<p>At <a target="_blank" href="https://usvetwealth.com/"><strong>US VetWealth</strong></a>, we often talk about exploring alternative solutions to the Survivor Benefit Plan. Today, we’re taking that same mindset and applying it to healthcare. </p><p>Meet Kris and Larry, the partners behind PatriotCare — an organization offering an alternative to TRICARE and traditional health insurance.</p><p>While PatriotCare’s website highlights <em>“Healthcare Benefits for Small Businesses & Independent Contractors,”</em> this conversation reveals so much more: the heart and mission behind their work for the military community.</p><p>In this first part of our interview, you’ll hear:</p><p>* How Larry met Stephanie Brown and became involved with The Rosie Network</p><p>* Kris’ journey as a Gold Star Dad to Army Ranger Josh Hager, who was killed in Iraq in 2007</p><p>* The story of how PatriotCare came to be</p><p>* How PatriotCare provides healthcare that’s <em>available, affordable, and accessible</em> — with real-life examples</p><p>* A discussion on the lost art of “asking for the sale” and the power of face-to-face connection</p><p>If you’re ready to explore new opportunities and ideas beyond the military and make more confident choices for your next chapter, this episode is for you.</p><p><em>Stay tuned for Part 2!</em></p><p>Resources Mentioned</p><p>* <strong>PatriotCare</strong> - <a target="_blank" href="https://www.patriotcarehealth.us/">https://www.patriotcarehealth.us/ </a></p><p>* <strong>The Rosie Network</strong> - <a target="_blank" href="https://therosienetwork.org/">https://therosienetwork.org/</a></p><p>* <strong>Stephanie Brown</strong> - <a target="_blank" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/thestephaniebrown/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/thestephaniebrown/ </a></p><p>* <strong>Military Spouse Chamber of Commerce</strong> - <a target="_blank" href="https://milspousechamber.org">https://milspousechamber.org </a></p><p>* <strong>Military Family Appreciation Month</strong> - <a target="_blank" href="https://www.military.com/military-family-appreciation-month">https://www.military.com/military-family-appreciation-month</a></p><p>* <strong>Josh Hager’s Hero WOD with CrossFit</strong> - <a target="_blank" href="https://www.crossfit.com/workout/2007/02/26#/comments">https://www.crossfit.com/workout/2007/02/26#/comments</a></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://www.holdingdownthefortpodcast.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2">www.holdingdownthefortpodcast.com/subscribe</a>