Justice Involved Veteran finds freedom through Veteran Treatment Court
A justice involved veteran in the El Paso area, Mr. Llamas, was found in violation of his probation, jailed and facing losing his freedom as well as his family. Then, […]
VMHD contributes to national Justice Involved Veteran model
TVC Veterans Mental Health Department (VMHD) is contributing to the National Institute of Corrections’ first Veteran Intercept Model to minimize the risk of veterans getting more deeply involved in the […]
From Homeless to Housed
In April, a homeless man brought into a Permiacare mental health facility by Odessa Police turned out to be a decorated Air Force war veteran in need of health care. […]
“That’s how you save lives” Military Veteran Peer Network & Rural Counselors serve over 34K veterans, family members, active duty
Last year, clinical services and peer support was provided to over 34,000 veterans, their family members and active duty military by Texas Veteran Commission certified Peer Service Coordinators of the […]
Buddy Check – Signs someone may be at risk of suicide & steps to take
Buddy Check Day is a reminder to reach out and connect with those who served in the military. It helps maintain relationships, a sense of community and is an opportunity […]
Potential unattended veteran funeral connects with family
When the Military Veteran Peer Network (MVPN) in Midland/Odessa was contacted about the passing of two unattended veterans and their upcoming funeral needs, they set out to raise funds to […]
Veterans strengthen selves & bonds during Gym Time
Kingsville area veterans have some gym time exclusively for them thanks to the Kingsville Boxing Club. “This allows the veteran to work out in a military veteran environment. The benefit […]
AVAFEST 2022 needs artists – “Using the arts & community to prevent veteran suicides”
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Ramping up assistance for veterans in Granbury
The versatility of the Military Veteran Peer Network (MVPN) is being shown in Granbury as MVPN is part of wheelchair ramp building for veterans’ homes. The ramp building is in […]
Veteran Homelessness Initiative expands with Homeless Veteran Coordinators
The Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) has increased its efforts to reduce and prevent veteran homelessness by expanding its team with two Homeless Veteran Coordinators. “This is good news. They will […]