After enlisting in the Army at 17, Linda Jones would become one of the first women to train with men at Fort Jackson. But the Detroit woman also experienced military sexual trauma that led to several decades of self-isolation, addiction and homelessness. Linda would finally get the help she needed and learn to use the performing arts to help herself - and other women veterans - heal.
Linda is sharing her story in the fifth installment of MVAA’s She is A Veteran campaign. We will be sharing stories of Michigan women veterans every other month through June 2021. Learn more at MichiganVeterans.com.
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If you're a veteran in crisis or concerned about one, contact the Veterans Crisis Line to receive free, confidential support and crisis intervention 24/7/365. Call 1-800-273-8255 and press 1, text to 838255 or chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net.
Women veterans, their families and caregivers can call or text the VA Women Veterans Call Center with their questions or concerns at 1-855-829-6636, or chat online at www.womenshealth.va.gov/ProgramOverview/wvcc.asp. The Call Center is available Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. ET and on Saturdays from 8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. ET.
Michigan veterans can get connected to information, benefits and resources at MichiganVeterans.com or by contacting 1-800-MICH-VET (1-800-642-4838).
4 окт 2024
