Veterans

The courses in this series provide behavioral health providers with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to effectively support Veterans and military affiliated populations in community care settings.

Content addresses key challenges such as barriers to care, mental health concerns, trauma exposure, frequent relocations, and family separations. The series also equips providers to navigate suicide prevention, connect families to vital resources from the DoD and VHA, and promote resilience within these populations. Through a focus on protective factors and tailored treatment considerations, learners gain critical insights for enhancing care for those who have served our nation and their families.

The percentage of Veterans in Colorado surpasses the national average, standing at 7.4% (U.S. Census, 2020). Our Veterans have served and sacrificed for our nation and deserve the very best care. This course is designed to provide you with knowledge, tools, and insights to support Veterans in the community care setting. It covers barriers to care, protective factors, and treatment considerations for Veterans. Additionally, you will gain information and skills to navigate suicide prevention when serving this population group.