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In 2011, the National Veterans Suicide Prevention Hotline was renamed the Veterans Crisis Line to encourage veterans and their families and friends to make the call. People who know a veteran best may... Details >

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline   

The Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) National Call Center for Homeless Veterans hotline offers homeless Veterans or Veterans at-risk for homelessness with free, 24/7 access to trained counselors. ... Details >

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder that can occur after you have been through a traumatic event. ... Details >

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

In the last decade, the United States has experienced a series of man-made and natural disasters. Large numbers of people in this country have been exposed to potentially traumatic events. This video ... Details >

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

This health and wellness program is designed to provide the tools to help balance the competing demands of work, family and leisure. Take an assessment to get feedback on how you are doing or jump int... Details >

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Find organizations offering amputee and disability related information, including amputee support groups, independent living centers, and state vocational rehabilitation centers.... Details >

American Amputee Foundation, Inc  

This Department of Defense site provides information on the threat of anthrax as a weapon, the disease caused by anthrax, and the anthrax vaccine.... Details >

U.S. Department of Defense

Find out what services are available to women veterans, how to access benefits and services, mental health support, and more.... Details >

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Find free benefit assistance available to veterans and their families with claims for benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), the Department of Defense, and other government agencies.... Details >

Disabled American Veterans  

Also available in: Spanish   

Find organizations that provide financial assistance to individuals unable to afford costs related to prosthetic fitting and durable medical equipment (DME) such as wheelchairs, ramps, and other adapt... Details >

Amputee Coalition of America  

The National Center for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) offers support to veterans and their family members. Resources for other trauma survivors is available as well. ... Details >

National Center for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

Through VA's Caregiver Support Line and Caregiver Support Coordinators, you can find the support you need to provide the Veteran you care for with the best care at home. Call 855-260-3274 to access se... Details >

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Children respond differently to a parent’s deployment depending on their age and maturity level. Negotiate the stages of deployment with tips on helping children cope while Mom or Dad is deployed.... Details >

Defense Centers of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury  

MOVE! is VHA's national weight management program for veterans. MOVE! can help you lose weight, keep it off and improve your health. Contact your nearest VA facility to inquire about their program. ... Details >

National Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention, Veterans Health Administration

This site offers veterans, active duty service members, their dependents and caregivers anywhere, anytime Internet access to VA health care information and services.... Details >

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

This resource for wounded, ill and injured service members, veterans, their families offers information on benefits, employment, health, homeless assistance, housing, transportation, and other service... Details >

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Primary family caregivers of eligible post-9/11 Veterans may apply for a monthly stipend, mental health services and access to health-care insurance if not already entitled to care. ... Details >

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has removed the signature requirement for Veterans who electronically submit VA Form 10-10EZ “Application for Health Benefits.” ... Details >

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Operation Healthy Reunions provides helpful information on such topics as reuniting with your spouse and children, adjusting after war, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). ... Details >

Mental Health America  

The National Amputation Foundation provides peer counseling for individuals facing amputation, hospital and nursing home visits, and a medical equipment give-a-way program. ... Details >

National Amputation Foundation  

Learn about common reactions to trauma, hear real stories of those who have dealt with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and find help for Veterans and the general public.... Details >

National Center for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

This program examines treatment availability and alcohol and drug addiction treatment options available for veterans and their families. The show also addresses current trends and prevalence of substa... Details >

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Part of the military life is moving to new locations every few years or even more frequently. This can be a bit more challenging when there’s a child in the family who has a disability. These are some... Details >

National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities  

You can let a military dad know just how much you miss him. Simply fill out this form and dad will receive an e-mail letting him know that there is a special message waiting for him.... Details >

National Fatherhood Initiative  

Most of the members of the National Amputation Foundation have been living with amputation for the better part of their adult lives. Learn more about their direct experiences, as well as those of rece... Details >

National Amputation Foundation  

Find U.S. Army Medical Department medical centers, community hospitals and health centers that offer health care for soldiers, retired soldiers and the families of both. ... Details >

Office of the Surgeon General of the Army, Department of Defense  

TRICARE is the health care program serving active duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members, retirees, their families, survivors and certain former spouses worldwide. ... Details >

Office of the Secretary of Defense

This document lists Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs) that can be searched alphabetically, regionally, or by state. All of the facilities listed serve active duty members and their families.... Details >

U.S. Department of Defense

Search for a specialized Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) treatment program near you. Contact any VA medical center to find a PTSD specialist who provides treatment for Veterans with PTSD. If yo... Details >

National Center for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

Veterans, their families and persons caring for veterans can use the resource to find facilities that provide care for veterans. ... Details >

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Veterans Benefits Department (VBD) provide free, comprehensive benefits assistance and advocacy to paralyzed veterans, their families, and disabled veterans. These services range from bedside visits t... Details >

Paralyzed Veterans of America  

Learn how the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is using health informatics, disease management and telehealth technologies to provide better access and health care to Veterans.... Details >

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

These educational videos for veterans and the general public can be viewed online. The topics include recovery, treatment, assessment and more. Also included is a video series that is specific to issu... Details >

National Center for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

The Real Warriors Campaign is a multimedia public education campaign designed to increase awareness among service members of the availability of psychological health and traumatic brain injury resourc... Details >

Defense Centers of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury  

Learn how assistance dogs can assist war veterans make a new start after sustaining an injury and provide the help needed to regain independence.... Details >

Canine Companions for Independence, Inc.  

The YMCA offers memberships and respite child care services to eligible military families and personnel to give them extra support during deployment.... Details >

YMCA of the USA