How one veteran uses his troubled past to help others thrive
A veteran in San Bernardino, California, is using his past experiences to help others. Jose Mendoza, a volunteer with Chapter 12 and Auxiliary Unit 12, has overcome struggles including substance abuse and homelessness. Mendoza's difficulties began after a medical separation from the Navy in 1999 due to a traumatic brain injury and vision loss.
He had a hard time transitioning and was not aware of available benefits and resources. Further details about Mendoza's story and his work with local veterans are available from the source, DAV.
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