ANCHORAGE, Alaska, July 28, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Part of North
Star Behavioral Health, a premier provider of specialty behavioral
health programs in Anchorage, the
Chris Kyle Patriots Hospital was dedicated today. Named in honor of
the late Chris Kyle, Chief Petty
Officer (SEAL) U.S. Navy (1974-2013), also known as the "American
Sniper," the facility has an intensive inpatient treatment program
for United States military service
members and veterans who can benefit from mental health care
services.
The program offered at the Chris Kyle Patriots Hospital supports
active duty military and veterans who have experienced trauma or
may need detoxification or rehabilitation for substance use. The
specialized holistic treatment includes intensive multidisciplinary
care that focuses on enhancing the mind, strengthening the body and
empowering the spirit.
North Star Behavioral Health is one of the largest behavioral
health systems in Alaska.
According to Andrew Mayo, PhD, CEO
and Managing Director of the hospital, "we believe the work we do
is the most important. Our team approach reinforces our staff's
commitment to our work – which makes a difference for the future of
our communities and the people we serve."
Among the dignitaries on hand for the dedication ceremony were
Taya Kyle, wife of Chris Kyle and author of "American Wife: A
Memoir of Love, War, Faith, and Renewal," Lieutenant General
Russell J. Handy, Commander, Alaska
Command; Brigadier General Laurie
Hummel, The Adjutant General, Alaska National Guard,
Commissioner, Alaska Department of Military and Veterans Affairs;
Representative Bob Herron, Chair of
Military and Veteran Affairs Committee, Alaska State Legislature;
Alan B. Miller, Chairman and CEO of
Universal Health Services, Inc.; Debbie
Osteen, UHS Senior Vice President and President of the UHS
Behavioral Health Division.
"I am grateful to UHS for dedicating this hospital in Chris'
honor. The values of UHS clearly reflect Chris' dedication to God,
Country and Family in serving veterans and their families. It is a
beautiful way to continue Chris' legacy of serving those who serve
our country," said Taya Kyle.
The newly dedicated facility and North Star Behavioral Health
are proud of their heritage and home in Alaska. They work as partners with local and
state organizations to provide the mental health services residents
need and deserve.
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), one of the nation's
largest hospital management companies, operates, through its
subsidiaries, acute care and behavioral health facilities and
ambulatory centers nationwide and in Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and the United Kingdom.
Contact:
Andrew Mayo, PhD
CEO/Managing Director
North Star Behavioral Health
907-258-7575
Andrew.Mayo@uhsinc.com
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SOURCE Universal Health Services, Inc.