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S6 E11 – The Carr Family - When Aggressive Is the Only Option

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What happens when a life of service is interrupted by a life-threatening diagnosis? In this powerful episode of SOFcast, hosts Matt Parrish sits down with Major David Carr and his wife Lauren to share their extraordinary journey—one that takes them from the frontlines of special operations to the frontlines of a deeply personal medical battle.
After experiencing unexplained symptoms, David—a Green Beret—was diagnosed with a large brain tumor, requiring emergency surgery and resulting in a stroke that left him temporarily paralyzed. Lauren, a longtime government contractor and now caregiver, stepped into a new role—coordinating medical care, navigating military bureaucracy, and advocating for the support they needed to survive the crisis.
Together, the Carrs reflect on:
The early warning signs and shocking diagnosis that changed their lives overnight
The role of the SOCOM Care Coalition in helping them navigate a complex recovery
The value of community, advocacy, and leadership during moments of extreme vulnerability
David’s path back to active duty, including regaining mobility, setting new physical goals, and returning to serve
Lauren’s voice as a caregiver and advocate, helping others understand the unseen challenges that families face
This is not just a story about survival—it’s about service, resilience, and what it really means to take care of our people.
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88 episodes

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Manage episode 502726332 series 2943135
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What happens when a life of service is interrupted by a life-threatening diagnosis? In this powerful episode of SOFcast, hosts Matt Parrish sits down with Major David Carr and his wife Lauren to share their extraordinary journey—one that takes them from the frontlines of special operations to the frontlines of a deeply personal medical battle.
After experiencing unexplained symptoms, David—a Green Beret—was diagnosed with a large brain tumor, requiring emergency surgery and resulting in a stroke that left him temporarily paralyzed. Lauren, a longtime government contractor and now caregiver, stepped into a new role—coordinating medical care, navigating military bureaucracy, and advocating for the support they needed to survive the crisis.
Together, the Carrs reflect on:
The early warning signs and shocking diagnosis that changed their lives overnight
The role of the SOCOM Care Coalition in helping them navigate a complex recovery
The value of community, advocacy, and leadership during moments of extreme vulnerability
David’s path back to active duty, including regaining mobility, setting new physical goals, and returning to serve
Lauren’s voice as a caregiver and advocate, helping others understand the unseen challenges that families face
This is not just a story about survival—it’s about service, resilience, and what it really means to take care of our people.
  continue reading

88 episodes

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