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- About the Initiative Veteran/Military Friendly Congregation (VFMC) was conceived to promote a sense of community, acceptance and support for Veterans and their families in East Tennessee. Launched by the Knoxville Regional Mental Health Council's Faith-Based Committee, it will become an integral part of the Faith Based Initiative. VMFC made simple. Please listen and better yet, please join in the VMHC movement. A great way to save lives! Please click the orange button to hear the audio introduction to the VMFC. Upcoming VMFC Boot Camp 3-24-17 Audio VMFC Introduction Veteran Friendly members Read MoreYour Congregation makes a difference Your congregation can be an environment of acceptance for veterans and their families. Did you know that veterans are five times (5X) more likely to seek help from their clergy than every VA service combined? Your congregation could help promote awareness of the needs of those sacrificing their time and effort to support our country. Listen to the testimony of three Vietnam Veterans whose lives were destroyed for decade because of the war. Testimonials Tennessee's VMFC's Hotline at 865-336-2624!Start a Veteran/Military Friendly Congregation/Ministry/Organization We appreciate your interest and the investment of your time spent learning how your congregation can better serve veterans and their families. Enrollment is required for your congregation to be registered and listed on the VtMFC national and state registry. No cost to be enrolled. No future cost. Learn more at: Become Veteran Friendly Please listen to Council Co-chairman Freddie Owens and Council member Randall Baxter explains the foundation of a VMFC and the benefits of being a VMFC. Audio VMFC lesson 101Resources for Congregations Your commitment toward becoming a Veteran/Military Friendly Congregation (VMFC) begins with raising awareness among the members that you now have this program in place. We urge you to publish this ministry in your bulletins, newsletters and websites. Your veterans need to know to whom they can turn for assistance. Veteran Friendly Resources Miliatry Chaplains Association
- Stop veteran suicide, incarceration & homelessnes
- Council – Vet to Vet TN
We are three (3) Veteran affiliations working as one volunteer unit to serve those who served in the Military
We can help you navigate the VA, address housing issues, and offer strategies and skills for living a healthy lifestyle.
Please give us the chance to tell you how.
Results of the 2017 Boot Camp
Click here to view the WATE News segment.
Click here to view event photos
Click here to view the After Action Report
Remember, we can't complete the mission alone.
Knoxville Regional Veterans Mental Health Council (Council)
Legacy Peer Support Group (LPG)
865-336-2624
V2VT is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit veteran advocacy organization
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We are dedicated to helping fellow VeteransWe provide support and encouragementand we are experienced users of the VA systemto the families and friends of Veterans
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Click to listen to "Fight On"A song Samson Ferrell wrote encouraging veterans to stay strong . Suicide is not the answer to your problems .Embraces your past and gather strength from your fellow brothers . Do what us veterans do best , fight on .Prevent Veteran Suicide - "Do Something" & "Fight On"
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Helping those who served in the Army... -
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As well as The Coast GuardWe are Navigators of Veteran systems that can provide guidance for individual situations -
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Empower fellow Veterans to draw upon the personal resources of motivation and hopeHelp other Veterans learn how to develop trusting and workable relationships -
Are committed to offering spiritual care as part of treatmentAdvocates for improved Veteran care and programs -
Click to listen to "Fight On"A song Samson Ferrell wrote encouraging veterans to stay strong . Suicide is not the answer to your problems .Embraces your past and gather strength from your fellow brothers . Do what us veterans do best , fight on .Prevent Veteran Suicide - "Do Something" & "Fight On"
Peer Oriented Services are fundamental to an improved quality of life.
Knoxville Regional Veterans Mental Health Council, Legacy Peer Support Group, Vet to Vet Tennessee, Veteran Friendly Congregation Committee, Veterans Treatment Court Committee, PTSD Awareness, Intervention, Resolution (PAIR) Law Enforcement Training Committee. Results matter!
We Bring
Communications is the key to a successful partnership. three examples listed below is a great way to start 2015. We are honored serve with you!
Time matters!
Time is of the essence therefore once a new program/process is identified, it is crucial to develop a best in class plan and expeditiously execute the program. Remember "Each One, Teach One, Teach One".
Our mission is to make sure veterans and their families are provided the best medical and medical care they have earned
5 Legacy Peer Support groups, 16 Veteran Friendly Congregation/Ministries, Knox County Veterans Treatment Court 40 Veteran Mentors PAIR (PTSD Awareness, Intervention & Awareness) Law Enforcement training over 800 trained in 2015
What started five years ago as a city-based organization has now grown and expanded its programs to over 18 East Tennessee counties. We are still a totally volunteer group with no paid staff and only having donated meeting and office space. Our officers generally pay for their own training or participate in community-based grant funded training programs.
The Knoxville Regional Veterans Mental Health Council seeks to be a “bridge” between veterans receiving healthcare services and their families; VA medical and mental health professionals; veterans support organizations; and the community. Our goal is to ensure better access to information and services, and to identify and advocate for needed changes. Through improved communication and better understanding, veterans challenged by mental health issues may then pursue treatment without fear of stigma.
Our Council is Chaired by Veterans and is endorsed but not a part of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Our legacy, as Veterans, is to continue to support each other as we did when we were active duty. We watched each others backs and our mission is to continue that tradition. Regardless of our generation or war, we share the bond that comes with military service. We do not judge each other. We support each other now with the same intensity we did in service. Our experiences during our military service provides us with unique strengths and capabilities; they allow one to see opportunities, hope and solutions rather than just problems and hopelessness. Join with us in helping other Veterans recover and grow from those painful memories, depression, family issues, and dependencies that have controlled our lives and ruined many dreams and goals.
"Fight On"
was created and sung by Coast Guard Tier One Veteran Samson Ferrell on 10-13-16 to help "Do Something" to stop Veteran Suicide.
"Its Good To Have You Back"
was created and sung by Navy Veteran Terry Lockwood. JL Tucker’s favorite song.
Holbrook Peterson Smith PLLC, electronically submitted the IRS form 1023-EZ on September 28, 2016 on behalf of Vet to Vet Tennessee. On October 3, 2016, V2VT was approved as a tax exempt 501 (c) (3) veteran advocacy organization. Thanks to the generous and professional pro bono support from retired Big Red One Officer and attorney Eddy R. Smith, Lori Abel and Holbrook Peterson Smith PLLC. law firm. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Your support is greatly appreciated.
Ifyou went to see the movie "American Sniper", then you can start to
understand how the war changes the brave men and women who served. The
next mission they encounter is returning & readjusting at home. It
was the legend, Navy Seal Chris Kyle's veteran advocacy that helped him
return to his family to find joy, happiness and love that he lost in
the war.
It is only through the generosity and kindness of caring
people like yourself that we can provide the services we do. Your
support towards helping us help other veterans is greatly appreciated.
Please contact your patriotic friends and veteran advocates to help us achieve our mission "Leave no veteran behind".
Crisis Hotline
Veterans and their loved ones can call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 or chat online at Veterans Crisis Line to receive free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, even if they are not registered with VA or enrolled in VA health care.
The professionals at the Veterans Crisis Line are specially trained and experienced in helping Veterans of all ages and circumstances—from Veterans coping with mental health issues that were never addressed to recent Veterans struggling with relationships or the transition back to civilian life.
Vet Centers and VA Medical Centers stand ready to reach out and help veterans in crisis or at risk for suicide. We can help. Find a VA facility or Vet Center today!
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