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A New Meaning for Remembrance Day
As a parent of an active CAF (Canadian Armed Forces) member serving in an active conflict zone, Veteran’s Week and Remembrance Day have taken on new meaning. From a sense of patriotism to a deeper level of empathy, the stories of tragedy and triumph have begun to change me. As I prepare to stand at the cenotaph on 11:11:11, I will do so, again, to not only exercise my civic duty but to willingly enter into a small part of the told and untold stories of those who have passed and those that remain. You are remembered.
The Impact of Service on Mental Health
Veterans Affairs Canada and the Department of Defence report that mental health can be profoundly affected by operation duties carried out by service members. It is documented that while most veterans report good mental health, there are over one-fifth that struggle with a broad range of psychological difficulties as a result of performing operation duties in Canada and abroad. This is a difficult reality for those who serve as the wrestle also becomes about overcoming stigma and the need to muster up the courage to seek help. Understanding mental health and accessibility to services can help break down the walls of isolation and open new ways forward of healing, hope and transformation. You are remembered.
Support from OK Clinical Therapy Group
At the OK Clinical Therapy Group we have over 50 Master’s level practitioners who realize that the way forward for so many veterans should not be one embarked on alone. Our skilled and competent team of clinical counsellors, registered social workers and clinical counselling interns strive to create comfortable, encouraging and judgement-free spaces to support you with the mental health concerns that can arise for veterans during any season of life. You are remembered.
Veteran Affairs Canada Disability Benefits
So, if you are a former member of the CAF (Regular or Reservist – Class A or B), you can qualify for disability benefits through the Veteran Affairs Canada Disability Benefits Program that includes mental health support. In fact, coverage for psychotherapeutic treatment can begin on the same day you apply for benefits if you qualify! To see if you do qualify or to apply for the benefit program, follow this link CAF Disability Benefit Program. Once approved, contact us for a free twenty-minute consultation and we will help get you started on your healing journey.
Please call or text us at 250-718-9219. You can browse our list of clinicians to find a good fit, explore our various services and even search our list of evidence-based therapies. You can also email us at info@okclinical.com
For specialized services, our team is ready to help you explore ur various counselling programs. You can also check out our General Counseling Services, learn about the Types of Therapy we offer, or visit our booking page here.
“They shall not grow old as we grow old: Age shall not weary them, or the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them. Lest We Forget”- Laurence Binyon
Written by: Daniel Snell, Practicum Student
