February 2022

Lessons in Love from Military Couples, Tips to strengthen any relationship.

From the stress of deployments to frequent moves, military couples face a number of unique challenges. But in working through those distinctive experiences come universal lessons in love. This February, CVN is sharing lessons in love from our work with military couples that anyone can employ to strengthen their relationship. In order to sustain your relationship, you need to put time, effort, and attention into it. A lot of couples wait until their relationship is in serious distress to seek counseling. But why wait? Prevention is the best cure! If you’re feeling stuck or things aren’t moving in a direction that’s working for you, it could be beneficial to call in a professional. Our clinic provides couples counseling to post-9/11 veterans and active duty service members and their spouses/partners. Learn more, here.

Celebrating Black History Month!

February is Black History Month! Join us to recognize and celebrate the incredible contributions of African Americans.

African American Heroism in the Military Dating all the way back to the American Revolution, African Americans have played key roles in the history (and success) of the U.S. military. Profiled are some notable African Americans and their achievements, as well as milestones in the... Read more www.military.com

28 Days of Black History (U.S. National Park Service) Black History Month was started as a weeklong celebration timed to include the birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln. It's also during the shortest month of the year. Here are a few more suggestions to make your own history with... Read more www.nps.gov

Join Our Team!

Our team is expanding and hiring a mental health therapist. If you are interested in joining a great team to improve the lives of veterans, service members and their families, please apply!

Support & Wellness

You're invited to our Peer-to-Peer Support Group for post-9/11 veterans. This support group is an opportunity for those with similar life experiences to be there for each other. We hope you join us. For more information, call (910) 358-8581.

Community Connections

Military Spouse Employment Expo Thank you to everyone who stopped by our information table on January 27, 2022 at the Military Spouse Employment Expo. It was great to see you!

Veterans Stand Down Our Cohen Clinic participated in the Veterans Stand Down on February 1, 2022. Our outreach manager and clinic intern joined our friends from Hope For The Warriors for this veteran-focused community event.

Resources

NC Homeowner Assistance Fund opens statewide RALEIGH - The NC Homeowner Assistance Fund is now accepting applications from North Carolina homeowners whose finances were impacted by the pandemic and who need assistance with housing-related expenses. Established through the 2021 American... Read more www.legalaidnc.org Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc. is dedicated to the physical and emotional rehabilitation of disabled active military service personnel and disabled veterans through fly fishing and associated activities including education and outings. Read more projecthealingwaters.org

Our new statewide Housing Helpline streamlines access to ... RALEIGH - Tenants in North Carolina who are facing eviction or struggling with other housing issues have a new, easier way to get free legal help. As of yesterday, North Carolinians in all 100 counties can call 1-877-201-6426 (toll-free) to... Read more www.legalaidnc.org MilTax: Free Military Tax Return Preparation Services *... This tax season, start with MilTax from Military OneSource and the Department of Defense. MilTax free tax services include tax prep and e-filing software and personalized support that address the realities of military life - deployments, combat... Read more www.militaryonesource.mil

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Our Mission The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Hope For The Warriors mission is to improve the quality of life for post-9/11 veterans and their families by providing high-quality mental health care that is accessible to all.  Who We Serve Veterans: All post-9/11 veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces including the National Guard and Reserves. We also treat active-duty service members with a TRICARE referral. Services are available regardless of discharge status, role while in uniform or combat experience. Families: Veteran and active duty family members, including parents, siblings, children, caretakers and others, regardless of whether the veteran is seeking treatment at the Cohen Clinic.