BATON ROUGE — Charred walls, broken windows and extensive fire damage now stand where veterans once came for counseling, peer support and help navigating life after military service.
While services have continued at another location, many veterans say losing the familiar space could make it harder for some to seek help.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 16,400 veterans live in East Baton Rouge Parish. The Baton Rouge Vet Center served veterans and their families across 19 parishes, providing free counseling, peer support and other mental health services…