OUR MISSION
Our mission is to provide comprehensive treatment for combat veterans suffering with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder " Free of Charge".
PTSD or Post - Traumatic Stress Disorder is marked by clear biological changes as well as psychological symptoms. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, an anxiety disorder, can affect those who personally experience a catastrophe and those who witness it. The disorder is also associated with impairment of the person's ability to function in social or family life, including occupational instability, marital problems and divorces, family discord, and difficulties in parenting.
THE UNSEEN WOUND
More attention has been paid to the mental health of American troops in Iraq and Afghanistan than in any previous war. Yet shame remains a significant barrier to military personnel and their families getting the mental healthcare they need. 60% of military personnel fear seeking mental healthcare for PTSD will have a negative consequence on their career and any treatment would be part of their military personnel record. Some veterans feel this could influence future promotions and job placement.
We believe the VA does a great job in treating veterans with PTSD, however , they are somewhat limited and dependent upon funding from congress.
As a non-profit corporation and public charity, we too are limited by the monies we receive through donations and grants. One difference between the VA and our foundation is veteran treatment through our foundation is confidential and totally anonymous. Treatment provided by our foundation will never be attached to a personnel file. There should never be concern about treatment affecting future promotions or job placement.
In an atmosphere of mutual support and teamwork, the United States War Veteran's PTSD Foundation, joins together with other advocacy groups for mental health care, for those affected by war and those who have served the United States and its allies, expanding its focus from the Korea and Vietnam Era to the present day War in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Whether you are visiting our website to receive our assistance, offer support or just to get a better understanding about this devastating disorder and what we do to fight it,we here at the United States War Veteran's PTSD Foundation appreciate your concern and support. Please contact us with any questions. Thank you.
Duane C. Knutson
Executive Director
(480) 922-4950
Founded in Scottsdale, Arizona, by veterans Duane C. Knutson and David L. Arnold, the United States War Veteran's PTSD Foundation is an Arizona Non-Profit Corporation and tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. All donations to the United States War Veteran's PTSD Foundation are tax deductible.
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United States War Veteran's PTSD Foundation,Inc.
Our Mission
The United States War Veterans PTSD Foundation is a 501(c3) Non-profit corporation and all donations are tax deductable
UNITED STATES WAR VETERAN'S PTSD FOUNDATION
8475 E McDonald Drive Mailing Address;
Scottsdale,Az,85250 5791 W. Kesler
Office(480) 922-4950 Chandler, Arizona 85226
Duane C. Knutson, Executive Director
David L. Arnold, Vice President
