and Eric Brew engage in an in-depth conversation with Army veteran and

dedicated mental health advocate Manny Vera. Manny shares his inspiring

journey from serving as a Military Police officer to transitioning into

law enforcement and ultimately finding his calling as a military peer

recovery specialist at Here Tomorrow, a nonprofit based in Neptune

Beach, Florida.
Manny bravely opens up about his personal battles

with mental health, including experiences with depression and substance

misuse, and sheds light on the stigma surrounding mental health in the

military community. He discusses the challenges veterans face when

seeking help, the fear of jeopardizing their careers, and the

often-overlooked obstacles in the military-to-civilian transition

process, such as inadequate resume training and job search guidance.
Here

Tomorrow stands as a beacon of hope for veterans and first responders

by offering free, non-clinical peer support and access to therapy. Manny

explains how peer support plays a critical role in creating a safe,

understanding space for individuals in need. The organization provides

various specialized support groups, including general mental health,

LGBTQ+ support, veteran and first responder groups, and even music

therapy sessions designed to foster healing and community connection.
Looking

ahead, Here Tomorrow is ambitiously expanding its services to include a

teen support program aimed at addressing mental health struggles in

younger populations. Manny emphasizes the importance of community

involvement, donations, and partnerships with local veteran

organizations to help sustain and grow these essential services. He

passionately encourages listeners to take proactive steps to support

mental health initiatives and to share Here Tomorrow's mission with

those who may need it most.
Action Items:
- Reach out to local

veteran organizations like the American Legion to spread awareness

about Here Tomorrow’s life-changing services.
- Donate to Here Tomorrow to help expand their mental health programs and sustain their impactful work.
- Follow Here Tomorrow on Instagram and other social media platforms for updates, resources, and opportunities to get involved.
Learn more about Here Tomorrow: https://heretomorrow.org/
If

you or someone you know is struggling, please don’t hesitate to reach

out. You are not alone. There is hope, and help is here.
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