Where to Get Help
For immediate or emergency assistance, please call: The National Veterans’ Foundation at 1-888-777-4443 or the VA Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-TALK (800-273-8255). Both hotlines are free and confidential.
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The Department of Veterans Affairs
Find out about health and education benefits, employment assistance, home loans, life insurance, pensions, and memorial services for veterans. Plus special information for minorities and women in the military, and services for homeless and disabled vets.
web: www.va.gov
VA benefits: 800-827-1000
Education: 888-442-4551
Health Care: 877-222-8387
Assisted Living Resources
The Assisted Living Research Institute is an industry-leading research organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults by compiling comprehensive research, the latest studies, and real-world insight from experts, caregivers, and seniors into easy-to-understand, actionable guides and resources. Their research has been featured on the Parkinson’s Foundation, US Department of Health and Human Services Health Finder, Global Healthspan Policy Institute, and is referenced by many governmental agencies and organizations across the web.
Assisted Living Benefits for Veterans
Veteran Benefits You Might Not Know About
Free Medical Alert Systems for Veterans
Need Help Finding a Job?
Our friends at Intelligent.com have written an excellent guide on vocational schools and apprenticeship programs aimed directly at veterans. As the demand for skilled labor and apprenticeships continues to rise due to the shortage of qualified trade workers, vocational education and apprenticeship programs are emerging as exceptional options for veterans transitioning into civilian careers.
Their detailed guide aims to support veterans by offering insights into the benefits of non-traditional post-secondary education and shedding light on critical aspects of vocational and apprenticeship programs, such as eligibility, costs, and adapting to the civilian workforce.
Vocational Schools & Apprenticeship Programs For Veterans
Substance Abuse Resources
Research shows that military veterans are at a higher risk than civilians of developing addictions and severe mental health issues such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), so much so that 1.3 million veterans reported battling substance abuse in 2019 alone. Addiction Help is committed to helping save innocent veterans’ lives from drug overdose and suicide.
Asbestos Exposure and Recovery
Did you know that veterans make up almost 1/3 of mesothelioma cancer cases due to the military’s high adoption rate of asbestos-containing materials? If you or someone you know served in the military, please check out this guide on asbestos exposure from our friends over at the Lanier Law Firm.