Warrior Resources
We are dedicated to ending Veteran suicide. Through their dedicated service, Warriors have earned access to many Veteran service organizations. Veterans are encouraged to use the following resources for any mental and/or physical assistance they may need.
Quick Links:
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Instant, confidential access to a 24/7 chat with a VA responder. Open to active duty military and veterans.
Information on PTSD, treatment options, and testimonials from other veterans and their family members. Veterans also can get advice from VA clinicians who have treated thousands of PTSD cases.
The VA and the Department of Defense have created a free smartphone application to help veterans identify signs of PTSD, manage symptoms, and connect with resources for instant assistance. You can download the PTSD Coach app for free using Apple iOS or Google Play.
A source for multiple services specifically intended to support a family caregiver, including a caregiver support line, peer support, and tools to help caregivers manage the responsibilities of day-to-day care of the veteran they love.
Support Networks
Talk Now to a Fellow Veteran
For veterans who may be on the verge of a crisis, or who want to talk to a fellow veteran about their struggles, there are two resources:
The Fire Watch is Northeast Florida’s fight to end veteran suicide. They are uniting our War Fighters and allies to swiftly activate local assets, stand watch, and build a life-saving network. They call it the ‘Watch Stander’ program. To date, no city, county, or state has systemically reduced its veteran suicide rate. This effort is the first of its kind in the country.
Provides immediate financial assistance and lifetime support to wounded, critically ill, and injured members of all branches of the U.S. armed forces and their families to ensure they have the resources they need as they recover and transition back into their communities.
Every Warrior has a next mission. WWP knows that the transition to civilian life is a journey. And for every Warrior, family member, and caregiver, that journey looks different. WWP is there for their first step, and each step that follows. Because they believe that every Warrior should have a positive future to look forward to. There’s always another goal to achieve, another mission to discover. We are their partner in that mission.
A nonprofit organization providing a lifetime of support for veterans of all generations and their families. Support includes but is not limited: to transportation to medical appointments, benefit claims, retroactive benefits and connecting veterans with meaningful employment.
Comprehensive support programs focused on transition, health and wellness, peer engagement and connections to community resources for service members, veterans, and military families.
One of the largest online collections of government and non-government resources specifically designed for service members, veterans, families, and military caregivers.
A member-driven community advocating for the individual and collective needs of service women.
Offering compassionate care to all those grieving the death of a loved one serving in our armed forces.
Miscellaneous Resources
This guidance applies to veterans whose characterization of discharge was under other than honorable conditions and who assert that they suffered PTSD or related disorders they believe influenced the misconduct that led to their release.
United in the war against veteran suicide, Mission 22 offers treatment programs focused on traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress.
Northeast Florida Women Veterans is the Voice of Women Veterans equipped with the vision and resources to help bridge the gaps in service. We are your “Safe Space”.
Improve the overall mental wellness of our Veterans, regardless of era served, through live and virtual innovative outreach experiences.
PK9S provides assistance for Veterans and active or retired law enforcement personnel by offering services and goods to further the well being of their K9 companion in times of unexpected hardship.
An organization with the primary mission of providing relief to those affected by natural disasters, whether domestic or international, by pairing military Veterans’ skills and experiences with first responders, medical professionals, and technology solutions.
Cigna Healthcare offers a wide range of insurance plans and products that focus on all aspects of both your well-being and your K9s. There are also a variety of Medicare plan options that specifically support Veterans military benefits. Additionally, Cigna Healthcare has a Veteran Support Line that is anonymous and open to any Veteran, caregiver, and family member. The Support Line is free and available 24/7 at 855-244-6211.
Digital Education Resource: Medicare for Veterans PDF (English & Spanish).
Education & Employment
Folds of Honor ensures that families who’ve sacrificed so much for our country receive the education and opportunities they deserve. Whether it’s K-12th grade or higher education, we believe the cost of pursuing their academic dreams should not be an additional burden.
A list of more than 150 resources for higher education and career training available to veterans and their families.
Provides information on government and federal jobs for veterans, along with higher education and benefits provided through the GI Bill.
Provides veterans with essential resources, support, and advocacy needed to succeed in higher education and post-graduation.
Empowers veterans adjusting to life at home to find purpose through community impact. The organization deploys veterans on new missions in their communities so that their actions will inspire future generations to serve.
