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MCD0524
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Any military wives/Social Workers? PTSD related *Update on Bottom
My DH was in the Marine Corps until 2007 and was injured in Iraq early 2007. He was hit by an IED. He was going to the Babylon Vet Center for PTSD and TBI treatment but he left in 2011 since he wasn't showing any further symptoms and they felt he was ready to leave the group. He is having a hard time with what happened in Boston and couldn't even go into work today (rides the subways and LIRR). He also works across the street from the world trade so when he tried to leave work yesterday he panicked. I want to find him a group of young guys that run a PTSD group.I contacted the VA but they want to send him to the same group (mostly older vets). My DH is in his mid 20s...Anyone know who else I could contact besides the Northport VA for assistance?
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BklynBabe12
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Re: Any military wives/Social Workers? PTSD related
I am sorry your DH is going through this.
I also want to point out although your DH might feel fine or the therapist might feel as he is fine. I think its always best for clients with PTSD to stay active in support groups. Certain events and triggers can happen and cause the PTSD symptoms to arise again.
Anways, here are a couple of links for you to check out. They also provide counseling sessions and group programs for family members as well.
http://www.mhasuffolk.org/documents/supportgroups.php
http://www.scuv.org/
I hope this helps. Let me know if you require anymore information.
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MsSissy
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Re: Any military wives/Social Workers? PTSD related
TBI of Long Island Maybe they can help.
Many  and  for you both.
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neener1211
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Re: Any military wives/Social Workers? PTSD related
Please thank your husband for his service.
I would look into http://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/ . Maybe they can help direct him. 
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MCD0524
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Re: Any military wives/Social Workers? PTSD related
Thank you, they just set us up with an appt for tomorrow. Thank you so much!!!
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neener1211
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Re: Any military wives/Social Workers? PTSD related
Posted by MCD0524
Thank you, they just set us up with an appt for tomorrow. Thank you so much!!!
That's great news!
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| Posted 4/16/13 4:55 PM |
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Any military wives/Social Workers? PTSD related
The Rosen Center is a good resource too - (516) 562-3260. Its through NSLIJ
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Re: Any military wives/Social Workers? PTSD related
This specific agency is part of what is called the TBI Medicaid waiver program.
You have to have Medicaid to qualify and generally, it's a process to get into the program and find a Service Coordinator through any agency that offers the waiver (i.e. once you have Medicaid, it's not uncommon for 6 months to go by before all is approved).
The TBI waiver does not have PTSD-specific services. It provides services such as case management and home care specific to people with brain injury----not any mental health type counseling.
I would call up NAMI or the MHA of Long Island to see if they can provide you with some resources. Maybe even FEGS? I believe they are the ones who have the contract to provide services to people going through PTSD related to Sandy. If anything, they may be able to point you in a good direction.
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mommyin09
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Re: Any military wives/Social Workers? PTSD related
My DH used to go to the Vet Center in Queens. He would just talk one on one with the counselor. But I know they have groups too. Maybe there is a Vet Center on the LI?
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rkl1130
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Any military wives/Social Workers? PTSD related
Try contacting the LI Crisis Center and they will refer you to a bunch of places that deal specifically with PTSD and Vets. They are incredibly helpful.
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MCD0524
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Any military wives/Social Workers? PTSD related
Thank you to everyone for your FM's and help....We contacted the Wounded Warrior Project yesterday and they are an amazing resource. They set him up with an appt in the City today and are setting him up with a permanent group and individual session. It is all free of charge and they seem to do a great follow up. I really appreciate everyone help with this!!!!
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Re: Any military wives/Social Workers? PTSD related *Update on Bottom
Great news!! So glad he's getting the help he needs 
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kahlua716
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Re: Any military wives/Social Workers? PTSD related *Update on Bottom
Posted by MCD0524
Thank you to everyone for your FM's and help....We contacted the Wounded Warrior Project yesterday and they are an amazing resource. They set him up with an appt in the City today and are setting him up with a permanent group and individual session. It is all free of charge and they seem to do a great follow up. I really appreciate everyone help with this!!!!
This is amazing news!! It's so nice to hear that there are organizations out there commited to helping out vets!
This is an organization I will definitely contribute to in the future!
Best of luck to your husband!
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TheLucille2
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Re: Any military wives/Social Workers? PTSD related *Update on Bottom
You have FM.
Oh, and we are involved with the Wounded Warrior Project and have gone to several events.
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