Don,

I've been busy and just saw this thread. There is no excuse for this kind of "treatment".
As others have said, you need an advocate. I would start with these guys:

http://veterans.house.gov/


Then perhaps, follow up with a call to the local TV station. They love stories like this. You're best bet would be too get a transfer to another facility, though. This place doesn't sound like it's ever going to change. In the meantime, remember the Irish motto: Never Give Up"!

Praying for ya, man.


Regards,


Bob