San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health
San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health
Keeping it Real About Veterans Mental Health
Keeping it Real About Veterans Mental Health
Keeping it Real About Veterans Mental Health
Wednesday 12th July 2023
Listen as retired Navy Chief Aaron Seibert discusses his journey from combat to advocacy, highlighting veterans' mental health challenges and resilience.
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Episode Overview
- Chief Aaron Siebert shares his profound experiences as a combat veteran and his journey to advocacy for veterans' mental health.
- His account of being hit by a mortar round during deployment offers a raw and candid perspective on the impact of military trauma.
- Chief Siebert emphasises the need for holistic support and specialised resources for combat veterans, highlighting the role of community and compassion.
- His narrative underscores the resilience and strength of the human spirit, portraying the transformative journey from adversity to advocacy.
- The episode serves as a testament to the significance of understanding and creating a supportive environment for veterans' recovery and reintegration.
Veterans can also seek assistance at vet centers. The vet center has a call center, which offers a free around-the-clock confidential call center where veterans, service members, and their families can talk about their military experience or any other issue that they are facing in transitioning after military service or trauma and get connected to their nearest Vet Center.
Imagine serving your country in the most intense environments and then returning home to face a different kind of battle. In this episode of 'Resilient and Real', Chief Aaron Seibert, a retired Navy chief and corpsman, opens up about his 20 years of service and the mental health struggles that followed. Hosted by Miranda, this conversation dives deep into Aaron's journey from active duty to becoming a beacon of hope for fellow veterans.
Aaron shares a gripping account of being hit by a mortar round during his third deployment in Iraq, an event that forever changed his life. The physical and emotional scars he carried back home were immense, but so was his determination to heal and help others. Now serving as the Southern California Chapter Veteran Coordinator for the PTSD Foundation of America, Aaron uses his experiences to advocate for holistic support systems for combat veterans.
The episode is not just about Aaron's personal battles; it's about the broader issue of veterans' mental health. Aaron emphasizes the importance of community and specialized resources in aiding veterans' reintegration into civilian life. His story is a powerful reminder of the resilience and strength required to overcome such challenges. If you're interested in understanding the complexities of veterans' mental health or looking for inspiration from someone who has turned adversity into advocacy, this episode is a must-listen.
It's a heartfelt discussion that sheds light on the sacrifices veterans make and the ongoing support they need.