Taking Care of our Veterans

Taking care of the people who have served in the armed forces is something we all want to do well. After all, serving in the military takes a unique kind of strength and bravery. It takes a high level of sacrifice that most of us aren’t willing to make. Learn more about how we can help take care of our veterans from our Thurston County Health Officer in this recent Health Matters column. 

https://www.theolympian.com/living/health-fitness/article221444570.html

Thurston County Veterans' Assistance Fund

Know a local veteran who's struggling with the cost of housing? The Thurston County Veteran's Assistance Fund may be able to help. Learn more here: 

http://www.co.thurston.wa.us/health/ssveteran/index.html

Mental Health and Veterans Court

Many veterans suffer from the lingering effects of multiple deployments and traumatic events. This can lead to self-medicating, and sometimes, to law enforcement intervention. Fortunately, Thurston County has developed a judicial court with the specific purpose of helping veterans in these situations. http://www.co.thurston.wa.us/distcrt/services/mental-health-and-veterans-court/