Veteran Affairs
The goal of Operation REACH (Relief for Emergency Assistance through Community Help) is to assist veterans who are struggling with substance abuse and/ or co-occurring mental health needs get the help that they need. This initiative will focus on the comprehensive needs of the veteran and delivering services through a holistic approach. Operation REACH will strive to provide intervention support services through a targeted case management model. Veterans and their families will benefit from targeted case management through assistance in coordination with basic necessities. Unlike many programs, characterization of discharge will not serve as eligibility criteria for Operation REACH. Services provided include, but may not be limited too: " Mental Health Treatment Services " Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment Services
Physical Address
425 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg, PA 17202
Hours
Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Voice
Application process
Individuals should call the office to schedule an appointment for services. <font color="#ff0000" target="blank">For those individuals who have a referral for housing services sent via a non-hmis referral process, please note that the Franklin County Veteran Affairs office will call, within (3) business working days, directly to the individual to follow-up the current information and determine if the individual meets the eligibility for services.</font> At that point, an intake appointment is scheduled with the individual.
Fee
Services are provided at no cost.
Eligibility
Individuals must be a veteran who resides in Franklin County and also has either a mental health or substance use issue.
Service area
Franklin, PA
Agency info
Franklin County Government
Franklin County is governed by a board of three county commissioners elected every four years by the citizens who live here. The Board of Commissioners oversees the entire operation of the county and represents the best interests of the citizens. County commissioners also oversee the the core functions of the county government such as fiscal operations, human resources, taxes, voting, emergency services, planning, and information technology. Other officials are also elected to perform certain functions: the Controller, the Treasurer, and the Recorder of Deeds. Under the direction of these officers, the county maintains important legal records such as real estate deeds, licenses and permits, and financial records.