WTOC TV news in Savannah reported on retired navy commander Trevor Hess from the area speaking about his PTSD battle after serving two decades in the navy.

"For me, I hit rock bottom," said Hess . "I couldn't go any further. I didn't sleep. I was depressed. I was anxious. Had suicidal ideations."

"At some point you go, that's not the life I want to live," added Hess.

Hess was diagnosed with PTSD, something he says that many veterans struggle with. He hit rock bottom and then he sought help.

Hess said that many veterans after combat lack purpose in their lives. He found purpose in life by helping others and through an organization called The Fund.

He finds peace with physical activity.

"I'm struggling, and people come to me for support," said Hess. "That's what we do. We help each other out."