When to Refer

If someone You know:

    • Was a victim of torture or maltreatment by government forces or those in power in their country

    • Observed torture or maltreatment in their country as a result of war

    • Feared torture or maltreatment in their country

    • Was in captivity during the war in their country

    • Had someone close to them in captivity during the war in their country

And are experiencing the following symptoms...

    • Intense feeling that are sometimes unpredictable and may change back and forth and may include nervousness and depression.

    • Vivid memories of traumatic event that occur for no apparent reason and may lead to physical reactions such as rapid heart beat or sweating, have difficulty concentrating, making decisions, become easily confused and may have sleeping and eating patters disrupted.

    • Have grater and more frequent conflicts with family members or coworkers, become withdrawn or isolated.

    • Have frequent headaches, nausea, shortness of breath and other stress symptoms.

Please let them know about our program they may be eligible for services