Centre of Clinical Excellence VFRH

Veterans and first responders can regain clarity, confidence, and control with the ACE for PTSD Program — a 12-week virtual journey that delivers proven strategies to help you:
🔹Sharpen your focus & memory
🔹Speed up cognitive processing
🔹Strengthen emotional resilience
🔹Improve decision-making in daily life

The first 8 weeks offer education & practical tools, while the final 4 weeks feature group counselling to solidify your progress.

Sign up now!

www.vfrh.ca/ace-for-ptsd

Attention Women First Responders!

We’re creating VitalShift: A Wellness Program for Women First Responders — designed to support your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

From navigating hormonal changes to managing stress and building resilience, this program is built by women, for women in service.

But we need your voice to make it truly effective!

Please take a few minutes to complete our short survey and help shape a program that meets your real-world needs.

🔗 Survey link: https://tr.ee/0ZkQ5D

Know another woman First Responder who should weigh in? Tag or share this post with her — let’s make sure every woman who serves gets the support she deserves.

Don't let the fear of the unknown stop you from receiving the care you deserve. Our VAC Disability Assessments will help you understand the necessary documentation and connect you with the right clinician for your assessment.

If you're not sure where to begin—or feeling stuck in the middle, just know you don’t have to figure it out alone. We’re here to help.

Here’s how to start your Disability Assessment with CCE-VFRH:
1️⃣ Visit our website and complete the Contact Us form
🔗 https://vfrh.ca/disability-medical-assessments/
2️⃣ Our Health Concierge will review your information
3️⃣ They’ll connect with you for a quick call to walk you through the next steps

We’ll help you understand what documentation you need and connect you with the right clinician for your assessment.

👉 No more guesswork. No more going it alone. Let us guide you through the process.
Visit https://vfrh.ca/disability-medical-assessments to learn more

The Centre of Clinical Excellence offers Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (dTMS) for Veterans and first responders to promote brain neuroplasticity and neuronal regeneration.

This innovative therapy shows significant promise in treating PTSD, depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges.

Approved by the FDA and Health Canada, this innovative technology uses magnetic fields to activate neural networks in the brain to improve symptoms of mental health conditions, including:

• Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
• Anxiety
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Many patients experience a 50-60% decrease in symptoms and have minimal to no downtime post-treatment, allowing them to continue their daily lives.

For more info, visit www.vfrh.ca/tms

Join our Health Coach, Byranna Chunyk, as we celebrate Thanksgiving with health tips on making your weekend healthier and happier.

Our Virtual Health and Wellness Webinar takes place TONIGHT at 6 PM PT.

Learn how to enjoy the holiday without the guilt with a few simple choices.

Gratitude and balance go hand in hand — here’s to a happy, healthy Thanksgiving!

Visit https://tr.ee/Ri1B3y to sign up!

Join our Health Coach, Byranna Chunyk, as we celebrate Thanksgiving with some health tips on making your weekend healthier and happier.

Our Virtual Health and Wellness Webinar takes place on Wednesday, Oct. 8, at 6 PM PT.

Learn how to enjoy the holiday without the guilt with a few simple choices.

Gratitude and balance go hand in hand — here’s to a happy, healthy Thanksgiving!

Visit https://tr.ee/Ri1B3y to sign up!

Your healthcare should be tailored to meet your needs.

At the Centre of Clinical Excellence, our Care Planning Calls provide Veterans and first responders a trusted space to discuss their health concerns and goals, receiving personalized guidance from our experienced Clinic Coordinator.

These one-on-one caThese one-on-one ca help you:
🔹Explore personalized care and service options
🔹Maximize your health benefits
🔹Enroll with ease and confidence

Take the first step today toward a healthier, more supported future.
Get started at http://vfrh.ca/contact

Our Brain Fog Program is built for Veterans and First Responders who want their clarity back.

Knowing what to look for can make treatment easier to tackle.

Brain fog can show up as:
⚠️ Trouble concentrating
⚠️ Memory lapses
⚠️ Mental fatigue
⚠️ Slowed thinking

It’s common — especially after long periods of stress or trauma — and it’s treatable.

Register this Fall: https://vfrh.ca/brain-fog/

ADHD is more than being distracted.

In adults, it can look like:
⚠️ Emotional reactivity
⚠️ Decision fatigue
⚠️ Impulsive spending
⚠️ Struggling with routines
⚠️ “All or nothing” thinking

If this sounds familiar, we have a program that can help.

Our ACE for ADHD program was created for Veterans and First Responders who’ve lived with undiagnosed or unsupported ADHD for too long.

You’re not alone—and it’s not too late.

Our Fall waitlists are open.

Visit https://vfrh.ca/ace-for-adhd

Stronger teams start with shared support and knowledge.

At the Centre of Clinical Excellence, Dr. Lindsay Goulet, our Director of Programming & Education, leads engaging wellness sessions that help teams connect, learn, and thrive. Whether virtual or in-person, these sessions are designed to boost workplace well-being and build a more resilient, inclusive environment.

With more than 30 years of experience in health and fitness, Dr. Goulet tailors each session to meet your team’s unique needs.

What we offer:
✅ Interactive virtual or in-person sessions
✅ One-time workshops or full series
✅ Custom topics to match your goals

Popular topics include:
• Exercise for Mental Health
• Sleep for Shift Workers
• Chronic Stress & the Nervous System
…and much more!

To invest in your team’s wellness, contact us at [email protected] or visit www.vfrh.ca to learn more.

For Veterans, first responders, and those affected by trauma: peer support isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about being seen, heard, and understood. It helps break isolation, builds resilience, and makes recovery feel possible.

In our latest blog post, we explain why Peer Support Matters and how it helps heal and shape our communities.

From the science behind the connections we make, to how to access peer support and develop a better understanding of building bridges between surviving and thriving.

https://vfrh.ca/whypeersupportmatters

We’ll help you understand the necessary documentation and connect you with the right clinician for your assessment.

If you're not sure where to begin—or feeling stuck in the middle, just know you don’t have to figure it out alone. We’re here to help.

Here’s how to start your Disability Assessment with CCE-VFRH:

1️⃣ Visit our website and complete the Contact Us form
🔗 https://vfrh.ca/disability-medical-assessments/

2️⃣ Our Health Concierge, Alexa, will review your information

3️⃣ She’ll connect with you for a quick call to walk you through the next steps

We’ll help you understand what documentation you need and connect you with the right clinician for your assessment.

👉 No more guesswork. No more going it alone. Let us guide you through the process.

Visit https://vfrh.ca/disability-medical-assessments to learn more