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YouWill urges two‑year teletherapy pilot to expand mental‑health access for Michigan veterans
Summary
Adam Ring of YouWill testified before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military and Veterans Affairs, urging a two‑year teletherapy pilot for Michigan veterans and outlining features, estimated costs and implementation steps to reach rural and hard‑to‑reach veterans.
Adam Ring, representing YouWill, told the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military and Veterans Affairs that the company recommends a two‑year statewide teletherapy pilot to expand mental‑health access for Michigan veterans.
Ring said Michigan is home to roughly 500,000 veterans and that veterans in the state experience elevated suicide rates and persistent barriers to care, including long wait times and limited local providers. “Teletherapy is not a silver bullet, but it is a proven and practical solution to bridge these gaps in care and give veterans the care and support they need,” Ring said.
Ring outlined core features YouWill would offer: 24/7 access…
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