Everything is not always fine…

Transitioning from the military back into civilian life can be stressful and awaken anxieties and other issues. Even if you transitioned years ago, these things have a way of resurfacing during times of high stress. Acknowledging, searching, and finding resources to help can also be a challenge.

Here are some excellent resources designed to support veterans who are struggling with PTSD:

1. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

• Veterans Crisis Line: Free, confidential support 24/7 for veterans in crisis.

• Phone: 988 (then press 1)

• Text: 838255

• Chat: Veterans Crisis Line Website

• VA PTSD Program Locator: Helps veterans find local VA PTSD treatment programs.

• Website: VA PTSD Program Locator

• PTSD Treatment Options: Includes evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

2. National Center for PTSD

• Offers a wealth of #resources for veterans, their families, and clinicians.

• Website: National Center for PTSD

• PTSD Coach App: A mobile app to help manage symptoms, track progress, and connect with support.

• Available on iOS and Android.

3. Nonprofit Organizations

• Wounded Warrior Project (WWP): Provides mental health programs, peer support, and professional counseling for veterans with PTSD.

• Website: Wounded Warrior Project

• Give an Hour: Free mental health services for veterans, including therapy sessions with licensed professionals.

• Website: Give an Hour

• Home Base Program: A partnership between the Red Sox Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital offering clinical care and support for veterans and their families.

• Website: Home Base Program

4. Peer Support and Community Groups

• Vet Centers: Run by the VA, these centers provide counseling and support for combat veterans and their families.

• Website: Vet Centers

• Team Rubicon: Engages veterans in volunteer disaster relief work, which can provide purpose and community.

• Website: Team Rubicon

5. Online Resources and Helplines

• Military OneSource: Offers confidential counseling and resources for veterans and their families.

• Website: Military OneSource

• Phone: 1-800-342-9647

• Cohen Veterans Network: Provides free or low-cost mental health care to veterans and their families.

• Website: Cohen Veterans Network

6. Recreational Therapy Programs

• Operation Song: Helps veterans express their experiences and emotions through songwriting.

• Website: Operation Song

• Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing: Combines therapeutic outdoor activities with community support.

• Website: Project Healing Waters

7. Hotlines and Immediate Help

• SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline: A 24/7 helpline for crisis support and connection to resources.

• Phone: 1-800-985-5990

• Text: “TalkWithUs” to 66746

In addition to these resources, there are also the Big 4 Veteran organizations Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), The American Legion, AMVETS American Veterans, and DAV (Disabled American Veterans) that can assist with getting a veteran in touch with the right contact.

Encouraging veterans to seek professional help, connect with peers, and access these resources can make a significant difference in managing PTSD, Anxiety, etc...improving quality of life.

There are of course many other entities. If you know of other resources, plug them in the comments below 👇🏼

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