
- Psychiatric Times Vol 28 No 7
- Volume 28
- Issue 7
Resources for Veterans
The VA provides the largest network of care facilities in the world, specifically aimed at our nation’s veterans. The DoD is another large provider of resources for this cohort. Military One Source offers 24/7 assistance for troops, families, and veterans.
Services provided by the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
The VA provides the largest network of care facilities in the world, specifically aimed at our nation’s veterans. Medical centers and clinics span the country, providing physical and mental health care. Because the VA has been working to train all providers in evidence-based treatments for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), the VA mental health programs are a key resource in finding effective therapy (
Services provided by the US Department of Defense (DoD)
The DoD is another large provider of resources for this cohort. Military One Source offers 24/7 assistance for troops, families, and veterans. The DoD Centers of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury created the Web site afterdeployment.org (
Services provided at the state level
In addition to offerings by the DoD and the VA, states offer a wealth of services at the local level to veterans and families. Each state has its own office of Veterans Affairs that provides additional services and connections to Veteran Service Offices, such as the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Vietnam Veterans of America, Veterans of Modern Warfare, and Disabled American Veterans. These organizations can serve as advocates for veterans and families.
Almost all states support a 2-1-1 information and referral line provided by United Way and the AIRS Corporation to help state residents find local services to meet a wide range of needs. Because community services and members recognize what is needed, many states and regions have created community-based network programs (eg,
Articles in this issue
about 14 years ago
Addressing Postdeployment Needsabout 14 years ago
Returning Veterans With Addictionsabout 14 years ago
Suicide Among Service Membersabout 14 years ago
The Long War Comes Homeabout 14 years ago
Introduction: Serving Those Who Serveabout 14 years ago
Deep Water Testabout 14 years ago
A Response by Daniel Carlatabout 14 years ago
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