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Lt. B is the last surviving member of his covert Air Force unit. Initially, he was one of three to make it home from a second tour in Iraq in 1993.

Former Gary resident Brian Kovach began using drugs at age 11 and took the first of what would be many shots at recovery just two years later.

Regional Mental Health Center's homeless program helps place up to 15 people in apartments in the community and enrolls them in supportive care.

A new clinic made possible by a Federally Qualified Health Center grant to Regional Mental Health Center will offer affordable health care for all ages.

The community of Hammond, Indiana will have a new resource for accessible and affordable health care starting on Monday.

Regional Mental Health Center plans to open a facility in downtown Hammond to better serve the city's homeless population and those who live in public housing.

Every night before she went to sleep, Jane had a ritual. She checked all the closets. She locked every door. She made sure a hammer and a can of Mace were near her bed, giving her the peace of mind to doze off. But sleep only led to nightmares.

The desire to neatly label and group all aspects of our environment is just human nature.  People are good or bad; pretty, homely or plain; fat, fit or average; or smart, dull or normal.

In the aftermath of recent tragedies, many of us are asking what we can do to prevent future instances of violence. Most of the discussion has centered around guns, but strengthening America's mental health system is just as important.

In 2009, Regional Mental Health Center was formed from the consolidation of Southlake Center for Mental Health and Tri-City Community Mental Health Center. Since then, it has developed over a dozen locations in Lake County, Ind.

With national elections over, our country faces many challenges and many possible paths forward; join the fight for smart, efficient, cost-effective legislation for mental health care services throughout our nation so all Americans have the opportunity to contribute to their society.

All around us in Northwest Indiana, people are in recovery from mental illness and substance abuse disorders. These individuals contribute to our businesses, connect with their families and give back to the community.