Resources for Returning Veterans and their Families
Great website for clinicians concerning treatment of
PTSD and TBI
Reading List
PBS/Frontline
Brain Injury Association of Virginia
The primary source of information and personal support for thousands of
individuals, families and professionals living in Virginia whose lives
have been touched by a life-altering, often devastating, brain injury.
MilitaryHOMEFRONT is the official Department of Defense web site for reliable Quality of Life information designed to help troops and their families, leaders and service providers.
Department of Defense Computer Accommodations Program (CAP)seeks to return disabled vets to the workforce as productive members of society
American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
All children and adolescents experience stressful events which can affect them both emotionally and physically. Their reactions to stress are usually brief, and they recover without further problems. 83
The American Legion
The American Legion was chartered by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic, mutual-help, war-time veterans organization. A community-service organization which now numbers nearly 3 million members -- men and women -- in nearly 15,000 American Legion Posts worldwide. 124
American Psychological Association
Based in Washington, DC, the American Psychological Association (APA) is a scientific and professional organization that represents psychology in the United States. With 150,000 members, APA is the largest association of psychologists worldwide. 61
American Psychiatric Association - PTSD Info
What is Posttraumatic Stress Disorder? PTSD is a psychiatric disorder that can occur in people who have experienced or witnessed life-threatening events such as natural disasters, serious accidents, terrorist incidents, war, or violent personal assaults like rape. Today, psychiatrists and other mental health professionals have good success in treating the very real and painful effects of PTSD. 95
AMVETS National Headquarters
For more than 60 years, we in AMVETS have taken to heart the credo of service set forth by our organization’s founding fathers. In so doing, we endeavor to provide our fellow veterans with the type of support they truly deserve. 219
Anxiety Disorders Association of America
The Anxiety Disorders Association of America (ADAA) is the only national, non-profit organization solely dedicated to informing the public, healthcare professionals and legislators that anxiety disorders are real, serious and treatable. The ADAA promotes the early diagnosis, treatment and cure of anxiety disorders, and is committed to improving the lives of the people who suffer from them. 112
Association of Traumatic Stress Specialists
he Association of Traumatic Stress Specialists (ATSS) has internationally recognized certifications for trauma responders. It is a membership Association which develops standards of service and education for those who provide critical emotional care to trauma victims and survivors. ATSS has always endeavored to recognize and support both service providers and the consumers affected by all aspects of trauma in the international setting. ATSS is dedicated to excellence in training, education and experience to ensure that victims of crime, abuse, war, terrorism and disasters receive the most compassionate and effective care as possible. 249
Blinded Veterans Association
To promote the welfare of blinded veterans so that, notwithstanding their disabilities, they may take their rightful place in the community and work with their fellow citizens toward the creation of a peaceful world. 172
Catholic War Veterans
The primary objective of the Catholic War Veterans is to make the entire nation acutely aware of the struggle and needs of many veterans, their widows and children. We, as survivors, have an obligation to our fallen brothers and sisters to inform the people of our country that many veterans and their families need asistance; that these veterans have made sacrifices for their country and deserve to be treated accordingly, with proper respect and support. 185
Citizen-Soldier Support Program
Mobilize local civilian community agencies and organizations to support and strengthen citizen soldiers, their families, and loved ones. (919) 966-2450 178
CMH's National Center for Trauma-Informed Care
Department of Veterans Affairs
Our goal is to provide excellence in patient care, veterans' benefits and customer satisfaction. We have reformed our department internally and are striving for high quality, prompt and seamless service to veterans. Our department's employees continue to offer their dedication and commitment to help veterans get the services they have earned. Our nation's veterans deserve no less. 62
Disabled American Veterans
With more than 1.2 million members, Disabled American Veterans is an organization of disabled veterans who are focused on building better lives for disabled veterans and their families. 134
DoD and VA Begin Pilot Disability Evaluation System
Give an Hour
Give an Hour is a nonprofit 501(c)(3), founded in September 2005 by Dr. Barbara V. Romberg, a psychologist in the Washington, D.C., area. The organization’s mission is to develop national networks of volunteers capable of responding to both acute and chronic conditions that arise within our society.
The Gulf War Resource Center
The National Gulf War Resource Center is an international coalition of advocates and organizations providing a resource for information, support, and referrals for all those concerned with the complexities of Persian Gulf War issues, especially Gulf War illnesses and those held prisoner or missing in action. 186
Gulf War Veteran Resource Pages
We've been a presence on the Internet since early 1994, aiding Gulf War veterans in their pursuit for the truth. The site is run privately by volunteers and is not affiliated with any government entity. 181
Helmets to Hardhats
Helmets to Hardhats lets your military service speak for itself. A Congressionally funded program, Helmets to Hardhats is the fastest, easiest way for transitioning military, Reservists, and Guardsmen to find a rewarding career in the construction industry. 126
HELP4Vets
The mission of the Disabled Veterans Associations, in its broadest sense, is to help improve the quality of life of our honorably discharged veterans through aiding and assisting needy and disabled veterans, their families and dependents -- whether they have been hospitalized at one of the VA's medical centers, admitted to any of the over 100 state run and state funded veterans homes, or simply in need at home. 170
The International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies
ISTSS is an international multidisciplinary, professional membership organization that promotes advancement and exchange of knowledge about severe stress and trauma. This knowledge includes understanding the scope and consequences of traumatic exposure, preventing traumatic events and ameliorating their consequences, and advocating for the field of traumatic stress. 157
Iraq War Veterans Organization
The Iraq War Veterans Organization provides information and support for: Operation Iraqi Freedom veterans, active military personnel and family members related to pre-deployment, deployment, and post-deployment issues, as well as service member and family Operation Iraqi Freedom Deployment Readiness problems, information about PTSD, Health issues and Veterans Benefits. 222
Jewish War Veterans of the USA
What concerned Jewish veterans then, and throughout America's history, concerns Jewish veterans today. Jews must still defend themselves against the canards of anti-Semites who continue to declare that Jews have not served in the U.S. Armed Forces. 168
Kitchen Table Gang
Veteran's helping hospitalized veterans and our troops overseas. 220
Legion of Valor
The Legion of Valor was organized on April 23, 1890, in Washington, DC, by a group of Civil War and Indian War Campaign veterans who were recipients of the Medal of Honor. At its inception, the name was "The Medal of Honor Legion". 158
The Liberty University Wounded Warrior Scholarship Fund
Mental Health Channel / PTSD
Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder that a person may develop after experiencing or witnessing an extreme, overwhelming traumatic event during which they felt intense fear, helplessness, or horror. 157
Mental Help Net
Everybody knows what it's like to feel anxious -- the butterflies in your stomach before a first date, the tension you feel when your boss is angry, and the way your heart pounds if you're in danger. Anxiety rouses you to action. It gears you up to face a threatening situation. It makes you study harder for that exam, and keeps you on your toes when you're making a speech. In general, it helps you cope. 80
Mid-Atlantic Addiction Technology Transfer Center
The Mid-Atlantic ATTC translates substance use research into counseling practice. As a Center of Excellence in Motivational Interviewing, Faith-Based, and Adolescent resources we remain the eyes and ears of the treatment and recovery counseling field. Consider this website your primary portal for news, education and events that shape the field of substance use disorders. (804) 828-9910 220
Military Officers Association of America
While the association does advocate a strong national defense, it does not, as an association, become involved in matters pertaining to military strategy, force level, or individual weapons systems of the various services. The association's board of directors has long believed that such decisions can be made only by those who have all of the facts available to them: today's active duty military leadership. 357
Military OneSource
Military OneSource provides you with information and resources that can help improve many areas of your life, from personal to professional. But we do more than give you information -- we help you take action, with materials that get you thinking and tools that help you set things in motion. This confidential service is available 24/7. 1-800-342-9647 (stateside), 800-3429-6477 (overseas) 260
Military Order of the Purple Heart
The mission of the Military Order of the Purple Heart is to foster an environment of goodwill and camaraderie among Combat Wounded Veterans, promote patriotism; support necessary legislative initiatives; and most importantly, provide service to all veterans and their families. 164
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has created a Veterans Resource Center
www.NAMI.org/veterans
This web facility is specifically for veterans and active duty military members, as well as their families, friends, and advocates.
National Amputation Foundation
Founded in 1919, The National Amputation Foundation (NAF) has for over 80 years been offering valuable assistance to veterans of World War I, II, Korea, the Vietnam Conflict, Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom. Since then, the Foundation has expanded its facilities to include civilian amputees as well. 183
National Center for PTSD, Department of Veterans Affairs
The mission of the National Center for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), a special center within Veterans Affairs, is to advance the clinical care and social welfare of America's veterans through research, education, and training in the science, diagnosis, and treatment of PTSD and stress-related disorders. 71
National Center for PTSD, Clinical Quarterly
The NCP Clinical Quarterly is addressed to the needs of practicing PTSD clinicians and program administrators, providing them with an overview of the major clinical, theoretical, and programmatic developments in the field. Most issues have a thematic focus, bringing together several short articles on one particular aspect of traumatic stress for clinicians and administrators. Although the emphasis is on the treatment of veterans, much of the Clinical Quarterly's content is applicable to work with non-veterans as well. 82
National Center for PTSD, PTSD Research Quarterly
The PTSD Research Quarterly contains review articles written by guest experts on specific topics related to PTSD. Each article contains a selective bibliography with abstracts and a supplementary list of annotated citations. 83
National Center fro PTSD, The PILOTS Database
The PILOTS database is an electronic index to the worldwide literature on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other mental-health consequences of exposure to traumatic events. It is produced by the National Center for PTSD, and is available to the public on computer systems maintained by Dartmouth College. There is no charge for using the database, and no account or password is required. As of 31 December 2003 there were 24,945 references (almost all including abstracts) in the database. 73
National Center for Trauma-Informed Care
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National Mental Health Association
The National Mental Health Association (NMHA) is the country's oldest and largest nonprofit organization addressing all aspects of mental health and mental illness. With more than 340 affiliates nationwide. NMHA works to improve the mental health of all Americans, especially the 54 million individuals with mental disorders, through advocacy, education, research and service. 69
National Personnel Records Center
NPRC is one of the National Archives and Records Administration's largest operations. We are a central repository of personnel-related records, both military and civil service. Our mission is to provide world class service to Government agencies, military veterans, former civilian Federal employees, family members, as well as researchers and historians. 93
National Veterans Legal Services Program
NVLSP is an independent, nonprofit, veterans service organization dedicated to ensuring that the U.S. government honors its commitment to our veterans by providing them the federal benefits they have earned through their service to our country. 181
National Veterans Organization of America
We are The National Veterans Organization of America Inc., a not-for-profit corporation chartered by the State of Delaware. We are dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of Veterans Benefits. 178
Non-Commissioned Officers Association
NCOA’s government affairs headquarters, the National Capital Office (NATCO), in Alexandria, VA, is your voice in Washington. For nearly four decades, NCOA has worked continuously to preserve, protect and enhance the entitlements, benefits and privileges earned through military service. 196
Paralyzed Veterans of America
PVA works to maximize the quality of life for its members and all people with SCI/D as a leading advocate for health care, SCI/D research and education, veterans’ benefits and rights, accessibility and the removal of architectural barriers, sports programs, and disability rights. 366
PCTS – Links to Post Traumatic Stress Web Sites
Links to Post Traumatic Stress Web Sites 97
The Post-Traumatic Gazette
I started the PTG newsletter because I had a lot to say about PTSD after I wrote my book, Recovering From the War. The book helped thousands of veterans and their families but I wanted to help all trauma survivors--war veterans, rape survivors, abuse survivors, flood or earthquake survivors--and I wanted to pass on all the latest information and recovery methods I've learned through reading and going to conferences on PTSD. 94
The Retired Enlisted Association
To enhance the quality of life for uniformed services enlisted personnel, their families and survivors- including active components, Reserves, and National Guard, and all retirees; to stop the erosion of earned benefits through our legislative efforts, to maintain our esprit de corps, dedication and patriotism, and to continue our devotion and allegiance to God and Country. 114
Return To Work And &Disabled Vets
While the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act offers legal job protections, the road back will not be an easy one for many veterans...
Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration Veteran Resources
Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS)
Each year, hundreds of American families face the tragedy of the death of a loved one serving in the Armed Forces. The families left behind include loving parents, siblings and young spouses and school age children. 1-800-959-TAPS (8277) 201
US Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), was established by an act of Congress in 1992 under Public Law 102-321. With the stroke of a pen, an agency, separate and distinct from the National Institutes of Health or any other agency within the HHS, was created to focus attention, programs, and funding on improving the lives of people with or at risk for mental and substance abuse disorders. 60
National Mental Health Information Center
US Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, National Mental Health Information Center, Center for Mental Health Services 77
VACSB
The VACSB website is designed to inform the public and facilitate communications among all stakeholders involved in treatment and care for Virginians with mental illness, mental retardation and substance use disorders.
VA Mid-Atlantic Health Care Network (VISN 6)
is one of 21 Veterans Integrated Service Networks (VISNs) of the Department of Veterans Affairs. VISN 6 is comprised of eight VA Medical Centers and 11 community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs). Some 10,750 clinical and support staff members and approximately 4,000 volunteers in our network provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient health care to over 300,500 veterans annually across North Carolina, most of Virginia and portions of West Virginia and South Carolina. Over the next two years, we will be adding five new community-based clinics and expanding others.
Veterans News and Information Service
Military information. 407
Veterans' Employment & Training Service (VETS)
The mission statement for VETS is to provide veterans and transitioning service members with the resources and services to succeed in the 21st century workforce by maximizing their employment opportunities, protecting their employment rights and meeting labor-market demands with qualified veterans today. 73
Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States
The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, with its Auxiliaries, includes 2.4 million members in approximately 9,000 Posts worldwide. Its mission is to "honor the dead by helping the living" through veterans' service, community service, national security and a strong national defense. 59
Veterans Service Organizations Directory
Welcome to the online Directory of Veterans Service Organizations. This is published as an informational service by the Office of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. 100
Vietnam Veterans of America, Veterans Benefits News and Resources
The purpose of this guide is to assist you, the veteran, or your survivor(s), in presenting your claim for benefits based on exposure to psychologically traumatic events during military service that has resulted in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It is always best to seek the assistance of an experienced veterans service representative when presenting a claim to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). 115
Vietnam Veterans Home Page
Purpose: To honor Vietnam Veterans, living and dead, who served their country on either side of the conflict. 163
Women Veterans of America
Women Veterans of America (WVA) shall unite all women veterans and ensure the best possible care is given to women veterans by the Department of Veteran's Affairs Medical Centers. WVA is an advocacy for all women veterans and for women currently serving in the military.
Virginia Department of Veterans Services
JOB OPPORTUNITIES 
Virginia Workforce Connection
Hire Vets First
Virginia Employment Commission
