Wounded Warrior

Wounded Warrior programs provide extended TRICARE benefits and support services for service members who are seriously ill, injured, or wounded while serving on active duty. These programs ensure comprehensive healthcare and transition support for those who have sacrificed their health in service to the nation.

TRICARE benefits for wounded warriors: • Extended healthcare coverage beyond normal active duty benefits • Transitional TRICARE coverage during medical separation process • Access to specialized rehabilitation programs • Coverage for service-connected conditions • Caregiver support programs • Mental health and PTSD treatment

Key wounded warrior programs: • Wounded Warrior Project (nonprofit support organization) • Military service branch Wounded Warrior programs (Army WTU, Navy Safe Harbor, etc.) • TRICARE coverage extensions for medical separations • VA/DoD coordination for transitioning service members

Eligibility and transitions: • Active duty members with serious illness or injury • Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) and Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) participants • Medically retired service members • Family members and caregivers of wounded warriors

Caregiver benefits: • Caregiver support through ECHO and other programs • Travel and lodging assistance during treatment • Non-medical counseling and support services • Respite care for primary caregivers

Wounded warrior programs bridge the gap between active duty service and veteran status, ensuring continuous healthcare and support during recovery and transition.