Many disabled U.S. veterans do n't have a family to help support them . `` I was proud that he trusts me enough to give me a call , '' Conklin said . Michael Conklin is trying to fill the gap and help these men and women feel self-sufficient . The program was created by the Department of Veterans Affairs in response to an increase in disability claims from Vietnam veterans.
Many disabled U.S. veterans do n't have a family to help support them . Michael Conklin is trying to fill the gap and help these men and women feel self-sufficient . The program was created by the Department of Veterans Affairs in response to an increase in disability claims from Vietnam veterans.