Vet lost job needs some help.....

You still may be able to get some assistance through the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). In most states there is a law regarding firing an employee just BECAUSE they have a disability. However, you said you had PTSD. I'm not saying that you did anything and this is a generalization but if you said or did something that violates company policy/rules you can't blame it on PTSD and expect to hold your job. A disabled person has a duty and responsibility to their employer just as any other person does.

My spouse is currently making provisions for a person with Lou Gherig's Disease (ALS). Some employees don't like it because this person is demanding and requires assistance, but if he wasn't, he wouldn't get the provisions required under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

I'm sorry you are having such a hard time and wish you all the best in finding another job; may it be exactly what you need and want. God Bless!

Dave, I REALLY appreciate the thought, prayers and help! I am a pretty close to God, and I know he never is said to give us more than we can handle, but honestly this one is the toughest thing I have had to go through in terms of testing my beliefs. I appreciate your generosity, but I would like to pay you back (when I get back on my feet) or I will "pay it forward" in any way I can for you when I am able.
I appreciate all the kindness you all have shown to me in my time of need, and it is amazing that people on here are so willing to help a total stranger in such ways. Please know that my family and I appreciate EVERYTHING (prayers included) you have offered to help us. May god bless you all for your time, help and consideration for a stranger!! THANK YOU ALL!!

[quote=zx150;321667]I know how you feel. What type of work do you do? What is your MBA in? There are LOTS of people on here that might be able to help you with a job. Let us know how it is going. I don't know you or if you are a religious man but, I will say a prayer for you and your family. Ryan.[/quote]

Ryan,

I was an Explosive Ord. Disposal (EOD) Officer in the miliary (which doesn't translate into the civilian sector well yet, as we don't have many IED's here in the states :) I do have a Series 7, 63, 65 from my days as a Financial Advisor at UBS PaineWebber and Trust Manager at National City Bank (prior to being recalled to Active Duty). I cannot really afford to go back into that because it takes SO LONG to build a book of business these days. I have a Master's of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance, that I completed in 2006 with a 3.92/4.0 GPA, and graduated Summa Cum Ladde. Other than that, I have TONS of leadership experience and am pretty well versed in all financial aspects of the business world. In a nut shell, that would sum up the past 18 years of my life. The VA wants me to take 100% non-employability rating, but I cannot do that at 37, as it would drive me crazy not working. Additionally, I could not afford to provide for my family off what VA pays to be honest. Thanks for the idea and let me know if you happen to run by something that may fit my skill set. Take care and thank you again for the thought.

Rob

Rob,
I will give you two brand new rod and reel sets for your boys. I will stop by Wally world in the morning and have them at Skidgel hall on Fort Knox if you want them. Just come to the Battle Simulation Center in Skidgel Hall and ask for Bill. I am more than happy to help a fellow soldier.

Bill

Well, I just got home and see that Bill says he is going by Wal Mart in the morning to pick up the rods and reels for your boys. I have been in touch with Ryan and were going to work this out for you tomorrow also but since Bill is jumping in to help out it will probably be more simple that way. Let me know if this does not work out.
Bill, I will be happy to help you out with buying the rods and reels if you just let me know by PM how much you need.
Dave

In response to the post by trex1. If Willgreen seems to be to far, I will throw in $50 for gas to help you get there. PM me with your phone # so I can get it to you. If you are going this weekend I could even meet you there on Sunday with my son Age 7 and we could all fish together out of my boat. Anything I can do to help out would be fine with me.

[quote=Redskeeter;321786]Rob,
I will give you two brand new rod and reel sets for your boys. I will stop by Wally world in the morning and have them at Skidgel hall on Fort Knox if you want them. Just come to the Battle Simulation Center in Skidgel Hall and ask for Bill. I am more than happy to help a fellow soldier.

Bill[/quote]

Bill,

I REALLY appreciate the offer, but I cannot get down to Ft. Knox with my current situation (I am now watching the boys all day long). If you could send them to me, if that is not asking to much, I would certainly appreciate it. My address is:
Rob Appleby
11010 Lavender Way
Louisville, KY 40291
502-689-5528 (phone)

If you cannot send them via mail I still appreciate it very much. Good luck wetting the lines :)

[quote=cra97;321928]Bill,

I REALLY appreciate the offer, but I cannot get down to Ft. Knox with my current situation (I am now watching the boys all day long). If you could send them to me, if that is not asking to much, I would certainly appreciate it. My address is:
Rob Appleby
11010 Lavender Way
Louisville, KY 40291
502-689-5528 (phone)

If you cannot send them via mail I still appreciate it very much. Good luck wetting the lines :)[/quote]

I have not been in the middle of these arrangements but was wondering when you plan on taking this trip?

Anytime next week is my plan due to the kids being on Spring break. It will really depend on what the wife wants to do, and when. Hate to sound like a "whooped man" but if momma ain't happy, ain't nobody happy (as my pop used to tell me and I have found he was right, as with most things in life). I cancealed out on Brandon White (the guide I was going to use), which I had originally planned to take the boys out with me on a "guided" trip at Cumberland the 12th and 13th. He was a great guy to go out with when I went a month ago (before this all happened) and I would HIGHLY reccommend to anyone looking for a guide, I KNOW he has an opening in a week from now on my account :( Anyway, the answer to your question is that I may take them up to Frankfurt for a "test run" this weekend if I can swing it, and then out somewhere close by later in the week. Ryan, a EKU bass guy from the site here, told me about the KY wild life place up there where they can all do things that will not cost that much for a few days, and there is fishing to do as well. It should be interesting since I am not a very experienced "fisherman" myself, but I WANT them to have this experience because I know I can still remember, and I am close to 40, the first time my pop took me fishing.

Rob

once you finalize your plans on when and where let us know and im sure with all the great people on this site we will make sure your kids have rods and reels to fish with.

If You Want I Would Be More Than Happy To Pick You And Your Boys Up 1 Day Next Week And Take Them To My Honey Hole. Its A Private Lake With Plenty Of Bluegill And Big Hungry Bass. I Caught 1 Last Year That Was 10+lbs. And Released It Back. If A Kid Wants To Fish I Will Take Them. Also They Should Be Having A Kids Fishin Derby At Jim Beam Soon . Its A Great Time ,i Take About 8 Of My Neices And Nephews. Little Monkeys Runnin Wild!! We Caught 2 Coolers Of Fish And I Showed The Boys How To Eat Worms And Crickets. They Are Now Hooked On Fishin 4-life!!!:D

My number is 502-689-5528, if you are free any day Wed-Friday next week let me know and we will hook it up for sure. Thank you for the offer and help.

Rob