Pensacola Navy Vet with ALS Urges Congress to Extend Military Kids' Health Coverage
July 15, 2026

Navy veteran Christopher Corleone has lost nearly everything to ALS—except his family's devotion. His wife, 2026 Dole Caregiver Fellow Maiko Corleone, and their four children provide Christopher with around-the-clock care everyday. Watch their segment on ABC News 3 as the Corleones share more about their caregiving experience, and advocate for Congress to pass the "CHAMPVA Children's Care Protection Act" so veterans' kids aren't forced to choose between insurance and caring for a parent.
Watch the full segment on WEAR News ABC 3 here.


