Vet-to-Vet Program For Chronic Pain
Vet-to-Vet is a chronic pain mutual self-help support group facilitated by Veterans with chronic pain for Veterans with chronic pain.
An entirely virtual group, Vet-to-Vet supports Veterans throughout ECHCS seeking to actively treat their pain. A cornerstone of the group is storytelling, a powerful tool for healing. Veterans helping Veterans to decrease the impact of pain on their lives and enhance their sense of community.
Watch Our Vet-to-Vet Program Videos
An entirely virtual group, Vet-to-Vet supports Veterans throughout ECHCS seeking to actively treat their pain. A cornerstone of the group is storytelling, a powerful tool for healing. Veterans helping Veterans to decrease the impact of pain on their lives and enhance their sense of community.
John Evans, the program manager for Vet-to-Vet, discusses the significance of providing a peer support platform for veterans living with chronic pain.
Air Force Veteran Ken Joslin shares his experience of dealing with chronic pain and encourages others to "never give up."
Marine Corps Veteran Colleen Fitzpatrick shares the importance of having an outlet to share her experience of living with chronic pain.
These videos demonstrate the profound impact of the Vet-to-Vet Program, showcasing how it provides a supportive community for Veterans living with chronic pain. They highlight the program’s ability to reduce isolation, foster emotional healing, and inspire personal growth by facilitating peer-to-peer connections and mutual understanding.
Veterans should watch these videos to see firsthand how the program can transform their experience of chronic pain, offer a sense of belonging, and provide a valuable outlet for sharing their struggles and triumphs with others who truly understand.
Program Coordinator
John Evans
Specialist | Research Service
VA Eastern Colorado health care
Email: vhaechvettovet@va.gov