Veteran_ Resource_ book_2014
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Additionally, Vet Centers have specially trained sexual trauma counselors and all<br />
conversations and records are kept confidential and are not accessible by the VA.<br />
The Soldier’s Project and Give an Hour also offer resources for veterans who wish<br />
not to be seen by the VA. For more information on Vet Centers, see (pg. 90). For<br />
more information on the Soldier’s Project and Give an Hour, see (pg. 80).<br />
SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS<br />
Treatment and recovery services are available throughout California for veterans<br />
who have a problem with alcohol, drugs, or misuse of prescription drugs. Services<br />
range from emergency counseling and initial assessment to detoxification<br />
services and residential or long-term outpatient treatment.<br />
Confidential programs and services are available to veterans who find alcohol,<br />
illicit drugs or prescription drugs are impacting their relationships or their ability<br />
to maintain employment, housing or family relationships. In addition to services<br />
provided by the VA healthcare system, county and community-based resources<br />
may be available.<br />
DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOL AND DRUG PROGRAMS<br />
The California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs (ADP) and the counties<br />
throughout California work together to support our servicemen and women and<br />
their families by leading efforts to ensure substance use and co-occurring<br />
behavioral health services are accessible and confidential with successful<br />
outcomes. The ADP website has a dedicated veterans page that provides veteranspecific<br />
service links, a Network of Care link, and training and self-help options at<br />
www.adp.ca.gov/veteran/index.shtml.<br />
Alcohol and drug treatment programs are available in all 58 counties. Each county<br />
has an alcohol and drug program office that can help veterans find the right<br />
alcohol and other drug-related services available in their area. To locate the local<br />
county office, go to www.adp.ca.gov/help/tw_index.shtml.<br />
ADP is also responsible for administering prevention, treatment, and recovery<br />
services for alcohol and drug abuse and problem gambling. ADP services are<br />
available throughout California to those who have a problem with alcohol, drugs or<br />
gambling or know someone who does.<br />
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