About this service
Marin Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) offers Veterans Community Connection as part of its early intervention efforts to support the behavioral health, wellness, and community connection of veterans and their families in Marin County. The program focuses on outreach, engagement, and connection to behavioral health information, peer support, and community resources.
These efforts help strengthen awareness of available support, reduce isolation, and promote wellness through approaches that recognize the experiences and needs of veterans.
Who this service is for
This information is for:
- Veterans in Marin County seeking behavioral health information, support, or connection
- Family members, caregivers, and support networks of veterans
- Community organizations, advocates, and partners serving veterans and military-connected populations
- Providers and outreach teams working to improve engagement and access for veterans
- Anyone interested in early intervention efforts focused on veteran well-being
Details
About the program
Veterans Community Connection supports early intervention work by strengthening relationships, outreach, and access to behavioral health information and supportive resources for veterans. The program promotes community-based approaches that help veterans connect with services, peer support, and wellness opportunities.
Program goals
- Promote behavioral health awareness and wellness among veterans
- Reduce isolation and strengthen community connection
- Support early identification of concerns and timely connection to help
- Increase awareness of available resources, supports, and referral pathways
Why this matters
Veterans may face behavioral health challenges related to transition, trauma, stress, substance use, isolation, or other life experiences. Outreach and connection can help reduce barriers, increase trust, and encourage earlier help seeking and engagement with support.
Role in early intervention
Veterans Community Connection is part of Marin BHRS programming and aligns with broader Behavioral Health Services Act and early intervention goals. It contributes to community wellness by supporting outreach and connection strategies tailored to veterans and their communities.