As a military family member, you experience immense pride and patriotism, balanced with challenges like frequent relocations, long separations and ongoing worry about your deployed loved ones’ safety. These struggles can take a profound toll on your mental and emotional health, sometimes manifesting in substance abuse.
In honor of Military Family Appreciation Month this November, Hemet Valley Recovery Center & Sage Retreat acknowledges your sacrifices and resilience and offers specialized support and treatment for military family members struggling with addiction and mental health issues.
The Unique Struggles of Military Families
Military families lead atypical lives. Thousands of active-duty military personnel leave their homes and families for overseas deployments, and while they serve abroad, their families face numerous battles back home.
Frequent cross-country or international relocations can lead to instability. Every move brings obstacles like enrolling your children in a new school and the daunting task of learning the ropes in an unfamiliar community. This transient lifestyle makes it difficult to build and maintain lasting relationships, leading to feelings of isolation and anxiety.
The Impact on Mental Health and Substance Use
The stressors associated with military life have far-reaching consequences. Prolonged periods of separation, anxiety over your loved one’s safety while they are away and the repeated challenges of adjusting to new environments can chip away at your mental well-being. In some cases, these pressures cause spouses and children to use drugs or alcohol as a coping mechanism. Recognizing these challenges is crucial in providing the necessary interventions to help military families maintain their health and well-being.
Seeking Help at Hemet Valley Recovery Center & Sage Retreat
Hemet Valley Recovery Center & Sage Retreat is a hospital-based addiction treatment center that works closely with military family members stationed at nearby Coronado Naval Base or elsewhere in our country. We provide comprehensive and tailored care to address military dependents’ specific needs.
- Detoxification and rehabilitation: We offer a safe and structured environment for medically managed detox and recovery, addressing substance use and underlying mental health conditions.
- Psychiatric and outpatient treatment: Our services support immediate and long-term health needs, helping families cope with the psychological impact of multiple relocations, deployments and isolation.
- Residential treatment services: Our residential programs provide the stability you need to focus on recovery.
- Personalized plans: Understanding that each family’s experience is unique, we will customize your treatment to adapt as you progress through each phase.
Military families silently bear burdens that deserve recognition and support. Hemet Valley Recovery Center & Sage Retreat acknowledges and honors these sacrifices.
Our team has created a welcoming, homelike place where you can heal, with full access to an accredited hospital staffed by licensed addiction specialists who can handle the most complex clinical and medical cases. Our services and amenities empower military families to overcome the challenges of addiction and mental health issues. Contact us today if you are struggling. You are not alone, and we value your family’s service to our country.