Mental Health

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.

“They found this man on the street. He appeared to be homeless and having health issues,” said Jayni Whitefield, Texas Veterans Commission Certified Peer Service ...

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 Military Veteran Peer Network (MVPN) and Rural Veteran Counselors.

In recognition of their service, commitment and achievements, the Texas Veteran Commission (TVC) Veterans Mental Health Department (VMHD) honored Rural Veteran Counselors and the volunteers of MVPN with an appreciation event, held March 28, 2023 in Dallas. Excellence in Service Awards were ...

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 to let other veterans know about programs and services that may be useful.

Some veteran friends and family members may be dealing with the difficulties of mental well-being. The Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) Veterans Mental Health Dept. (VMHD) shares the following behavioral signs that someone may be at risk of suicide ...

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 cover cremation and other costs so that the veterans would be buried with the honors they deserved. Through their fundraising efforts, family members were found.

“LeAnne Thornton and ...

Don’t Walk Alone events offer veterans and their families regular opportunities to meet, connect and bond with other members of the community using outdoor walks. Participants are encouraged to wear clothing or items which reflect their service. Free and with no registration required, veterans, their families and ...

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 of this is that this opportunity allows the veteran to express himself in ways that ...

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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 addition to the Granbury area Pecan Valley MVPN’s ongoing support for mental wellness and general assistance to over 100 veterans.

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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 engage directly with veterans and their families who are experiencing homelessness or at-risk of experiencing it in both urban and rural areas across Texas,” said Dr. Blake Harris, TVC Veteran Mental Health Department Director, pictured. ...