Beyond The Frontline

De: Donna Hoffmeyer & Jay Johnson
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  • Beyond the Frontline is a podcast of Coming Home Well Tune in as your hosts, Donna Hoffmeyer and Jay Johnson, both U.S. Air Force veterans, tackle topics relating to transitioning from the Frontline to the Homefront. Get to know your host, Donna Hoffmeyer is a 21-year retired Air Force nurse; with a career that spanned from nursing, flight nursing, education, training, readiness, and policy. Donna has a master’s degree in Sport Science and has co-authored her first book, Warrior to Patriot Citizen; focusing on ensuring service members are prepared for transition well before transition occurs. She also has her own blog, Taking Off The Armor, focused on all issues before, during and after transition and after retirement, as well as, a multifaceted business, REBel LLC, focused on veteran transition mentorship, consulting, and publishing her own work. Get to know your host, Jay Johnson is the owner and CEO of J2 Servant Leadership, LLC, a consulting company just outside of San Antonio, TX. He is a certified coach, trainer, and motivational speaker. Jay is a retired United States Air Force veteran with 21 plus years of service. During his time in uniform, he had the pleasure of serving 10.8 years enlisted and an additional 11 years commissioned. Jay retired from active duty in 2010 and worked for five years as a government civil service employee before assuming his current duties. Over the course of his professional life, he has served as a weapons instructor, EMT, Commandant of Cadets and Assistant Professor (Auburn University), change manager, and strategic planner. Jay serves on two Boards of Directors, is President of his BNI chapter, and is active in Kiwanis, Rotary, and local chambers of commerce. He holds a BAAS in Behavior Analysis and Sociology from the University of North Texas, and an M.Ed. from the University of Oklahoma.
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  • Navigating CHAMP VA & Bridging Gaps in Veteran Mental Health
    Mar 11 2025

    Donna welcomes veteran Lucas Predmore to discuss CHAMP VA, a vital healthcare program for veteran families. Lucas shares his journey from Army service to founding ValorWell,org which addresses mental health care gaps for veterans.

    Key Topics:

    • Understanding CHAMP VA and veteran family healthcare.
    • Lucas Predmore’s transition to mental health advocacy.
    • Challenges in accessing veteran healthcare.
    • How ValorWell improves mental health services.

    https://www.valorwell.org/

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    1 h y 7 m
  • Inside Ryder's Veteran Career Success
    Mar 5 2025

    Donna speaks with Victor Colon, a 26-year Army veteran and ambassador for Ryder. They discuss the Pathway Home program, a 12-week initiative designed to help veterans transition into civilian careers by providing essential training in mechanics and heavy-duty electrical systems. Victor shares his journey from military service to becoming a technical trainer, the challenges faced during the transition, and the valuable skills veterans bring to the workforce. Tune in for insights on how programs like Ryder's are making a difference in the lives of veterans.

    https://ryder-veterans.jobs/

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    35 m
  • Karen Unrue ~ Blue Jellyfish Syndrome and living with a Mental Illness
    Feb 19 2025

    Donna welcomes Karen Unrue, a British advocate and former combat medic, to discuss her journey through complex PTSD and the importance of thriving despite trauma. Karen shares her inspiring story of overcoming an abusive marriage, her experience in the military, and how she transitioned into mental health advocacy. Together, they explore the nuances of trauma, the significance of trauma-informed therapy, and the journey of healing. Tune in for an enlightening conversation filled with hope and resilience!

    https://www.instagram.com/afteralice24/

    https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Jellyfish-Syndrome-maintain-illness/dp/0620757817

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    1 h y 15 m

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