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Dwyer peer-to-peer veterans program outlines goals; Ward Bowen named peer mentor
Summary
Eric Boozer, Director of Veterans Services, told the board the Dwyer Peer-to-Peer program will help veterans apply for benefits, connect them to services, and aid civilian adjustment; he said Ward Bowen has been appointed a peer mentor and the program is seeking a recreation center for veterans and families.
Eric Boozer, identified in the meeting as Director of Veterans Services, provided the Community Services Board with an overview of the Dwyer Peer-to-Peer Veterans Services program on March 20. Boozer said the program’s goals include helping veterans apply for and receive benefits, directing veterans to appropriate services, and assisting with adjustment to civilian life.
Boozer said Ward Bowen has been appointed as a peer mentor for the program. He also said program leaders are attempting to secure a building to serve as a recreation center with televisions and computers so veterans and their families have a place to meet and socialize.
The board received the report as an informational update; the meeting transcript does not record a formal motion or vote to approve funding or a specific facility. Next steps described at the meeting were limited to locating a suitable building and continuing program development.
