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New program to boost mental health care for NJ veterans

The program will train community and faith-based groups

08/23/2023

NJ Spotlight News

New program to boost mental health care for NJ veterans

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The program will train community and faith-based groups

The state Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is partnering with the New Jersey Hospital Association on an initiative to try and drive down those numbers. The program will train community and faith-based groups to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health distress in veterans, and to help connect them with the services they need to get help.

08/23/2023

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