Operation TBI Freedom
Operation TBI Freedom (OTF) is a program of Craig Hospital that provides support for veterans and active duty military personnel with traumatic brain injuries (TBI).
Operation TBI Freedom is located in Colorado Springs but serves the entire state of Colorado. OTF offers long-term nonmedical case management services, including crisis management, medical and mental health referrals, employment/education assistance, limited emergency assistance for severe needs (case-by-case only), and much more. OTF supports many service members from the multiple military installations and military communities throughout the state, including Fort Carson, Peterson AFB, US Air Force Academy, Buckley AFB, and the Colorado National Guard.
Services
- Long-term nonmedical case management
- Crisis management
- Mentoring/peer support
- Limited emergency financial assistance for immediate and urgent needs (case-by-case)
- Employment training and assistance
- Medical and mental health referrals
- Assistance navigating complicated benefit processes (both governmental and nongovernmental)
- Assistive technology resources
Statistics
Eligibility for Operation TBI Freedom
- Served in any branch or component of the military for at least one day on or after September 11, 2001
- Resident of Colorado
- Evidence or history of traumatic brain injury event(s)
- TBI must have occurred after start of military service, whether active, reserve or veteran status
Referrals to Operation TBI Freedom can be made by the individual veteran, a community partner, a clinician, etc.
Contact us
For more information or to apply for our assistance please call or email us.
Operation TBI Freedom - A Program of Craig Hospital
Toll-Free: 855-355-6824
Email: OTF@craighospital.org
Facebook: facebook.com/OperationTBIFreedom
Each veteran is assigned a military support specialist (MSS) who is a veteran and a Certified Brain Injury Specialist. The MSS begins with a comprehensive analysis of the veteran's needs and concerns, including the needs and concerns of his/her family and caregivers. It is the responsibility of the MSS to use all resources – the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), governmental programs and private sector programs/providers – as efficiently as possible, ensuring no duplication of effort.
Operation TBI Freedom analyzes complex VA benefits, identifies potential benefit enhancements and assists the veteran in maximizing his/her access to healthcare and other valuable resources.
Operation TBI Freedom Team Members
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Steve Smith Military Programs Coordinator
Operation TBI Freedom
U.S. Army, 25 years
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Glen Cooper Veteran Mentor
Operation TBI Freedom
U.S. Army, 25 years
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Alfredo Garcia Military Support Specialist
U.S. Army, 10 years
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Nikki Gibson Administrative Specialist
Operation TBI Freedom
U.S. Army, 8 years
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Ruby Gordils Military Support Specialist
Operation TBI Freedom
U.S. Army, 12 years
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Jesus Guerra Military Support Specialist
U.S. Army, 23 Years
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Frederick Hinton Eligibility Specialist
Operation TBI Freedom
U.S. Army, 21 Years
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John Lenz Military Support Specialist
Operation TBI Freedom
U.S. Air Force, 20 Years
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Tim Patrick Military Support Specialist
Operation TBI Freedom
U.S. Army, 23 Years
