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Families of veterans face growing toll in providing care

A survey commissioned by the nonpartisan Elizabeth Dole Foundation and conducted by the RAND Corporation found those caring for military members or veterans are an increasingly large group and stretched increasingly thin. It estimates more than 14 million Americans are caring for a service member and spend $9,000 a year out of pocket for care. Lisa Desjardins discussed more with Bob McDonald.

Families of veterans face growing toll in providing care

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  • June 13, 2025 - PBS News Hour full episode: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    June 13, 2025 - PBS News Hour full episode

    S2025 E164 - 57m 46s

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