Empowering Military Families: Chris Lancia on Grid Square Recon & Veteran Support

In this powerful episode of VET S.O.S., we sit down with Chris Lancia, a U.S. Army veteran with over 25 years of distinguished service, now serving as Tennessee's first Director of Military and Veterans Initiatives. Chris opens up about his personal journey transitioning out of the military and the challenges service members face when reentering civilian life.
Chris co-founded Grid Square Recon LLC, a groundbreaking initiative dedicated to bridging the gap between military families and their local communities. Recognizing the frequent relocations and isolation that military families experience, Grid Square Recon provides up-to-date, location-specific resources that connect families to local services, small businesses, and job opportunities. This platform is designed to create a true sense of belonging and community integration for military families stationed at new installations.
Chris also introduces the inspiring work of the Two Ravens Foundation, an organization offering equine therapy for veterans and their families. This unique therapy program emphasizes emotional healing, stress relief, and overall mental wellness, providing critical support for those adjusting to post-military life.
Throughout the episode, Chris, Shawn, and Eric dive into strategies for leveraging networks, the importance of relationship-building, and how initiatives like Grid Square Recon and the Two Ravens Foundation are transforming the way veterans and military families access resources and support.
🔗 Connect with Chris Lancia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-lancia/
🌐 Learn More About Grid Square Recon: https://www.gridsquarerecon.com/home
🌿 Explore the Two Ravens Foundation: https://www.tworavensfoundation.org/
💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Transition Tips: Why building a network and seeking help early can ease the transition from military to civilian life.
- Community Connection: How Grid Square Recon connects military families with local resources, small businesses, and job opportunities to create stronger community ties.
- Alternative Healing: The role of equine therapy in supporting veterans' mental health and emotional well-being through the Two Ravens Foundation.
- Actionable Insights: How veterans, spouses, and small businesses can engage with and contribute to these impactful initiatives.
📌 Action Steps for Listeners:
✔️ Connect with Chris Lancia on LinkedIn to expand your network and learn more about his work.
✔️ Explore how Grid Square Recon can help military families integrate into local communities.
✔️ Invite Reed Knutson from the Two Ravens Foundation for a deeper dive into equine therapy and veteran support.
✔️ Share this episode to help other veterans and military families discover these valuable resources.
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