Veterans who struggle with substance abuse disorders will have a new treatment option in south-central Kansas.
The Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center is building a residential rehabilitation facility on its Wichita campus.
When it opens next year, veterans will no longer have to drive to Topeka, Leavenworth or Kansas City for inpatient VA care.
Dr. John Chelf, associate chief of staff for behavioral health, says the unlocked facility fills the gap between outpatient counseling and locked inpatient treatment.