The Power of Second Chances: Inside Veterans Court with The Honorable John P. Capuzzi Sr.

In this powerful episode, we’re joined by The Honorable John P. Capuzzi Sr., a senior judge in Delaware County, who has spent the past several years helping veterans and others in crisis find their footing again. Judge Capuzzi oversees Veterans Court, Mental Health Court, the Second Chance Court for substance abuse, and a program aimed at reducing gun violence among young offenders.

You’ll learn how the Veterans Court works and focuses on treatment, support, and long-term recovery rather than immediate incarceration. Judge Capuzzi shares what it’s like to sit next to veterans in court, listen to their stories, and connect them with the help they need to turn things around. Tune in as he talks about relapse, recovery, second and third chances, and why he believes no one should be given up on.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

0:00 – Intro

1:19 – Judge Capuzzi’s background 

2:12 – Understanding Veterans Court 

10:40 – Judge Capuzzi’s journey to helping veterans 

13:41 – The power of accepting help

18:23 – Final thoughts and encouragement 

The Honorable John P. Capuzzi Sr.

Learn more about Judge Capuzzi HERE

RESOURCES

Need immediate help? Contact the Veterans Crisis Line via phone, text or online chat. Dial 988 then Press 1 or text 838255 or use the online chat at https://bit.ly/3OunXzg

Voice & Vision: https://bit.ly/3miwFoy

CompeerCORPS: https://bit.ly/3GgKryU

Information on how to apply for VA Healthcare Benefits from anywhere in the USA: https://bit.ly/40PtrrN or call 877-222-8387 (M-F 8am-8pm EST)

To apply for veteran’s benefits and find resources in Pennsylvania veterans need to contact their County Office of Veterans Affairs as listed in this document: https://bit.ly/3m8PBWS

View more about PA’s resources for veterans:  https://bit.ly/416cf0Q

Financial support for Untold Valor is provided by a Veterans’ Trust Fund grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.