Resources for Veterans and their Families

Here you will find Fact Sheets that have lists of resources for active duty, reservists, National Guard members, and their families.

Fact Sheets on Resources for Veterans and their Families:

• Specialized PTSD Treatment Programs in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  Information on specialized treatment for PTSD within VA Medical Centers.
  
• Information Specific to National Guard and Reserve Personnel and Their Employers
  Information specific to National Guard and Reserve personnel, their families, and their employers.
  
• Resources for U.S. Service Members Returning from Deployment
  A list of resources for service members returning from deployment including information for active duty, reservists, and National Guard members.
  
• Battlemind
  Walter Reed Army institute of Research developed this website that contains training that discusses how the mindset that helped military members survive in war, may be hazardous at home if it is not transitioned. A variety of videos, brochures, and more...
  
• Transition Assistance for Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom Veterans (PDF)
  Discusses VA's Transition Centers and lists some resources for further information.
  
• Homecoming: Dealing with Changes and Expectations (PDF)
  Homecoming can be a joyful and also stressful time. This sheet reviews what reactions to expect of the service member, the spouse and children, as well as provides tips to help you have the best possible reunion.
  
• Homecoming: Tips for Reunion (PDF)
  A brief list of tips for soldiers, spouses and children.
  
• NASDVA: National Assoc. of State Directors of Veterans Affairs
  Second only to the federal Department of Veterans Affairs in providing benefits and services to the men and women who defended our nation, these offices are in each State.