Traumatic experiences from tough calls and deployments can build up throughout a career and become overwhelming. It’s okay to seek help. The FORTITUDE program at in Cherry Hill, New Jersey supports veterans and first responders dealing with co-occurring trauma and behavioral health challenges like:
Substance Use and Addiction
Problematic substance use and addiction to opioids, stimulants, and other substances
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Recurring flashbacks, intrusive memories and nightmares
Co-Occurring Mental Health Conditions
Stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, burnout, grief, suicidal thoughts or injury
The FORTITUDE program welcomes any veterans and active or retired public safety workers who grapple with substance abuse and co-occurring mental health issues.
Law Enforcement
Fire Service Members
Correctional Officers
Paramedics and EMTs
Emergency Dispatchers
Emergency Room Personnel
With years of experience catering to these dedicated individuals, we have established ourselves as industry experts in trauma-informed care for first responders and veterans. The FORTITUDE specialty track fosters healing through:
Exclusive group therapy
Specially trained therapists in FORTITUDE-specific groups use CPT for PTSD interventions. These groups focus on normalizing trauma reactions, processing experiences, and replacing dysfunctional thoughts.
EMDR treatment for eligible clients
EMDR provides support for individuals impacted by trauma and negative events, alleviating mental distress and emotional setbacks and potentially improving outcomes for substance use disorders.
A full continuum of care
The FORTITUDE program works within medical detox, residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs, customizing patient care to meet their unique needs.
Experienced staff
Licensed mental health professionals in the FORTITUDE program are adept at clinical interventions for veterans and first responders. Drawing on years of experience working with them, our curriculum is tailored to match their mindset, emotions, and work-related challenges.
Family therapy
Family therapy sessions delve into the roles family members play in addiction and PTSD. Families gain valuable tools to provide support and find healing for themselves.
Vetted aftercare network
We verify and vet therapists and aftercare resources in our database, guaranteeing that veterans and first responders can access qualified, specialized care as they continue their journey after treatment.
The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper is a private addiction treatment center in the VA Community Care Network (CCN).
Veterans can use their VA health insurance to receive high-quality, specialized addiction and co-occurring mental health treatment at our facility.
How long it takes to complete treatment depends on the person’s behavioral health needs and substance use history. Most clients finish medical detox and inpatient rehab programs in 35–60 days.
Leaving treatment early often leads to relapse and overdose, so we encourage clients to complete their treatment plans entirely. However, as long as they are not a danger to themselves or others, clients may leave rehab, even against medical advice, at any time.
Yes, many people began their lifelong recovery with inpatient addiction treatment. While there is no “cure” for substance use disorder, recovery is possible. We consider inpatient rehabilitation successful based on improvements to our client’s physical and mental health, employment or educational status, relapse time, safety and legal status and relationships with loved ones.
Insurance may cover some or all of the inpatient rehab costs. The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper can also work with clients without insurance to develop a private pay option.
Attending inpatient treatment will mean leaving your job, at least temporarily, but there are Several laws in place that can help protect employees when they attend inpatient rehab.
Treating your addiction is the best way to create a better future for your children. While there are no guarantees you’ll maintain child custody, completing rehab to reduce the negative effects of addiction on your life may make you more likely to keep your children.
Treating your addiction is the best way to create a better future for your children. While there are no guarantees you’ll maintain child custody, completing rehab to reduce the negative effects of addiction on your life may make you more likely to keep your children.
Let us know you’re a veteran or first responder when you call. We’ll get you specialized support to meet your needs.
The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper offers comprehensive addiction treatment for drug and alcohol addictions and co-occurring mental health conditions.
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