resources for veterans
If you are in need of support today call Connections & CAYAC at 970.221.5551
If you are looking for ways to manage stress and anxiety during this time, check out this page of resources, tips & tricks.
Crisis Support
SummitStone Crisis Services – 970.494.4200
Walk-in crisis services (call ahead first) 1217 Riverside Avenue, Fort Collins, CO
Local Crisis Line 970-494-4200 ext. 4 or text TALK to 38255 to receive mental health crisis support
SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline 1-800-985-5990
SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.
Veterans Crisis Line : Call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 or Text 838255
- https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/
- Chat online
- Support for people who are deaf and hard of hearing
1-800-799-4889
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255
Resources
Providing free, confidential mental health services to Service members, Veterans, and their loved ones, while spreading awareness about mental health issues affecting military families.
Dedicated to the well-being and adjustment of wounded warriors in America, focused on raising awareness, helping injured Service members, and empowering a generation of Veterans.
Helping Veterans recognize they are not alone and resources and solutions are available, as well as helping them overcome challenges and find paths to fulfilling lives.
Connecting Veterans and Service members with support groups and programs.
Resources and Programs
- VA Mental Health Guidance to wellness services and counseling available for Veterans, their families, and their communities.
- National Center for PTSD Dedicated to research and education on trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder to assure that the latest research findings help those exposed to trauma.
- NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness Mental health advocacy group with extensive educational materials, programs, and support for individuals and families affected by mental illness.
- Mental Health America Promoting mental health and recovery from mental illness through education, research, and advocacy, with an emphasis on achieving one’s full potential and social inclusion.