The Veterans Crisis Line is a free, confidential resource that is available to all veterans, even those not registered with the VA or enrolled in VA healthcare.
You can help veterans that may need assistance from the caring, qualified responders that work for the crisis line when you...
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STEP 1: Discover downloadable materials for social media that you can post on your feed/timeline at https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/support/be-there?utm_source=bethereforveterans.com
STEP 2: Choose one, and post it on social media.
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Over 40,000 veterans are homeless in America. Homeless veterans are 5 times more likely to commit suicide.
You can help former service members that lack access to stable housing when you...
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VETERANS: If you need housing assistance, call the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 1-877-4AID-VET (424-3838), or you can find the nearest VA Medical Center to you.
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Petition: Fight for Veterans with Chronic Pain
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Nearly half of all combat veterans suffer from chronic pain.
Due to the opioid crisis in America, the Veterans Administration no longer prescribes opioids for chronic pain. Bob Gardener is one of many veterans that were given opioids to treat chronic pain for decades without becoming addicted. Still, the VA has suddenly stopped prescribing the medication without an adequate replacement.
You can speak up for Gardner and many other veterans in his situation when you...
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-Discover the details of the petition, and add your name to show support at https://www.change.org/p/donald-j-trump-give-veterans-proper-treatment-for-their-pain?source_location=topic_page
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Kelsy Smith, a Marine Corps veteran, says her military experience is what led to her success in earning multiple college degrees.
Smith even earned a doctorate in physical therapy and has set her sights on a career in healthcare.
Homeless veterans are 5 times more likely to commit suicide.
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4,000 formerly homeless veterans are now getting permanent housing thanks to the Veteran Administration's recent partnership with Veterans Matter.
