Healing Heroes at Magnus Veterans Foundation: Whole-Person Care and the Fight Against Veteran Suicide

In this powerful episode of Veterans of the North, host Trent Dilks explores the critical issue of veteran suicide prevention from the Magnus Veterans Wellness Campus in Dayton, Minnesota. Joined by Dr. Sean Alderman, founder and medical director of the Magnus Veterans Foundation—and a veteran of 31 years in the U.S. Army, including Special Forces—Trent delves into the origins of the foundation, inspired by Dr. Alderman's experiences implementing holistic care programs during the Global War on Terrorism. Discover how the Magnus Veterans Foundation's model addresses mind, body, heart, and spirit through community support, family involvement, and innovative therapies, all provided free to veterans and their families.

Hear a raw, inspiring story from Chris LaMotte, a Desert Storm veteran who battled addiction, trauma, and suicidal thoughts before finding hope at Magnus Veterans Foundation, where he now helps others as a staff member. The conversation highlights the importance of breaking isolation, recognizing crisis signs, and building networks to support veterans beyond traditional systems like the VA.

Tune in for insights on overcoming skepticism, fostering resilience, and actionable ways to get involved—whether by joining as a member, volunteering, or donating via magnusveteransfoundation.org. This episode is a call to action: together, we can change lives and reduce veteran suicide through connection and comprehensive care.