Sarah Hoopengardner and her family were en route to a holiday vacation when they received a call that a car had run into their home. That accident displaced them for six months, and they were forced to move from hotel to hotel, navigate the complex insurance and legal systems, and deal with the emotional toll of the accident. Sarah shares what she learned from her experience, and USNR Chaplain Sam Hatch provides resources that families can utilize when they face an unexpected emergency.

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• Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS)

• Navy JAG Corps

• Military OneSource

• Fleet and Family Support Program

• Safe Military Housing Initiative

Show Takeaways:

• Unexpected emergencies can happen anywhere, anytime. The unpredictability of the military lifestyle can often compound those emergencies.

• These crises can cause financial and emotional strain. Families need to know their legal rights and how to advocate for themselves.

• Your command JAG can assist you or direct you to the correct legal resources available to help you in your unique situation.

• Do not ignore your mental health in times of crisis. Seek help from your command chaplain or other mental health resources as needed.

• Navy Marine Corp Relief Society, Fleet and Family Support Centers and more can help in times of acute financial distress.

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