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John Schoeppach, U.S. ArmyHello my name is John Schoeppach and I am a Lieutenant Colonel Division Operations Plans Branch Chief with the United States Army Reserve. I served our country in Iraq from August of 1990 to April of 1991 in Operations Desert Shield and Storm. As many of you know from the news recently, injured and wounded US Soldiers from Iraq and Afghanistan are returning home to a medical system not prepared to handle the types or numbers of injuries sustained. This problem is only getting worse and unfortunately many are falling thru the cracks in a system that is stretched beyond its limits. These brave men and women are now having to fight again here at home just to get the proper attention they deserve, and that we owe to them. Many are now facing the reality of living the rest of their life with a major disability. These disabilities and wounds need to be treated with speed and with the highest level of respect and honor.
I am proud to serve on the Board of Seniors 4 Soldiers a Non-Profit organization dedicated to helping these men, women and their immediate families adjust to life with a disability. We are committed to removing the red tape and quickly and effectively delivering care benefits to our Hero's. Won't you join me, and many others today as we show our support and gratitude to these brave men and women who paid a great and permanent price defending our great land? Thank you.
John Schoeppach Bio
I entered The United States Military Academy, West Point in July of 1984 and graduated in May of 1988 with a Bachelors of Science degree in Computer Science and was commissioned an Officer in the United States Army. I served as a Company Fire Support Officer, Battery Fire Direction Officer and Executive Officer with the 82nd Airborne Division. In the United States Army Reserve I served as an Infantry Company Executive Officer and Company Commander, an Infantry Battalion Personnel, Intelligence and Operations Officer, a Division Operation and Plans Officer and currently serve as the Division Plans Branch Chief. My Military schooling includes: Field Artillery Officer Basic, Field Artillery Cannon Battery Officer's Course, Airlift Operations, Air Movement Operations, Naval Gunfire Special Spotter, Infantry Officer Advanced Course, Combined Arms Services Staff School, Command and General Staff Officer's Course. My Awards and Badges include: Airborne, Ranger, Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal with 2 Bronze Stars, Army Achievement Medal with 2 Bronze Stars, Reserve Component Achievement Medal with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters and M Device, National Defense Service Medal with Bronze Star, Southwest Asia Service Medal with 2 Bronze Stars, Global War On Terrorism Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Kuwait Liberation Medal (Govt of Saudi Arabia), Kuwait Liberation Medal (Govt of Kuwait).
Erik L. Olafson, U.S. Army
I am First Sergeant Erik Olafson with the U.S. Army Reserves Medical Command stationed Nashville,TN. I've been a Combat Medic for over 15 years and just returned from my tour in Iraq December 2006. You don't need to be a Medic to feel the loss of a soldier falling on the battlefield.
Once wounded, many of these brave brothers and sisters endure months, and sometimes years of rehabilitation through the Military healthcare facilities system. When a wounded or disabled soldier is released to the "civilian" world, many of them are faced with an even greater battle, re-adjusting to a system where they still may need temporary assistance to cope with their wounds and disabilities. These injuries and disabilities are sometimes life changing.
This is why I am proud to serve on the board of Seniors 4 Soldiers, a non-profit organization that takes these special soldiers needs to heart.
At S4S we identify the gap between the soldier's dependence on military assistance and seek to provide the needed resources for their needs and those of their family.
I am honored to be a part of this great mission to serve those who faithfully served us. Please help us show them know we will never forget their sacrifice.
Brian Lorenz, President, Lorenz Advertising
Seniors 4 Soldiers makes sense for returning Soldiers because of the personal, spiritual, physical, mental, and financial challenges that await them - challenges that can often times be overwhelming. It also makes perfect sense for Seniors who represent our Greatest Generation. They may no longer able to fight physically, but their patriotism and personal integrity compel them to participate at some level.
The linking of our Seniors to our Soldiers affords one the opportunity to play a meaningful role in the fulfillment of life for the other. It is a natural fit created at a most opportune time.
There are many opportunities for people to share their support for our troops, and I encourage you to explore them; but, Senior 4 Soldiers is the optimal conduit for two of our most respected populations to join forces in a different kind of fight. The fight to make a Soldier feel, not just welcomed, but hailed in his own country, and the fight to make a Senior feel empowered enough to make a difference.
Now, maybe you can understand why it is my honor and distinct pleasure to serve on the Board of Directors of Senior 4 Soldiers.
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