It's Veterans Day - how is New Hampshire doing when it comes to supporting our veterans?
Liz talks with President and CEO of Harbor Care, Henry Och, about initiatives to support veterans in New Hampshire, particularly when it comes to homelessness, health care, and employment.
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This episode pairs well with - and references - a previous episode: Homelessness ... in New Hampshire? with Erica Diamond and Lauren Bombardier
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Links:
- Harbor Care
- Information about Harbor Care's Thanksgiving Community Dinner
- New Hampshire's Department of Military Affairs and Veterans Services
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
- Amendment backing full VA hospital in NH clears House (Union Leader)
- New Hampshire veterans moving into campus dedicated to veteran community (WMUR)
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