Battle Buddies graduated a cadre of eight trained volunteers to assist military service members. The 35-hour training course and ceremony was held at Trinity United Methodist Church in Prince Frederick. Battle Buddies is a non-partisan, veteran volunteer led, program dedicated to helping veterans of military service, their families and significant others as the veteran re-enters civilian life. The 35-hour training develops superior listening and feedback skills that enhance the relationship with the veteran and can led to their seeing a clearer path to their goals. The organization mission states that they also use referrals to help veterans overcome barriers to healthcare, access work and educational opportunities. This year’s class includes retired and active duty personnel and a spouse of an Army sergeant. Enlisted and officers were represented as well as Battle Buddies first international “buddy,” Flight Sergeant David Miles of Her Majesty’s Royal Air Force. County Commissioner Susan E. Shaw herself a Battle Buddy from the 2011 class, presented certificates signed by all of the Calvert County Commissioners.
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