Omega Honors Veterans With Four Unique Programs To Address Complexities Of Mental Health And Reintegration —
Scholarships Available
RHINEBECK, N.Y., /CSRwire/ - As reported by the New York Times, in response to last week’s parade honoring the New York Giants, a growing coalition of veterans, elected officials,
and other public figures are calling for a parade to honor veterans returning from Iraq. Whether a parade takes place or
not, advocates point to a difficult road ahead, as veterans are faced with complex issues as they attempt to reintegrate
into society, and deal with the effects of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI). Omega
Institute today announced it will offer four unique programs for veterans in 2012, and scholarships for veterans of any
war.
“We see a critical need to support returning vets beyond what the current system is equipped to provide. The road to
healing from the trauma of war is complex, and we are honored to offer veterans and their caregivers opportunities to
aid in their recovery and reintegration,” said Carla Goldstein, chief external affairs officer at Omega.
For more than 20 years, Omega has been engaged with veterans and family members dealing with issues of PTSD. This year Omega will convene some of the
nation’s most forward thinking health experts and veterans’ advocates, to collaborate on best practices in healing
modalities in an effort to help more veterans get treatment, more quickly. Additionally, in response to the rise in
sexual assault, homelessness, and other issues servicewomen face, Omega will offer a new program specifically for female
veterans and active duty servicewomen. Scholarships are available for Military & Veteran Women’s Healing Retreat and The Costs of War, Violence & Denial: A Retreat for Veterans Living with PTSD.
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