your first point of contact will be your service member’s branch-specific wounded program. If they are not assigned to these programs right away, your service member might be referred by their primary care manager (PCM) or specialist first. If they aren’t, be sure to ask the medical team handling your service member’s care, or contact the programs directly to learn more information.
Army Warrior Transition Command * 703.428.7118
Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Regiment * 1.877.487.6299
Air Force Wounded Warrior Program * 1.800.581.9437
Navy Safe Harbor * 1.855.628.9997 (The Safe Harbor program also serves Coast Guardsmen.)
Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Regiment * 1.877.487.6299
Air Force Wounded Warrior Program * 1.800.581.9437
Navy Safe Harbor * 1.855.628.9997 (The Safe Harbor program also serves Coast Guardsmen.)
