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In this powerful episode of \u201dAmerican Potential,\u201d Jeff Crank hosts Cay Blaylock, who shares the harrowing journey of navigating the Department of Veterans Affairs to secure necessary care for her husband, Matt, an Army veteran suffering from PTSD and a severe traumatic brain injury after a motorcycle accident. Cay\u2019s story reveals the systemic failures and bureaucratic hurdles that exacerbate veterans\u2019 struggles, from delayed treatments to a lack of information about available resources such as the Mission Act, which could have expedited Matt\u2019s access to community care.\n\nCay\u2019s resilience shines through as she recounts the painstaking process of advocating for Matt amid a labyrinthine system seemingly designed to deter rather than support. Her determination unveils the stark reality many veterans and their families face: a fight for basic rights and dignified treatment within the very institution meant to serve them. Through her experiences, listeners gain insight into the critical need for systemic VA reforms and the importance of individual advocacy.\n\nThis episode is a call to action, highlighting the strength of those who stand in the gap for veterans and the urgent need for transparency, accountability, and compassion within the VA. Cay\u2019s journey is a testament to the power of love, persistence, and the enduring spirit of American potential in the face of adversity.\n\nCheck out the new Concerned Veterans for America here: https://cv4a.org \n\nCheck out American Potential here: https://americanpotential.com\n\nCheck out our Spanish episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8wSZydeKZ6uOuFlT_1QQ53L7l6AmC83c\n\nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanPotentialPodcast \n\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/americanpotentialpodcast/\n\nX: https://twitter.com/AMPotentialPod