The following are some helpful links offering support, help and resources for families, veterans and all those with PTSD.
VETERANS:
CRISIS HELP for US veterans and their loved ones:
Dial 988 Then press 1.
Or call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1, or chat online, or send a text message to 838255 to receive confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Samaritans HELP
Crisis HELP Outside the U.S.:
Urgent help for veterans GOV.UK
Help for UK Veterans
www.22untilnone.org/resources
Befrienders Worldwide
Additional Support:
Warrior 180 Veteran suicide intervention and prevention www.warrior180.org/
24/7 HOTLINE: 270-925-9873
Combat Trauma Support Line 1-877-717- ptsd (7873)
22 Until None Crisis Line 1-866-254-9961
National Center for PTSD www.ptsd.va.gov
Explore Some PTSD Treatment Options PTSD/public/treatment/therapy-med/index.asp
PTSD Treatments Decision Aid www.ptsd.va.gov/apps/decisionaid/
PTSD Coach Mobile App PTSDCoach.asp
PTSD Projects www.PTSDprojects.com
Mighty Oaks Warrior Program www.mightyoaksprograms.org
Reboot Combat Recovery rebootrecovery.com
Coaching for Returning Vets and Families www.mirecc.va.gov/coaching
Combat Veteran Support: Call 1-877-WAR-VETS
Stop Soldier Suicide www.stopsoldiersuicide.org
Resources for Returning Veterans (OR and WA)
www.returningveterans.org/resources
Women Veterans Online Chat Women-Veterans-to-Chat-Online
Red Cross Resource/Referral Guide for Military and Veterans’ Families www.redcross.org/find-help/military-families/information-referral-services
PTSD Help in Australia http://www.vvcs.gov.au/index.htm
Gold Heart’s Veterans’ Advocates www.facebook.com/goldhearts
MilitaryOneSource www.militaryonesource.mil
wwpeermentor@Gmail.com (e-mail requests for specific help)
DAV Offices www.disabledvetsresources.com
Operation Heal Our Patriots www.samaritanspurse.org
Operation We Are Here www.operationwearehere.com
VA Benefits for Veterans and Families www.VA.gov/explore
CruMilitary www.crumilitary.org 1-800.444.6006
Find a VA Facility: www.va.gov/directory/guide
VA Vet Centers www2.va.gov/directory/guide/vetcenter_flsh.asp
Peer Support for Veterans www.ptsd.va.gov/public/treatment/cope/peer_support_groups
22 Until None Most Requested Resources
Military.com www.Military.com
Military Support Network www.militarymissionsnetwork.com
Military Support for People of Faith www.militaryfaith.com
Pointman International www.pmim.org
HOTLINE: 1-800-877-VETS (8387) dana@pmim.org
Pointman Homefront Groups for Family/Spouse Support
Courage Beyond couragebeyond.org
Crisis Line 1-866-781-8010
Veterans For Change Weblinks www.veterans-for-change.org/weblinks
Wellness 4 Warriors www.wellness4warriors.org
Hope for the Warriors www.hopeforthewarriors.org/
College Guide for Veterans and Service Members college-guide-for-veterans-and-servicemembers/
Make the Connection: Resource Locator
PTSD Foundation Peer Support (Southern CA)
US Vet Connect: National Veterans Outdoors Resource Hub
LOVED ONES/ CAREGIVERS:
Project Sanctuary (Families and Couples) https://projectsanctuary.us
Couples Coach Mobile App https://www.ptsd.va.gov/appvid/mobile/couplescoach_app.asp
Hidden Heroes – Caregiver Support
www.elizabethdolefoundation.org/hidden-heroes-caregivers-veterans/
PTSD Projects www.PTSDProjects.com
VA Caregivers Program www.caregiver.va.gov
VA Caregiver Resource Directory Warriorcare Caregiver Directory
Family/Caregiver Support Resources www.nationalresourcedirectory.gov/resource/
MilVet Peer Support for Caregivers milvetcaregivernetwork.org
NAMI Homefront Family Support www.nami.org/Find-Support/-Homefront
Hearts of Valor www.heartsofvalor.org
Veterans and Families www.veteransandfamilies.org
Operation Family Caregiver www.operationfamilycaregiver.org
PTSD Family Coach PTSD FAMILY COACH
Make the Connection: Family and Friends
MISCELLANEOUS RESOURCES:
Mental Health Resources resources-when-you-can-not-afford-therapy
Purple Heart Foundation www.purpleheartfoundation.org/
2 My Hero Military/Veteran Greeting Cards www.2myhero.co
Substance Abuse treatment Center transformationstreatment.center
Help for Disasters and Sudden Trauma
www.ptsd.va.gov/public/types/disasters/survivors_disaster.asp
Anxiety and Depression Association Support www.adaa.org
Resources for Canadian Veterans https://www.22untilnone.org/resources
Welby O’Brien’s Personal Website for Divorce, PTSD, and Grief www.welbyo.com
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PTSD SERVICE DOG Info:
Before You Get a PTSD Service Dog
How to Choose Your Service Dog
Service Dogs for Disabled Vets
COUPLES’ RETREATS:
VA Warrior to Soul Mate Retreats
Family Life: Weekend to Remember (scholarships for military couples)
PTSD RESOURCES for CHILDREN and TEENS:
operationwearehere.com/ChildrenBooksWoundedWarriors.html
Bridges to Healing for Children and Teens
FOR THOSE with CHILDREN or GRANDCHILDREN:
https://thislifethismoment.com/answering-tough-questions-explaining-ptsd-to-a-child/
COUNSELING for FAMILY MEMBERS:
CHAMPVA (VA insurance for spouses of 100% disabled veterans)
www.couragebeyond.org (For Veterans)
Crisis Line 1-866-781-8010
Got HARD QUESTIONS such as, “Why Did We Come Back Alive? Just luck?” Here is one veteran’s take on his own experience.
Veteran’s Luck? A Short Inspirational Video for Veterans
ENTITLED? A Personal Reflection on Life
NEED TO TALK with SOMEONE?
Do you need encouragement or prayer from someone who “gets it?” Chaplain Rich, a Fleet Marine Force Hospital Corpsman overcoming PTSD, and his veteran wife, Karen, are available
by email at StraitMinistries@GMail.com
PTSD BASICS
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FAITH BASED SUPPORT:
Operation Heal Our Patriots www.samaritanspurse.org
Bridges to Healing Series
Operation Restored Warrior www.operationrestoredwarrior.org
CruMilitary www.crumilitary.org 1-800.444.6006
Military Support Network www.militarymissionsnetwork.com
Military Believer Help Desk www.militarybeliever.com/helpdesk
Military Support for People of Faith www.militaryfaith.com
Pointman International www.pmim.org
HOTLINE: 1-800-877-VETS (8387) dana@pmim.org
Pointman Homefront Groups for Family/Spouse Support
Restoring The Warrior’s Heart Couples Retreats www.restoringthewarriorsheart.com
PTSD Foundation of America (and Camp Hope) http://ptsdusa.org
Renewal Christian Care In-Patient PTSD Treatment
Mighty Oaks Warrior Program www.mightyoaksprograms.org
Reboot Alliance rebootalliance.com/
Veterans for Christ www.veteransforchrist.net/
Healing Resources for those with PTSD
10 Things People with PTSD Need from Ministry Leaders and Church People
ENTITLED? A Personal Reflection on Life
Welby O’Brien’s Personal Website for Divorce, PTSD, and Grief www.welbyo.com
Chaplain Richard and Karen Strait Ministries
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PEER SUPPORT GROUPS for FAMILY and FRIENDS:
For information on current peer support groups for loved ones, see our Support Network page.
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RESOURCES for GOLD STAR FAMILIES:
www.operationwearehere.com/FallenWarriors.html
www.facebook.com/UntilEveryTroopComesHome/
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE:
military-financial-assistance-guide.html
College Scholarships for Veterans
Military and Veteran Financial Support and Resource Center
Veterans and Military Home Buying Resources
1-877-4-AID-VET Emergency Housing Line
VA Programs for Homeless Veterans
SUPPORT for LOVED ONES of SUICIDE VICTIMS:
PTSD Projects Grief Support Group www.facebook.com/groups/189991498424246/
22 Too Many www.facebook.com/22TooMany
Alliance of Hope 847-868-3313 www.allianceofhope.org
SOLOS www.facebook.com/SolosSurvivorsOfLovedOnesToSuicide
Survivors of Suicide www.survivorsofsuicide.com
TAPS 1-800-959-TAPS (8277) www.taps.org
Families of Veterans Suicide www.loveyourveterans.org/resources/veteran-suicide
Comfort for Those of Us Who Grieve
Also, see what you have locally as well, if you have not done so. Some VA and Vet Centers have programs for friends and families impacted by a veteran’s suicide or attempt.
LEGAL HELP:
MISCELLANEOUS ASSISTANCE:
Veteran Service Organizations
DAV www.dav.org
VFW www.vfw.org
American Legion www.legion.org
Also consider seeking assistance from local churches, shelters, food banks and missions.
PTSD RESOURCES for NON-MILITARY TRAUMA:
Support Groups
https://www.facebook.com/PTSDProjects/ (message them or e-mail to: PTSDProjects@gmail.com )
https://online.supportgroups.com/
https://www.meetup.com/topics/ptsd/
Find a Therapist
http://www.goodtherapy.org/learn-about-therapy/issues/ptsd
https://www.therapytribe.com/therapy/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd-treatment/#s=1
http://www.aacc.net/resources/find-a-counselor/
VIDEO for LOVED ONES:
“PTSD & What About Me? 7 Tips for Loved Ones of Those with PTSD” Hope and practical help for the spouses, families, caregivers, S/O’s, and all who may feel utterly alone and overwhelmed in their role as supporters. You’ll laugh and cry, and come away encouraged! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ApBA0HRy3lE&feature=youtu.be
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BOOK for the LOVED ONES:
LOVE OUR VETS: Restoring Hope for Families of Veterans with PTSD
Disclaimer: Love Our Vets PTSD Family Support, LLC does not necessarily endorse all of these resources, but we encourage you to explore the resources available and make the best choice for your unique individual needs. Nor are they necessarily representative of Love Our Vets PTSD Family Support, LLC . We share a common goal and endeavor to encourage those in need. Do not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or any condition without consulting a qualified health or mental health care provider. If you have concerns, contact your health care provider, mental health professional, or your community health center.
