EMERGENCY & SUICIDE PREVENTION
Returning war veterans may face a multitude of physical and mental challenges. Veterans’ families are often unprepared to deal with a family member who may experience pain, nightmares, feelings of detachment, irritability, trouble concentrating, and sleeplessness. These are some of the symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Experts estimate that between 25% and 30% of Vietnam veterans who fought in combat have symptoms of PTSD and the experiences associated with combat. It’s been recently estimated that 30% of combat soldiers returning from service in Iraq and Afghanistan are experiencing similar trauma.
If you carry the physical and emotional scars of battle and need support, we have a few resources for you to access to help you begin to heal.
Veterans Crisis Line
Speak with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text—24/7. Visit Veteran Crisis Line
If you need assistance immediately, please call 1-800-273-8255.
Suicide Prevention Lifeline
For veterans, crises can be heightened by their experiences during military service. If you’re a veteran or service member and in crisis, these resources can help. Visit Veterans: Lifeline for more information on how to take care of yourself, how to help others experiencing these feelings, or find more resources.
APPS & SELF ASSESSMENT
Monitor your moods on six, pre-loaded scales (anxiety, stress, depression, brain injury, post-traumatic stress, general well-being).
Take a PTS self-assessment developed by the Department of Veteran Affairs.
PTSD RESOURCES
The PTSD Checklist for DSM-5, frequently referred to as the PCL-5, is a self-assessment to measure the presence and severity of PTSD symptoms. DSM-5 refers to the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, which is the standard reference used by healthcare providers to diagnose mental health and behavioral conditions.
If your responses to the PCL-5 suggest that you may suffer from PTSD, you may benefit from reaching out to a behavioral healthcare professional for help. Recovery from PTSD is possible, and is critical for a happier and more fulfilling life.
Find information about the causes, symptoms and treatments of PTS.
Hear stories from other veterans, and get advice from clinicians who have treated thousands of cases of PTS.
Find information about treatment options, coping mechanisms and medications for PTS.
Learn about the risk factors and complications associated with PTS, and find information about tests, diagnoses, treatments and medication.
Gain a better understanding of PTS, and learn how to get help for yourself, a friend, or a family member. Read stories from people who have gotten support and returned to their normal lives, activities and relationships.
Read about the therapies and medications that are proven to help people with PTS. Hear from experts about what treatment is like and how it can help you.
Care for U.S. Service Members and First Responders with Brain Injury and Mental Health Concerns.
Providing servicemembers with in-depth information on the negative impact PTSD can have on someone’s daily life as well as strategies on how to mitigate its effects.
Find a veteran support group in your area.
Join an online PTS support group.
Drug treatment guide.
CANCER
MILITARY SEXUAL TRAUMA (MST) RESOURCES
Get an overview of Military Sexual Trauma (MST), programs and services, screening and outreach.
Read about the military’s response to domestic violence and access statistics, research and information.
Learn about the Army’s I. A.M. STRONG program and army-specific policies and reporting procedures for sexual assault.
Learn about the Navy’s policies and reporting procedures for sexual assault.
Learn about the SAPR program, how to prevent and respond to sexual assault how members of the coast guard should report a sexual assault.
Visit United States Coast Guard Sexual Assault Prevention, Recovery and Response (SAPRR) program.
Access all the 24/7 helpline numbers for the United States Marine Corp.
Find healthcare services for women veterans available through the VA.
Find MST services available through the VA.
Watch videos where survivors of MST share stories about sexual assault and recovery.
Access sexual assault support from the Department of Defense community.
Learn about sexual assault reporting options and get reporting policy information.
Know your rights as a victim of military sexual assault.
Call the VA support line dedicated to Women Veterans’ needs.
1-855-829-6636
Read about a study that assesses the efficacy of the Veterans Health Administration universal screening program for military sexual violence.
Visit Veterans Health Administration and Military Sexual Trauma
Learn about the prevalence of women veterans suffering from co-occurring issues, like post-traumatic stress (PTS), military sexual trauma, addiction and homelessness.
TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY (TBI) RESOURCES
Find information about the causes, symptoms and treatments of TBI.
Read this guide for families and caregivers of those who have suffered a TBI. Learn about the effects of TBI, what you can do to help and how to navigate veteran services and benefits.
Know the signs of concussions and mild traumatic brain injuries and how to cope.
Watch a short video about potential causes and symptoms of TBI and what to do if you have had a brain injury.
Access information and resources for people living with TBI and their families.
Get help with managing the ongoing symptoms of TBI as you go back to school.
Get connected with a support group for people who have experienced TBI.
Find a veteran support group in your area.
Find out the new rules for veterans disability related to traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Apply online to receive your disability benefits for TBI and other conditions.
ALCOHOL & DRUG REHAB FOR VETERANS
24/7 Support from treatment specialists to help you recover today. All conversations and data gathered kept 100% private. NOW is the time. Get the right treatment. Find a rehab location in your area based on treatment type, payment type or substance.
Find the best drug and/or alcohol rehab centers near you by visiting AddictionResource.Net or get help now (100% confidential and free) by calling 844-597-0006.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
A tool for veterans nationwide to learn about what jobs they qualify for, benefits of the GI Bill, the best undergrad and graduate schools to look into, the best companies for veterans, veteran rights and more.
Veteran’s guide to job searching.
Use the skills you’ve gained from your service to our country, by applying for a job in the private security sector. Military and law enforcement veterans receive FREE registration to this (veteran-owned and operated) website in order to research and apply for private security jobs across the country and worldwide.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOURCES
The National Purple Heart Hall of Honor remains the most updated archive of Purple Heart recipients, honoring their legacy by sharing their stories.
If you have found a Purple Heart medal that needs to be returned to it’s rightful owner, please contact purpleheartsreunited@gmail.com
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Learn more about how to cope with issues affecting your military family, such as deployment, health, effects on military children, civil employment, family programs available and more.
Our Mission
The mission of the Purple Heart Service Foundation is to enhance the quality of life of Purple Heart recipients and other honorably discharged veterans and their families.
