You have to look at the member holistically. There's a lot to suggest that in order to provide the best support and services for the military member, you have to incorporate the family, bring them along, educate them about signs and symptoms, and provide positive tools and skills to help the family unit recover. Veterans Affairs does have some programs in place. The area counsellors work and encourage the family members to participate in case management. I think it's imperative, and the families are being drawn in.
On May 6th, 2009. See this statement in context.