Deny talks with us about his struggles that led him to take control his life. His journey to helping others was based on his journey to work on his mental health, his family, and his faith.

Deny Caballero is a retired CW2, Mental Health Advocate, Blogger, Podcaster, and Mentor. Dedicated servant leader that served our Nation honorably for 18 years. He proudly served the entirety of his SOF career at the Tactical level. However, this came at a significant cost to his mental and physical health. The damage that his mind, body, and spirit were forced to take on eventually became too much. Deny found himself with no choice but to end his career and prioritize his wife and his life.

Jeremy sits down with VET S.O.S. to talk about his struggles through transition, his path into ministry, and his journey to Mighty Oaks Foundation. Jeremy’s journey has helped him develop a program through Mighty Oaks to help service members deal with their struggles using peer-to-peer support, mentorship, and comradery.

Jeremy Stalnecker, CEO of the Mighty Oaks Foundation, aids America’s military and families battling combat-related wounds like PTSD. A Marine Corps veteran, he served in Operation Iraqi Freedom, acquiring leadership skills. As a USMC Infantry Officer, Jeremy received a Veteran Navy Commendation Medal with “V” for Combat Valor. Transitioning to ministry after the military, he counseled at Coastline Baptist, then served as Senior Pastor at Bay Area Baptist Church. Feeling the calling, Jeremy merged his ministry and military background, leading Mighty Oaks Foundation full-time where today he strives to provide healing for veterans and their families through Christ.

Angel tells about his organization Soldier on a Mission and how he used his own struggles to develop a program to help service members with their transition. Angel also talks about work-life balance and how he learned to prioritize family.

Angel L. Alvarez is a veteran coach and mentor dedicated to guiding former military personnel toward a fulfilling life beyond their service. With over 21 years of devoted service in the Army and 22 years in the U.S. Postal Service, he’s witnessed countless veteran's challenges during their transition to civilian life. Drawing from his journey of personal growth, he founded Soldier on a Mission with a clear vision – to empower fellow veterans on their path to success.