Cove Forge Becomes Certified as Veteran Ready Healthcare Organization

Cove Forge Behavioral Health, located in Williamsburg, was recently certified as a Veteran Ready Healthcare Organization when its staff was trained in providing specialized care for veterans who have needs that their non-veteran peers don’t.

Cove Forge CEO Bobbi Jo Glunt said there has always been a need for veteran services at Cove Forge and the training provided a better understanding of the specific issues veterans may have.

“This gave us more education so we can better meet their needs,” Glunt said.

Glunt cited Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and rising suicide and addiction rates am...