Veteran Support
Resources for Veterans who want to seek higher education or career training.
"Educational challenges can create stress that shows up in many ways. Things like not knowing how to apply your military skills, adjusting to college culture, and affording college can all stem from going back to school or getting additional job training. Here are resources for Veterans who are experiencing education challenges. "
www.va.gov/REACH/challenge/educational-challenges/
How to transition to a post-military career
The challenge is daunting sometimes. This is a good read about the Veterans' Employment and Training Service (VETS). Learn about tools to use for matching jobs to military experience, locate resources for injured or disabled verterans, etc.
Also click here to visit a website full of Veterans' Programs for employment and civilian transition.
Feelings of Depression
"Feelings of depression can impact your life in many ways. Things like feeling exhausted or down, a change in your eating or sleeping habits, trouble concentrating, or having a hard time dealing with stress can all stem from feeling depressed.
Here are resources for Veterans experiencing feelings of depression."
www.va.gov/REACH/challenge/feelings-of-depression/
Click this link for a complete list of resources available from VA.Gov
Life Transitions
"Leaving military service can create stress that shows up in different ways. Things like avoiding people, getting angry easily, feeling overwhelmed and finding constant distractions, such as games or the internet.
Here are resources for Veterans going through life transitions."
www.va.gov/REACH/challenge/life-transitions/
Relationship Challenges
"Relationship challenges can create stress that shows up in many ways. Things like struggling with relationships, feeling like life is out of control, or parenting after military service can stem from relationship problems.
Here are resources for Veterans to work on relationship challenges."
Including resources for partners of Veterans with PTSD
www.va.gov/REACH/challenge/relationship-challenges/
Substance Use Challenges
"Substance use challenges can impact your life in many ways. Things like feeling like a burden, racking up legal & financial expenses, feeling like you can’t stop using, or having relationship problems can all stem from substance use.
Here are resources for Veterans experiencing substance use challenges."
https://www.va.gov/REACH/challenge/substance-use-challenges/