Whiteside County Health Department wants military personnel and their families to know they can turn to the Health Department as a resource if they need help getting through post-traumatic stress, depression or other mental health problems which resulted from serving in combat.

Recent news reports from Washington, D.C. have revealed a problem with returning military personnel being able to find mental health therapists who accept their insurance.

The Whiteside County Health Department is equipped to serve the mental health counseling needs of returning military personnel and their families.

Whiteside County Health Department is grateful for the service of the men and women who work for the military and we are available with a team of qualified professionals to meet their needs.

The Health Department accepts Tricare, the military health insurance program, as well as most other types of insurance.

The Health Department is usually able to schedule an initial counseling appointment within a week.

According to news reports, about one-third of returning soldiers seek out mental health counseling in their first year home.

To schedule an appointment, call Whiteside County Health Department at (815) 626-2230.