Establish physiological stability and reduce hyperarousal via the Stellate Ganglion block injection procedure so participants can engage more effectively in counseling, treatment, and supportive services through the integrated Heal Veteran Program.
Improve emotional functioning through our 12 free trauma-informed telehealth counseling sessions, for successful short and long-term recovery in theHeal Veteran Program.
Strengthen belonging, reinforce purpose, and sustain long-term resilience through community engagement.
Our Mission
To unite veterans, veteran-owned businesses, and all companies for a common purpose; supporting veterans in job creation and work placement, assisting veterans in mental health solutions, and funding existing veteran-focused philanthropies through focused efforts.
I’m working again and in a job that feels right. I want to thank you for taking the time to sit with me, listen to me, review my resume and reach out to possible companies. I felt alone and overwhelmed in my search to start over. I’m thankful for your services and drive to help others. Keep up the good work and if I could ever give back please reach out.
Rachael C
Acadiana Veteran
I'm definitely in a better place than I was. I can manage situations better. I don't have the full clarity of no symptoms, but I have enough strength mentally to fight through those situations where normally they would be overwhelming.
Joel C
Veteran / Heal SGB Program Participant
AVA has been a positive influence for me in my transition to civilian life. During my post military job search, which wasn’t going according to plan, AVA reached out to me to encourage and assist. After landing a post-retirement job, I wanted to help AVA give back to other Veterans transitioning to civilian life. AVA does a tremendous amount to mentor and assist Veterans.
LTC (R) Jim Williams
Louisiana Army National Guard
Feeling really good. Tension in my neck my and shoulders loosened up...that's where I hold my stress. My legs feel rested. Mental clarity. Outer shell still looks used and abused, but I have a new engine and transmission. A bit of an emotional roller coaster. Feeling things I haven't felt in a long time, like empathy. I feel incredibly awesome. I have energy again.
Doug D
Veteran / Heal SGB Program Participant
Heal Program
Physical & Mental Well-Being
Stellate Ganglion Block injection procedure and Free Telehealth Counseling Sessions to Combat Post-Traumatic Stress.
Acadiana Veteran Alliance was selected as one of five national veteran service organizations to win the annual Fisher Service Award from Fisher House and Military Times Foundation. This prestigious award was presented for the work of the AVA Heal Program to reduce or eliminate post-traumatic stress in veterans using the SGB injection procedure.
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