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Tailored for Veterans and First Responders, our specialized Valor Program is built to help those on the front lines with substance use recovery. The program, offered exclusively at Footprints to Recovery, provides specialized, trauma-focused care for those with a substance use disorder that developed after military service or because of the constant stress and danger in their position as a first responder.
The evidence-based and holistic treatment options are overseen by our team of professional substance abuse and trauma counselors. You’ll recover in a safe, comfortable atmosphere alongside others who have firsthand knowledge of what you’re going through. You’ll come to understand that trauma and substance abuse are a response to excessive stress. We can help teach you how to manage PTSD symptoms, stop using drugs and alcohol to self-medicate, and adopt healthy coping skills that help you move forward.
The Need For Veterans Rehab Programs
As a nation, we owe a great debt to our veterans who have selflessly served our country. However, it’s no secret that many of these brave men and women struggle with the effects of their service even after they return home. For some, this may include physical injuries or disabilities, but for many others, the scars are invisible and often go unnoticed by those around them.
Addiction and Mental Illness In Veterans
One major issue faced by many veterans is substance abuse and addiction. The transition back to normal life after a tour of military duty is not easy. Studies show that one in every fifteen veterans struggles with substance abuse. More than 76% of veterans also suffer from co-occurring mental health disorders alongside substance abuse.
Due to their experiences in combat, veterans are more likely to develop drug or alcohol dependency as well as mental illness. This can be due to various factors such as coping mechanisms for trauma or PTSD, easy access to prescription medications for pain management, or simply struggling to fit back into civilian life.
Unfortunately, substance abuse can have devastating effects on a veteran’s life, leading to strained relationships, financial problems, and even legal issues. It can also exacerbate underlying mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety.
Due to the stress and trauma that often accompanies military service, veterans have unique treatment needs. That’s why Footprints to Recovery developed the Valor Program which offers trauma-focused, evidence-based treatment for all veterans and first responders.
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Our Veterans Rehab Program
At Footprints to Recovery, our Valor program provides specialized treatment for veterans struggling with addiction and mental health issues. We understand that each individual has unique experiences and needs, which is why we offer personalized treatment plans tailored specifically for veterans.
Our team consists of licensed therapists, medical professionals, and fellow veterans who have firsthand experience of the challenges faced by those who have served our country. Footprint’s veterans rehab programs utilize evidence-based therapies and trauma-informed care to address underlying issues and help clients develop healthy coping mechanisms.
An Integrated Approach to Care
Everyone participating in our Valor Program has a unique treatment plan created by the team of clinical professionals at Footprints to Recovery. These people are your guides, your support, and your encouragement to improve your mental, physical, and emotional health. Our model of care acknowledges the link between trauma and substance use disorders and treats both issues simultaneously.
We specialize in a variety of treatments at our locations across the country. Some approaches to treatment in the Valor Program include:
- Individual and group therapy
- Eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR)
- Dual diagnosis treatment
- Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Motivational interviewing
- Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
- Rational emotive therapy
- Cognitive processing therapy (CPT)
- Prolonged exposure therapy (PE)
- Systematic desensitization
- Person-centered therapy
- Solution-focused therapy
- Experiential therapies like art therapy, music therapy, yoga, and others
Trauma-Focused Treatment
The treatment team at Footprints to Recovery has the necessary credentials and experience to help anyone on their journey to a brighter future. They may be military personnel, veterans, and retired first responders themselves. All veterans program staff are trained in military culture sensitivity and trauma. We create an individualized treatment plan based on your needs that includes trauma-focused approaches and treatment for co-occurring mental health disorders.
Learn New Life Skills
The overall goal of recovery is to help you improve health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and reach your full potential. Those in our Valor Program can set their own recovery goals and reach them at their own pace. You’ll collaborate with case managers to fill your days with activities that help you achieve the independence, resources, and income necessary to participate in society.
These may include:
- Writing a resume
- Planning financially
- Filling out and submitting job applications
- General housekeeping and chores
- Meal preparation
Transitional Care
Following treatment, the Valor Program staff assists you in finding support for long-term sobriety. There are many tools and techniques that can aid in continued sobriety long after you complete the program and move on to your life back at home or in a sober living community.
Some of the continuing care options through our Valor Program include:
- Scheduling appointments with therapist, physicians, psychiatrists, and other providers.
- Connecting you with 12-step groups and other community groups
- Identifying specific strategies to deal with triggers and other recovery challenges
- Rebuilding relationships with loved ones and family members through family therapy or other supports
- Submitting applications for veterans’ benefits such as housing and home loan guarantees, disability compensation, job training, pension programs, and education programs.
Admissions and Insurance Verification
It’s not always easy to make the right decision. Choosing to get help for substance abuse issues stemming from trauma is always the right thing to do. We’re here to make sure the process is as stress-free as possible. Your addiction likely stems from complex factors associated with your service in the military or job as a first responder. Issues like PTSD and mental health disorders, which require specialized treatment from trained behavioral health professionals, are often a driving force behind addiction.
Insurance is an option when it comes to paying for treatment. We are in-network with Triwest and Optum VA Community Care. Our admissions advisors will work directly with your insurance provider to determine your benefits and explain any out-of-pocket costs to you.
After working hard to help keep your country safe, now it’s time to get the help you need to live the life you deserve. Contact us for a free, confidential consultation.
Our admissions team is available 24/7 to listen to your story and help you get started with the next steps.
