Just over two years ago, the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic officially launched here at Penn (Almanac October 25, 2016). In those two years they have provided evidence-based behavioral health care to more than 650 veterans and military family members.

The Cohen Clinic is dedicated to breaking down accessibility barriers for veterans and the entire military family. So much so that they take the broadest possible definition of Veteran (anyone who wore the uniform for a day, regardless of discharge status) and family (anyone the veteran considers a family member–parent, child, significant other and more). And they offer:

• No Cost Care—All services are provided to veterans and military families regardless of insurance or ability to pay.
• Telehealth Services—Launched just this year, telehealth appointments have made it possible for clients to access care from virtually anywhere.
• Transportation Assistance—To help get clients to the clinic, we provide free parking and assistance with public transportation fares.
• Low Wait Times—Initial appointments can be scheduled within one week from the first phone call.

To learn more about the Cohen Clinic or see its impact, visit: pennmedicine.org/veterans