Description:
SEEKING Veterans to help returning Operation Enduring Freedom/Operation Iraqi Freedom veterans link to financial, educational, health care and counseling resources when they return home.
If you have a passion for helping fellow veterans, are a good communicator, and are willing to donate your time to an amazing cause, the Buddy-to-Buddy program is looking for you. Responsibilities include telephone support to military service members, bi-monthly training and presence at military events. Mileage and expenses are reimbursed.
Visit www.buddytobuddy.org to learn more about the Buddy-to-Buddy Program or contact Jennifer Di Falco, Program Manager, at difalco@umich.edu to schedule an interview.
Veterans with combat experience and mental health training or experience are preferred. We will provide training in communication skills and available community resources in Michigan. The time commitment required is a minimum of about 2-3 hours per week and one weekend day per month.
Additional Information
Suitable for Interns?:
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Population(s) Served
Young Adults
Adults
Social Issue(s) Addressed
Drug/Alcohol Abuse
Education
Employment/Work
Health
Mental Health/Crisis Intervention
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