Presenter: Michael Bernard,US Navy Veteran and Founder of Brandon House
Topic: Long-Term Recovery for Veterans with Substance Use Disorders
It’s no secret that US Veterans are commonly afflicted with addictions. Michael Bernard and FAVOR Upstate believe it’s important to serve Vets facing this issue and to carry the message of Recovery to them as best we can. Michael’s presentation will focus on serving Veterans with SUD and how we can help them build a recovery foundation with lifestyle changes that foster long-term recovery.
Bio: Michael Bernard is a veteran of the US Navy, having served and enlisted from 1989-1995. Following separation from the Navy, he completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering and has worked as a senior engineer in power generation for the past 24 years. His passion to serve veterans evolved from his own recovery experience and traumas he’s worked through. That has inspired him to become involved in addiction recovery awareness and treatment. Michael founded Brandon House Greenville, a Recovery Residence for Veterans with SUD.