Located just outside of DeLand, Fla., Heroes’ Mile offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient programs for veterans and non-veterans struggling with alcohol or substance abuse and psychological challenges related to their military service. If you’re experiencing problems with addiction, military sexual trauma (MST) or post-traumatic stress (PTS), our rehabilitation facility can help put you on the path to recovery.
You won’t find cold, institutional military barracks here. Instead, our patient-oriented facility offers a warm, inviting, and comfortable environment where veterans and non-veterans, service dogs are always welcome. On our 10 acres of secluded land, you can enjoy numerous recreational and athletic activities that will provide camaraderie, spiritual renewal and the opportunity to challenge yourself or simply partake in nature. Activities such as art therapy, equine therapy, and sports activities can help you work through recovery and into a new, healthy way of living.
Conveniently located near U.S. Route 92, our center also offers transitional living arrangements, an outdoor space with exercise equipment, and a small, peaceful garden and rock fountain who need a quiet moment. Heroes’ Mile provides numerous indoor and outdoor common areas where people can gather, chat, learn, and grow.
At Heroes’ Mile, we provide rehab for people through unique combinations of various therapies. Throughout the course of each day, our patients receive individual counseling with a therapist, addressing:
These treatment programs include clinical groups led by a resident assistant (RA); psychoeducational groups using evidence-based, experiential therapies; and nursing groups that discuss topics related to substance use disorder and invisible wounds of war.
Additionally, our comprehensive programming includes nutritional education, spiritual development, marriage and family counseling, aftercare planning, and more. Our mission is to guide individuals from self-defeating thinking and behaviors to a higher level of emotional, social and moral consciousness. Our compassionate staff goes the extra mile to provide people with an extensive transitional care program that is personalized to ensure a smooth transition back into society.
We understand that the first step is often the hardest part of recovery. When you come to us, we give you all the support you need to move forward and regain control of your life.
Heroes’ Mile is committed to the long-term recovery and sobriety of every individual we serve.
