Military/Veterans Issues

Care and benefits for veterans strengthened by $153 billion VA budget

May 3, 2013     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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President Obama has proposed a $152.7 billion budget for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to support its goals, which include providing mental health services to veterans, expanding access to these services, and eliminating homelessness among veterans.

New bill addresses suicide in the military

May 2, 2013     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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The Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act would integrate mental health components into service member’s annual health assessments.

The Meadows selected as preferred provider to military patients

April 16, 2013     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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The trauma and addiction treatment center is pleased to announce a five-year contract with United Behavioral Health (UBH) operating under the brand Optum, a sub-contractor of the military’s TRICARE health program. Under this agreement, The Meadows will provide behavioral health and substance abuse inpatient services to eligible beneficiaries.

PODCAST: Patrick Kennedy advocates for veterans' mental health

April 16, 2013     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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Former congressman and current behavioral health advocate Patrick Kennedy discusses the work that has to be done in helping the nation's veterans.

PODCAST: 'Fighting the tyranny of suffering from a mental illness'

April 13, 2013     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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Former congressman and current behavioral health advocate Patrick Kennedy explains how those in the behavioral health field can work together with veterans to make a difference.

New program to serve active duty servicewomen

December 13, 2012     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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New Jersey-based medical center opens new program to meet the needs of military women suffering from PTSD, depression, and other behavioral health conditions.

Report reveals cost of veterans’ unmet mental health needs

November 16, 2012     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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A report by the National Council calls on community behavioral health centers to fill the gap in care for veterans.

Statement from HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius on Veterans Day

November 12, 2012     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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As she writes a 'thank-you' to all those who serve in the military, Sebelius also discusses the moves that the government is making to assist the military population.

Treatment center helps soldiers adjust to post-deployment using relaxation techniques

October 11, 2012     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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At the Center for Health and Well-Being, the professionals believe that being immersed in a serene environment will accelerate the process of repairing the mind, soul, and body.

Executive Order hoped to turn the tide of military suicides

October 4, 2012     Alison Knopf, Contributing Writer
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President’s order demands that VHA create faster, broader access to suicide prevention services for troubled veterans.

For PTSD treatment, EMDR could mean less pain, faster gain

September 21, 2012     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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EMDR developer suggests that clinicians, clients benefit from memory-processing therapy.

VA mental health center earns 3-year accreditation

September 17, 2012    
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CARF International announced that The Oasis Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Recovery Center has been accredited for three years for its outpatient mental health rehabilitation program.

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