Who is wounded and how

That can be very a scary time. In my experience, the best thing to do is to choose to not live in fear. When our unit lost 20 soldiers in four months, it became very easy to predict when something had happened and sit in dread in our homes alone -- just waiting, watching and praying. So instead, a small group of us purposefully spent time together instead. Specifically what happens in the unit when a service member is injured or killed probably differs from unit to unit and base to base.

But most of the processes look something like this:. The unit goes on blackout. That means that all communication from downrange to families is supposed to abruptly and without warning stop. That blackout will likely last until notification to the families has been made. You will receive a phone call or an email from your unit that someone has been killed or injured.

After all the family has been notified, the unit will let you know who has been killed or injured by either email or phone. If it has been less than 24 hours since the last family member was notified, the message will only tell you that someone was killed or injured — not who.

If you are told about it via a phone call, the person making the call - possibly a point of contact from your family group - will likely read you a preset script. An email could look like the below, one of the many our unit received during our deployment:.

We will hold a Memorial Ceremony for this Soldier at a time and place to be determined. Please remember to keep the soldiers of IN and all other deployed soldiers in your thoughts and prayers. Thank you for your continuous support. The Defense Department will release the name of the person killed no less than 24 hours after the family has been notified.

That buffer gives the family some private time. However, you may learn who it was before that. The family may choose to tell people. If blackout is lifted downrange, you service member might tell you. You will receive details from your family readiness group on how you can help support the family and when the military memorial will be.

Attending the military memorial can be a great way to show that you care without being intrusive. Please let us know if you have any other questions about this process in the comments. We pray that you will never have to experience any of the above. But if you do you will be armed with what to expect.

For the latest military news, videos, tips on military family benefits and more, sign up for a free Military. Need some help coming up with cell phone rules for your military child? They often happen because of an accident, but surgery, sutures, and stitches also cause wounds. Minor wounds usually aren't serious, but it is important to clean them.

Serious and infected wounds may require first aid followed by a visit to your doctor. You should also seek attention if the wound is deep, you cannot close it yourself, you cannot stop the bleeding or get the dirt out, or it does not heal. The information on this site should not be used as a substitute for professional medical care or advice. Contact a health care provider if you have questions about your health. Wounds and Injuries Also called: Traumatic injuries.

Learn More Related Issues Specifics. See, Play and Learn No links available. Resources Reference Desk Find an Expert. Other common types of injuries include Animal bites Bruises Burns Dislocations Electrical injuries Fractures broken bones Sprains and strains.

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Our Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines face the kind of stress that most Americans will never know. That stress takes its toll on more than just the military members themselves, but also their families. The strain on the family is only increased when a family member is wounded or killed while serving.

Wounded Warriors Family Support is an independent nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide support to the families of those who have been wounded, injured or killed during combat operations. Rated a four-star nonprofit by Charity Navigator, Wounded Warriors Family Support aids veterans and their families in healing the wounds that medicine cannot. The families of our casualties suffer in many ways — emotionally, psychologically and financially. Our organization supports wounded veterans and their families, even after physical needs are met, to help them heal, recover and reconnect.

We work to provide services and resources to combat-wounded veterans and their families that supplement those provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs and other agencies. We also work with military and nonprofit partners to identify and fill gaps in services for wounded veterans and their families. John D. Founder, Wounded Warriors Family Support. When Kate joined Wounded Warriors Family Support in September of , it was a modest organization that was able to assist a relatively few combat wounded families.

During the next 13 years since she joined as our first employee, she has helped grow our organization to what it is today: a highly respected and highly rated nonprofit organization that now assists hundreds of combat wounded families in all 50 states.

In her 13 years with Wounded Warriors Family Support, Kate served as a director in programs and administration as well as corporate duties of treasurer and secretary.

The multitude of roles and responsibilities over the years has prepared Kate for her newest challenge: that of President. On her time off she enjoys spending time with her family especially her two granddaughters! Please let us know about your event and anything we can do to help.