List of resources for military families

US military families are facing many problems and challenges - emotional as well as physical.

Here is a list of federal agencies and organizations that can help. Please pass this along to anyone whom you think might benefit:

www.seamlesstransition.va.gov For returning OEF/OIF Vets. Offers info & assistance.

www.battlemind.org Information site providing realistic preview of stress & strain of deployment on soldiers.

www.militaryonesource.com DOD site to assist Vets & their families with day-to-day living questions.

www.centcom.mil US Central Command news letter with current releases from military situations to health benefits for returning Vets & families.

www.military.com Covers all military branches and provides news & updates relevant to the military staff & families.

www.courageafterfire.com From the Bob Dole book, gives information regarding military disabilities.

www.myhealthyvet.va.gov Gateway to Vet health benefits & services, can be personalized.

http://www.ncptsd.va.gov Provides information and FAQ regarding post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

http://www.va.gov/Environagents/page.cfm?pg=16 Provides information pertaining to combat veterans.

http://www.va.gov/opa/fact/tranasst.asp Information on the transition assistance program.

http://www.ncptsd.org/topics/war.html PTSD & Combat Vet information

http://www.vba.va.gov/survivors/index.htm Survivor benefit information.

http://www.vba.va.gov/bln/21/Topics/Women Information unique to Women Veteran Information.

Dozens of other resources and articles are at Dr. Ken Pope's website.

Pauline
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