Returning service member care
VA Southeast Louisiana health care provides health care and other benefits to the newest Veterans returning from service, even if you are still on active duty or an activated member of the National Guard or Reserve. Talk to a care coordinator about making use of your health care benefits.
Connect with a care coordinator
Dr. Rondine Boudreaux, DNP, MSN-HCSM, RN
Post-9/11 Military2VA (M2VA) Case Management Program Manager
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Ashanti Santa Cruz Williams, MSN- HCSM, RN
Assistant Nurse Manager
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Chris Thompson, BS, PSA
Program Support Assistant
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Eric Cousin, MSHS-HCM, TPA
Transition Patient Advocate Program
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Joi Bacchus, MSN, RN
Nurse Case Manager
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Lakeisha Davis, MSN, MBA-HCM, RN
Nurse Case Manager
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Claudia LaRocca, LCSW-BACS
Social Worker Case Manager
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Aubranell Cheatham, MN, RN
Polytrauma Nurse
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Judy Johnson, BSN, RN
Nurse Case Manager
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Merlin Ramsey, BSN, RN
Caregiver RN
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Care we provide at VA Southeast Louisiana
We can help you access service and benefit programs tailored to the needs of returning service members, including:
- Polytrauma care
- Rehabilitation
- Mental health care
- Counseling
- Family benefits counseling
- Referral assistance
- Case Management
Vet Centers
Vet Centers are counseling centers that help Veterans readjust after deployment. The Vet Center in Southeast Louisiana provides counseling for individuals, groups, married couples, and families. They also provide guidance and referrals for other VA and community resources.