Veterans Resources - Healthy Ocala

BEACON POINT

creativesprings — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 16:29:48 +0000

Beacon Point is a single, convenient location for behavioral health services and substance use recovery for all Marion County residents, regardless of ability to pay. Multiple healthcare providers offer services on this private campus, allowing Marion County residents to get prompt, compassionate care for behavioral health concerns. From crisis response to group support to inpatient recovery. Beacon Point is committed to cultivating a healthy community. All Marion County residents can access:

24/7 care for substance use recovery and mental health care
Inpatient detoxification, including a 30-day residential substance use recovery program
Support groups for substance use recovery
Free and low-cost primary care services to complement their behavioral health care

To learn more about Beacon Point: https://mchdt.org/beacon-point/

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LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL AT BEACON POINT

creativesprings — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 16:31:02 +0000

Adult outpatient counseling provides services to adults with behavioral or emotional problems that are affecting their ability to function. Counseling services are provided in a focused, time-effective manner. Outpatient programs offer individual, group and family counseling, as well as access to a psychiatrist for evaluation and medication treatment if needed.

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ONCOLOGY RISK IN OVERSEAS SERVICE (ORIOS) – Vet Resource Center, Inc.

sarah — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 15:18:31 +0000

The Vet Resource Center, Inc. provides and administers free Galleri Early Warning Cancer Detection test to honorably discharged veterans residing in Marion County Florida. This service is made possible by funding from Vets Helping Vets, Marion County Memorial Honor Guard, Marion County Hospital District, Marion County Commissioners, and AdventHealth – Ocala. To qualify, please provide a DD214 or other discharge document that shows you were Honorably Discharged and live in Marion County. To apply, please visit ORIOS.org

If you already have cancer, please register, we can help with treatment, direct you to experienced help for your VA Ratings and provide you with quality-of-life support.

Also available for all First Responders, EMTs and their spouses at a deep discount of $649.

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SMA HEALTHCARE

creativesprings — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 16:25:38 +0000

SMA Healthcare is proud to be the leader of behavioral healthcare services in our communities. With more than 55 years of experience in the industry, SMA Healthcare provides a full continuum of exceptional and comprehensive services for individuals suffering from mental illness and/or addiction.

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VET RESOURCE CENTER, INC.

creativesprings — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 18:32:07 +0000

The mission of the Vet Resource Center, Inc (VRC) is dedicated to providing, through educational, information and resource identification, a basic available benefits education for every veteran in America.

Our online source, VetResourceCenter.com, has been created to help veterans and their families find information about the local, State and National benefits, services, and activities available. Not only veteran related information but also issues that affect every family.

Vet Resource Center Inc. provides early warning cancer tests for our Veterans exposed to Burn Pits and Toxins during their military service. Statistics show that of the 4.2 million that served, over 500,000 cases of cancer have been diagnosed and over 240,000 of those veterans have already died. An early warning cancer blood test that scans for 50 different types of cancer that costs $950 is available. Vet Resource Center has partnered with Grail, the company that manufactures the Galleri test to acquire the test for a reduced price and provide the test for free to our exposed veterans.

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AMERICAN LEGION – BUDDY CHECKS

sarah — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 18:32:00 +0000

We consider it our most sacred responsibility to look out for each other and our fellow veterans. Since May 2019, by way of an organization-wide Resolution, Legionnaires conduct Buddy Checks during the weeks of The American Legion’s birthday, March 15, and Veterans Day. Legion posts also perform this vital function whenever it makes the most sense in their communities.

Legionnaires are also proud to participate in The Department of Veterans Affairs National Buddy Check Week, launched in 2023.

Find a Legion Post near you!

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Career Source

creativesprings — Thu, 19 Jun 2025 17:17:56 +0000

At CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion (CLM), we are dedicated to fostering economic growth and prosperity by building a robust workforce ecosystem that drives success for businesses and individuals alikeOur steadfast devotion to our mission goes beyond traditional workforce development. Through strategic collaboration with civic and community leaders, economic development organizations, and education and public partners we strive to create a lasting impact on the lives of those who call our three-county area home. In short, CareerSource CLM is deeply connected to the success of the communities we serve and understands that we all benefit by working together to leverage our resources, commitments, and compassion. On the pages that follow, you’ll discover some of the innovative and collaborative ways CareerSource CLM works to shape a brighter future for Citrus, Levy and Marion counties. And beyond.

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DISABLED VETERANS NATIONAL FOUNDATION (DVNF)

sarah — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 15:52:30 +0000

DVNF maintains a nation resource directory for disabled veterans. This is a comprehensive, vetted online index of resources for veterans, service members, and their families. It offers categorized links to programs in benefits, health, housing, employment, education, caregiver support, transportation, and more.

Key Features:

Resources sorted by categories such as Benefits & Compensation, Health, Housing, Employment, Education & Training, Family & Caregiver Support, Transportation & Travel, etc.
Option to submit new resources to be added to the directory.
Includes national hotlines for veteran crisis and homelessness assistance.

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS – STATE VETERANS’ HOMES

sarah — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 17:10:58 +0000

The Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs operates eight skilled nursing facilities and one assisted living facility. All facilities are licensed by the Agency for Health Care Administration and inspected annually by AHCA and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The homes are supervised round the clock by registered and licensed nurses.

Resident Admission: Basic admission requirements for all state veterans’ homes include an honorable discharge, state residency prior to admission, and certification of need of assisted living or skilled nursing care as determined by a VA physician. A resident application package for each facility is available for view and downloading below. Eligible spouses are also able to be admitted. For specific questions regarding admissions, please contact the Admissions Coordinator at the numbers listed below.

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GI BILL EDUCATION BENEFITS

sarah — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 13:35:16 +0000

Benefit overview

Administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs, GI Bill benefits help you pay for college, graduate school and training programs. Since 1944, the GI Bill has helped qualifying veterans and their family members get money to cover all or some of the costs for school or training. Veterans and their dependents may qualify for GI Bill benefits through the Post-9/11 GI Bill, the Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty or the Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve.

How to access this benefit

When applying for GI Bill benefits, determine whether you are eligible for the GI Bill. If you are eligible, you will need to gather the following documents:

Social Security number (required)
Military history (required)
Basic information about the school or training facility you plan to attend (required)
Bank account direct deposit information
Education history

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