About the RESPECT Forum

OUR MISSION
To identify and connect, on a local and national level, organizations and volunteers that support those in uniformed service who run to danger and their veterans in their fight against PTSD and homelessness.

WE BRING PEOPLE TOGETHER
No single organization has all the answers. Many of those trying to help face the additional burden of financial, time and resource constraints. Through our RESPECT Forum, we facilitate and encourage relationship building along with collaboration.

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PTSD can affect anyone

PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) is debilitating and can result in depression, domestic violence, homelessness and even suicide.

Facts about PTSD

• Many who are suffering from PTSD are unaware of what is causing their illness and that treatment is available.
• Coming forward may be difficult for those who suffer, partly because they can’t talk openly about their experiences.
• Sometimes it can take months or even years for PTSD to surface. PTSD can occur despite never having directly experienced trauma and symptoms differ from person to person.
• There are more than 2,250 former soldiers in homeless shelters across Canada and many more suffering from PTSD.