Sometimes, we need someone to listen...
Other times, we need someone to hold our hand.
Below you will find a number of resources and support that may be available to you.
Please know there is much more out there...
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You are noticed and you matter more than you know.
The American Red Cross Military and Veteran Caregiver Network is a network of caregivers of all eras, all relations, across all locations. Their mission is to provide our nation's military and Veteran caregivers with peer support to reduce isolation and increase connection, engagement, knowledge, skills and hope. To find your areas resources, you just need to enter your zip code and it will provide information from good, to health, care, work and more!
This is done through three support programs:
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Online Peer Support Community
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Peer Mentor Support Program
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Peer Support Groups (Online & Community-Based)
Part of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, Hidden Heroes brings vital attention to the untold stories of military caregivers and seeks solutions for the tremendous challenges and long-term needs they face.
Something interesting: Tom Hanks is the Hidden Heroes Campaign Chair!
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Some things offered through the Hidden Heroes program include:
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A community of support
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No-cost respite services (respite care provides a caregiver time to focus on themselves for a little bit because sometimes, everyone needs a little bit a time)
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Resources for your local area
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Nationwide resources and more!
H.O.P.E - Heal, Overcome, Persevere, and Excel. The H.O.P.E. initiative provides complete support to those who have experienced trauma, illness, injury, or loss during their times of tragedy, sometimes with assistance as simple as help paying bills or buying groceries.
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The Snowball Express is for the surviving spouse/guardian and children of fallen heroes. Committed to year-round programming and support for families that honors their fallen hero, encourages new memories, and provides opportunities to connect with others who know what they've been through.
The Never Alone - Widows of Heroes retreats are deigned specifically to meet the unique needs of Gold Star Widows and the widows of first responders. The goal is to create a safe environment where individuals can find support and community with other widows walking a similar journey. In addition to being filled with a multitude of resources, join a Never Alone Chapter today!
The Veteran Spouse Resiliency Group knows Veteran families can face a diverse set of concerns including problems readjusting to civilian life, secondary effects of Veterans' posttraumatic stress disorder and other physical and mental health concerns, interpersonal struggles within the family, parenting challenges, and transition challenges. Often bearing the responsibility as formal and informal caregivers to Veterans, the Veteran Spouse Resiliency Group is focused on you! Find out if you are eligible here.
The Veteran Support Network Social Club provides online and in-person meet-ups with a space to connect with others across a variety of topics, share their fears and concerns, offer support and problem solve, and ultimately create community and lasting friendships.
Podcasts and More!
Coming Home Well offers several podcasts for anyone to listen to, such as:
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Psychiatric Casualties - How and Why the Military Ignores the Full Cost of War
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Veteran Spouse Network Podcast
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Highlighting the experiences, stories, and needs of military and Veteran families​
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Exploring mental and emotional wellbeing from the perspective that a "diagnosis" doesn't tell the story of what happened to you. ​
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And more!​
The Whole Care Network offers several supports and resources such as: Podcasts, courses, streaming radio, blogs and more!​
The Military Veteran Dad Podcast hand Military Veteran Dad YouTube Channel has a mission to bring every dad home both physically and mentally to their marriage and their family, encompassed of stories from other military Veteran dads on their struggles, their wins, and wisdom on a weekly basis. ​​
The Inspired Women Podcast has controversial conversations, shares unfiltered stories, and inspires women to live their best life. Every Monday there is a podcast guest interview and every Friday, life in a mini episode.
The Yellow Ribbon Fund's priority has been to keep families together during the recovery process for wounded, ill, and injured post-/11 service members and well as providing caregiver support when and where it is needed. The two programs offered include:
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Crossroads provides practical support to post 9/11 active-duty and disabled Veterans by offering transportation assistance (such as rental cars), housing assistance (such as hotel stays), and fully furnished apartments at no cost to military families while they are receiving medical treatment at Walter Reed Hospital.​​​
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​Keystone, a family wellness retreat, empowers families and caregivers by offering recreational and respite events, fitness and wellness activities, life skills training and educational classes, networking, and peer-to-peer support.
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