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For more information about DLC’s Veteran Services Program or to connect to care, visit DLCenters.org or call 239-304-3519
Home Base Florida and DLC held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate
partnership to offer mental health and substance use the launch of their clinical partnership to offer outpatient mental health and
treatment for local Veterans and military families at no substance use treatment for Veterans at no cost.
cost, regardless of ability to pay, military experience level, or
discharge status.
Staffed by DLC's clinical team, Veterans can receive
evidence-based clinical care for a variety of mental and
emotional health needs, including post-traumatic stress,
depression, anxiety, anger, grief and loss, and transitional
challenges.
“It is an honor to work with our dedicated community
partners to help expand these life-saving services in Collier
County for our heroes who served our country so valiantly,”
said DLC CEO Scott Burgess. “This additional support will
help many struggling Veterans in our community to not only
survive, but thrive, and we couldn't be more excited to be a
catalyst in that process.”
Having these services available is a critical step in
addressing the wellbeing of Veterans, but barriers can still
remain that inhibit some from seeking treatment.
“It often takes time when the Veteran returns home to
understand they might need help, " said Home Base Florida
Honorary Director and retired, four-star US Army General
Fred M. Franks. “Stigma, military culture of strength, fear of
asking for help, denial, financial concerns, difficulty accessing
care, employment and family concerns are just a few reasons
they don't ask for help.”
Support and community connections make all the
difference. Veterans need to know barriers can be broken,
they can get better, and they are never alone. That's where
the community at large can help—by supporting the non-
profits that offer resources to Veterans, and by encouraging
any Veteran you know who is struggling to seek support that
many are honored to provide them.
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