New Podcast Discusses Strengthening Military Families With Innovation And Partnership

2025-12-10 11:01:18

(MENAFN- 3BL) In a recent episode of The Bridge, Military Family Advisory Network (MFAN) CEO Shannon Razsadin spoke with Leidos Health & Civil Sector President Liz Porter about the challenges military families face-and how technology and empathy can help strengthen military family well-being.

Drawing on her experience as both a corporate leader and retired military spouse, Porter discussed how innovation and public-private partnerships are advancing solutions that enhance military family readiness, resilience, and quality of life.

Porter and Razsadin explored several pressing challenges for military families today:

Accessing resources: Support exists but navigating it can feel like“a labyrinth.” Porter said improving care coordination and navigation-enhanced by tools like telehealth-can help individuals move more smoothly through each stage of their care journey, from identifying needs to accessing timely, specialized support.
Mental health stigma: Awareness is growing, but stigma still discourages many from seeking help. Expanded access to behavioral health and telehealth services can create more approachable entry points - offering private, flexible ways to begin care, stay engaged, and sustain progress toward recovery.
Spouse employment: With military spouse unemployment around 20%, according to 2024 Department of Defense data
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