Healing Without Barriers
Operation R.J.S.
Providing free, confidential telehealth counseling and support services for veterans.
Supporting Veterans Every Step of the Way
Operation R.J.S. is a non-profit organization founded in honor of Richard James Stamos, dedicated to providing care, connection, and hope to veterans through free telehealth counseling and support services. Our mission is to ensure that no veteran feels alone in their journey towards healing and recovery. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where veterans can find solace and understanding. Through our commitment to removing barriers to care, we aim to empower veterans to thrive beyond their military service.
🇺🇸 Our Mission 🇺🇸
Founded in honor of Richard James Stamos, Operation R.J.S. is a promise to our nation’s heroes: you are not forgotten. We walk beside every veteran, offering care, connection, and hope—helping them heal, rebuild, and find strength beyond the uniform.
A Promise of Hope and Healing for Our Heroes
Our Services
We offer a comprehensive range of tailored support programs designed to meet the unique needs of veterans. Our services are crafted to provide holistic care, fostering healing, resilience, and community connection. Each program is delivered with the utmost dedication to ensuring that veterans receive the support they deserve. Through our commitment to excellence and compassion, we aim to empower veterans on their journey towards well-being and a brighter future.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one virtual sessions with licensed Texas Clinical Professionals.
Covers the same core topics as group therapy, including:
- Post-traumatic stress (PTSD)
- Trauma recovery
- Emotional regulation
- Substance use recovery
- Reintegration into civilian life
Personalized to each veteran’s needs while providing a private, supportive space.
Group Therapy
One-hour virtual group sessions designed to foster connection and shared healing.
Topics include but not limited to:
- PTSD and trauma support
- Coping with emotional stressors
- Recovery and resilience in substance use
- Strengthening life after service
- Certified Veteran Peer Support
Builds community and ensures veterans know they are not alone.
Marriage & Family Counseling
Virtual sessions to strengthen family bonds and relationships impacted by military service. Helps improve communication, rebuild trust, and foster resilience within families.
Veteran Peer Support
Led by veterans who understand the journey firsthand. A safe and judgment-free space to share experiences, gain encouragement, and build lasting connections.
Food Assistance
We believe no veteran or their family should go hungry. Operation R.J.S. provides holiday meal boxes, emergency food support, and access to year-round food resources to ensure stability and dignity. Veterans facing hardship will always have access to nutritious meals and a helping hand from Operation R.J.S.
Home Repair Support
Safe and stable housing is the foundation of recovery and well-being. We offer essential home repairs, safety modifications, and accessibility improvements to help veterans maintain independence and security in their homes. From fixing critical issues like roofing and plumbing to installing ramps or grab bars, we make sure veterans live in environments that support their health and stability.
Community & Connection
Healing happens when veterans know they are not alone. Our program fosters peer-to-peer networks, community events, and ongoing outreach that create a strong sense of belonging. Whether through support groups, veteran gatherings, or volunteer opportunities, we ensure every veteran is seen, valued, and connected to a community that understands their journey.
Who We Are
Tanya Stamos, MBA
Founder & President
Military Service: Our founder is a United States Navy veteran who served overseas in war, bringing firsthand understanding of the challenges veterans face — from combat stress to reintegration into civilian life. This lived experience creates an unbreakable bond of trust and authenticity with the veterans we serve.
Healthcare Leadership: With a Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration and a Master of Business Administration (MBA), Tanya Stamos brings years of leadership in healthcare operations, compliance, and risk management. She has overseen complex programs in both government and private healthcare systems, ensuring quality of care, accessibility, and regulatory compliance.
Veteran Advocacy: Drawing from a career dedicated to improving healthcare systems, she now applies those skills to veterans’ mental health and wellness — creating programs that are not only compassionate but also structured, sustainable, and impactful.
This unique combination of military service, healthcare expertise, and personal dedication allows Operation R.J.S. to provide veterans with services that are both empathetic and professionally sound.
Kimberly Marshall
Board Member
Kimberly Marshall is a proud U.S. Air Force Veteran with deep family roots in military service—her father, uncle, and grandfather all served in the Air Force, and her grandfather also served in the Navy. With more than a decade of experience in Human Resource Management, she brings strong leadership and organizational expertise to Operation R.J.S.
Her connection to this mission is also profoundly personal. Having witnessed the impact of substance abuse, alcoholism, and mental illness within her own family—including her children’s father, a Marine Corps Veteran—she has seen firsthand the struggles many Veterans face after leaving the service, especially when mental health needs go unrecognized.
Driven by both her professional background and personal journey, Kimberly Marshall is committed to ensuring that Veterans receive the resources, care, and support they need and deserve. For her, serving on the board of Operation R.J.S. is a way to stand beside her brothers and sisters in arms and honor the sacrifices of those who have served.
William J. Stamos
Board Member
William Stamos is a Construction Management professional with more than 15 years of experience overseeing large-scale solar power projects across the United States. His background in leading teams and navigating complex operations brings valuable expertise to the board. Beyond his professional achievements, his commitment to Operation R.J.S. is deeply personal, as he honors the legacy of his father, Richard James Stamos, a Vietnam combat veteran. Through his service on the board, he is dedicated to supporting the Veteran community with dignity, respect, and opportunity.
Natalie E. Latteri, PhD
Board Member
With over a decade of experience in higher education and nonprofit grant writing, Dr. Latteri has seen firsthand the challenges many veteran students face—balancing school while living with the invisible wounds of service, such as PTSD. For her, working with Operation R.J.S. is more than a professional commitment; it’s deeply personal.
Her family’s legacy of service, especially her grandfather’s, continues to inspire her. As a colonel stationed in Italy during World War II, he not only led his troops through the hardships of war but also counseled them with compassion. After returning home, he devoted his career as a psychiatrist to supporting fellow veterans. His dedication to service in every form left a lasting impact, and it motivates Dr. Latteri to carry forward that same spirit of care and respect for those who have sacrificed so much.
Strength in Unity: Veterans Supporting Veterans
What Sets Us Apart
Operation R.J.S. is a lifeline for veterans—veteran-founded, veteran-led, and built in honor of those who served. What sets us apart is simple yet powerful: every program we offer is completely free, requires no insurance, and veterans do not need a VA disability rating or a diagnosis to receive help. We remove the barriers that too often stand in the way of care, providing not just counseling, but trust, dignity, and belonging. From free telehealth therapy and peer-led groups to food assistance, home repair, and community connection, we take a holistic approach that meets veterans where they are and walks beside them every step of the way. At Operation R.J.S., we don’t just help veterans survive—we empower them to heal, rebuild, and thrive with strength beyond the uniform.
Every program we offer is completely free, requires no insurance, and does not require a VA disability rating. Veterans do not need to navigate government systems, wait for approvals, or meet eligibility restrictions—they can simply reach out and receive support. This eliminates red tape and stigma, ensuring every veteran has access to the care they deserve. Our model allows them to seek counseling without a diagnosis, and our peer-led groups ensure they are surrounded by others who truly understand their struggles.
Richard James Stamos, 1948-2023
What makes us truly unique is that Operation R.J.S. is veteran-founded and veteran-led. Built in honor of a Vietnam combat veteran and VFW post commander and guided by the lived experience of those who have served, our programs are not just services—they are acts of solidarity. Veterans can trust that the support they receive comes from people who share their values, their struggles, and their resilience By addressing both emotional health and basic needs, we provide stability on every level—mental, physical, and practical. Rooted in Texas but serving nationwide, we ensure no veteran stands alone. At Operation R.J.S., we don’t just help veterans survive—we empower them to rebuild, thrive, and find strength beyond the uniform.
Healing Community
Foster connections and peer-to-peer support.
Comprehensive Support
From individual therapy to food assistance and home repairs.
Legacy of Service
Founded in honor of Richard James Stamos, a Vietnam combat veteran.
Let’s Connect
Reach out to Operation R.J.S. today to access our services and start your journey towards healing and support.
Phone: (832) 220-7865
Email: admin@operationrjs.org