Healing From Behavioral Crisis Together, Thanks to Charitable Transportation
A Child’s Behavioral Crisis
Kevin is a Veteran who lives in San Jose, California with his wife and two daughters. Sadly, his oldest daughter was struggling with the effects of mental illness. The challenges came to a head when she had a behavioral crisis. Kevin and his wife consulted with doctors on how to best help their oldest daughter.
Across The Country For Care
"She was admitted to the best treatment center for her situation,” said Kevin, “across the U.S., in Norfolk, Virginia.” This was the Barry Robinson Center, a residential treatment center for children and adolescents with mental health struggles. It was a good fit, because the Barry Robinson Center helps many military-affiliated families.
“My wife and youngest daughter are staying with a friend near the Barry Robinson Center,” said Kevin, “while I stay back to work.”
Time For A Reunion
The treatment plan for Kevin’s oldest daughter allowed families to visit on the weekends. In addition, she could earn short periods of leave. Three months after Kevin’s oldest daughter was admitted, she had earned one such period of leave.
Kevin didn’t want to miss visiting his oldest daughter so he could celebrate this milestone in her treatment. However, Kevin didn’t have the funds to fly to Norfolk to see her. How would he be able to reunite with the family?
Charitable Transportation Helped Them Heal Together
That was when Kevin found out about Angel Wings for Veterans, a program of Mercy Medical Angels. Angel Wings for Veterans arranged a round-trip flight on Southwest Airlines so that Kevin could see his oldest daughter.
“It was an absolute blessing to see the smile on her face, hug her, and to physically be with her for this accomplishment in her treatment program,” said Kevin.
"You Have No Idea How Thankful We Are..."
“Our family is so grateful for the Angel Wings for Veterans organization,” said Kevin, “and how they work together with the Barry Robinson Center to support our family.”
“You have no idea how thankful we are for your help in this time of extreme need.”
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