4. Overcoming stigma The VA promotes programs like the Ending Self Stigma (ESS) manual and resources such as the Veterans Crisis Line for confidential support. Veterans can also reduce self-stigma by recognizing mental health conditions as a medical issue, not a character flaw, and by connecting with other Veterans who have shared experiences. Connect with supportive people: Seek out support from friends, family, or support groups like Alcoholics Anonymous. Educate yourself: Learning about mental illness and addiction can help combat misinformation and self-stigma.
Seek professional help: Remember that seeking mental health or addiction treatment is a sign of strength and that you are not alone. The VA offers a variety of mental health services and resources.
Important contact information:
VA Health Benefits Hotline: 877-222-VETS (8387)
MyVA411 Main Information Line: 800-698-2411 Veterans Crisis Line: Call or text 988 (Press 1), or chat online for confidential support 24/7.
Find a VA location or in-network community care provider: Visit VA.gov.
Veteran Resources Eligibility for VA Health Care va.gov/health-care/eligibility Instructions and Enrollment Application for Health Benefits va.gov/find-forms/about-form-10-10ez/ Request for Military Service Records va.gov/records/get-military-service-records/ Direct Link for National Archives vetrecs.archives.gov/s/ Veterans Administration Pensions va.gov/pension/ Aid and Attendance va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound/
Community Care Network va.gov/COMMUNITYCARE/programs/veterans/ CCN-Veterans.asp Find VA Locations va.gov/find-locations Veterans Service Officers List of Where to Find Help (nvf.org) My HealtheVet va.gov/health-care/manage-health/ Home and Community Based Services va.gov/geriatrics/pages/home_and_ community_based_services.asp VA Caregiver Support caregiver.va.gov/?utm_sources=geriatrics _left_menu
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