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VA Information http://www.vba.va.gov/VBA/benefits/factsheets/index.

asp Many of you may already be up on the VA benefits, but the ones I am not often assisting Soldiers with I tend to forget more easily, as SMC Special Monthly Compensation for example. The link above for the VA fact sheets is very quick to print the benefit info out for a Veteran/Soldier. http://www.vba.va.gov/bln/21/pension/vetpen.htm Remember Aid and Attendance: This most important benefit is overlooked by many families with Veterans or surviving spouses who need additional monies to help care for ailing parents or loved ones. This is a "Pension Benefit" and IS NOT dependent upon service-related injuries for compensation. What are Aid and Attendance and Housebound benefits? Aid and Attendance (A&A) is a benefit paid in addition to monthly pension. This benefit may not be paid without eligibility to pension. A veteran may be eligible for A&A when: The veteran requires the aid of another person in order to perform personal functions required in everyday living, such as bathing, feeding, dressing, attending to the wants of nature, adjusting prosthetic devices, or protecting himself/herself from the hazards of his/her daily environment, OR, The veteran is bedridden, in that his/her disability or disabilities requires that he/she remain in bed apart from any prescribed course of convalescence or treatment, OR, The veteran is a patient in a nursing home due to mental or physical incapacity, OR, The veteran is blind, or so nearly blind as to have corrected visual acuity of 5/200 or less, in both eyes, or concentric contraction of the visual field to 5 degrees or less. Housebound is paid in addition to monthly pension. Like A&A, Housebound benefits may not be paid without eligibility to pension. A veteran may be eligible for Housebound benefits when: The veteran has a single permanent disability evaluated as 100-percent disabling AND, due to such disability, he/she is permanently and substantially confined to his/her immediate premises, OR, The veteran has a single permanent disability evaluated as 100percent disabling AND, another disability, or disabilities, evaluated as 60 percent or more disabling. A veteran cannot receive both Aid and Attendance and Housebound benefits at the same time. How to Apply for Aid and Attendance and Housebound: You may apply for Aid and Attendance or Housebound benefits by writing to the VA regional office having jurisdiction of the claim. That would be the office where you filed a claim for pension benefits. If the regional office of jurisdiction is not known, you may file the request with any VA regional office. You should include copies of any evidence, preferably a report from an attending physician validating the need for Aid and Attendance or Housebound type care. The report should be in sufficient detail to determine whether there is disease or injury producing physical or mental impairment, loss of coordination, or conditions affecting the ability to dress and undress, to feed oneself, to attend to sanitary needs, and to keep oneself ordinarily clean and presentable. In addition, it is necessary to determine whether the claimant is confined to the home or immediate premises. Whether the claim is for Aid and Attendance or Housebound, the report should indicate how well the individual gets around, where the individual goes, and what he or she is able to do during a typical day. _______________________________________________________________________ http://www.vba.va.gov/bln/21/benefits/#BM08 Department of Veterans Affairs Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) for Serious Disabilities Can a Veteran Receive Additional Payments for Serious Disabilities? VA can pay additional compensation to a veteran who, as a result of military service, incurred the loss or loss of use of specific organs or extremities. What Is Considered Loss or Loss of Use? Loss, or loss of use, is described as either an amputation or, having no effective remaining function of an extremity or organ. The disabilities VA can consider for SMC include: loss, or loss of use, of a hand or foot immobility of a joint or paralysis loss of sight of an eye (having only light perception) loss, or loss of use, of a reproductive organ complete loss, or loss of use, of both buttocks deafness of both ears (having absence of air and bone conduction) inability to communicate by speech (complete organic aphonia) loss of a percentage of tissue from a single breast, or both breasts, from mastectomy or radiation treatment What if I Have a Combination of These Disabilities?

The VA will pay higher rates for combinations of these disabilities such as loss or loss of use of the feet, legs, hands, and arms, in specific monetary increments, based on the particular combination of the disabilities. There are also higher payments for various combinations of severe deafness with bilateral blindness. Additional SMC is available if a veteran is service connected for paraplegia, with complete loss of bowel and bladder control. In addition, if you have other service-connected disabilities that, in combination with the above special monthly compensation, meet certain criteria, a higher amount of SMC can also be considered. Can VA Pay SMC for Being Bedridden, Housebound, or in Need of the Aid and Attendance of Another Person? If a veteran is service connected at the 100% rate and is housebound, bedridden, or is so helpless to need the aid and attendance of another person, then consideration of payment of additional SMC can be considered. The amount of SMC will vary depending on the level of aid and attendance needed. How Can You Apply? You should contact you local VA regional office for information about applying for SMC. In determining qualifications for SMC, the VA must review the medical evidence regarding the loss or loss of use and then make a decision regarding the level of SMC to be paid. For More Information, Call Toll-Free 1-800-827-1000 or Visit Our Web Site at http://www.va.gov. Compensation & Pension Service October 2008 Adopt a Squad http://adoptasquad.org/home is a group that helps men and women in harm's way by boosting morale of service men and women serving in Iraq and Afghanistan and their families back home, helping with re-integration into communities, providing mentoring and providing peer support services, providing Liaison services with other agencies who assist with special needs, assisting homeless Veterans with homes and helping with pet adoptions. POC Lawrence J. Clark 336-626-3790 home, 336302-2820 cell After deployment http://www.afterdeployment.org helps with managing the challenges that are often faced following a deployment. Here you will find information and self-guided solutions for dealing with post-traumatic stress and war memories; conflict at work; depression; anger; sleep problems; alcohol and drug abuse; stress; relationship problems; kids and deployment; spiritual guidance and fitness; living with physical injuries; and health and wellness. Air Force Aid Society www.afas.org is the official charity of the U.S. Air Force.1-800-769-8951 Air Force Cross Roads www.afcrossroads.com is the official community Air Force website (AIRS) Alliance of Information & Referral Systems http://www.airs.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=1 is the professional association for over 1,200 community Information and Referral (I&R) providers, primarily in the United States and Canada. America Supports You www.americasupportsyou.mil communicates citizen support to the men and women serving in the Armed Forces and their families. All America Supports You related content will continue to be featured under the "Citizen Support for Our Troops" section of www.OurMilitary.mil. American Legion www.legion.org is a patriotic, war-time Veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is a not-forprofit community-service organization which now numbers nearly 3 million members, men and women, in nearly 15,000 American Legion posts worldwide. American Veterans Center www.americanveteranscenter.org preserves and promotes the legacy of Americas servicemen and women from World War II through OIF. American Veterans Coalition www.american-veterans.org is a charity for Veterans to assist the brave men and women who have done so much for their country. Amputee Coalition of America www.amputee-coalition.org works in conjunction with the National Limb Loss Information Center to provide resources for people with limb loss. You can find parity information for your state, as well as an online support group and a listing for support groups in your area.1-888-AMP-KNOW (1-888-267-5669) AMVETS National Headquarters www.amvets.org (American Veterans) assists Veterans and sponsors numerous programs that serve our country and its citizens.

Answers Unlimited-see Army Community Services to access information Armed Forces Foundation www.armedforcesfoundation.org provides comfort to AD, Retired Personnel, NG, Reserve Components and their family members thru financial support, career counseling, housing assistance and recreational therapy programs. Army Community Services www.bragg.army.mil (click on the image and then go to right side of page at top and click on answers unlimited under Quick Info) 910-396-8682 Army Emergency Relief www.aerhq.org AER is a private nonprofit organization incorporated in 1942 by the Secretary of War and the Army Chief of Staff to help soldiers and their dependents. 1-866-878-6378 Army Human Resource Command www.hrc.army.mil/indexflash.asp Battle mind www.battlemind.org is a strength-based, positive psychology approach to Warrior behavioral health. Training and information is targeted to all phases of the Warrior deployment cycle, Warrior life cycle and Warrior support system. Designed for Warriors, Leaders, Spouses, Families and behavioral health providers. The Walter Reed Army Institute of Research Battlemind Training web site has information for service members and their families on sleep loss, brain injury, operational stress, and behavioral problems to enhance the resiliency and performance of soldiers, reduce casualties, and enhance functioning in combat, garrison, and training environments. Behavioral Health-Army Behavioral Health www.behavioralhealth.army.mil is for soldiers who return home and need short or long-term counseling and medical assistance from the Army or VA to assist in their transition. Black Military World www.blackmilitaryworld.com celebrates diversity in national defense Blinded Veteran Association www.bva.org is an organization of blinded veterans helping blinded veterans. Through our service programs, regional groups, resources, and advocacy before the legislative and executive branches of government, we hope to make life better for blinded Veterans. Board of Veterans Appeals www.va.gov/vbs/bva helps in understanding the appeals process. The Bob Woodruff Foundation www.ReMIND.org provides resources and support to Service Members, Veterans and their families to successfully reintegrate into their communities so they may thrive physically, psychologically, socially and economically. Brain Injury Association of America www.biausa.org is the leading national organization serving and representing individuals, families and professionals who are touched by a life-altering, often devastating, traumatic brain injury (TBI). 1-800-444-6443 Brain Injury Association of NC www.bianc.net (BIANC) is a non-profit membership organization that advocates on behalf of individuals with brain injury and their families. A chartered affiliate of the Brain Injury Association of America, BIANC currently has Family and Community Support Centers in Raleigh, Charlotte, Greenville, Asheville, and a volunteer resource center in High Point. BIANC also offers a toll-free Family Helpline, resource centers, educational programs, and over 40 support groups, which meet in many communities across the state. 800-377-1464 BrainInjuryChat http://www.braininjurychat.org/provides people with brain injuries a safe place to meet for support and information. Brain Injury Recovery Network http://www.tbirecovery.org/index.html provides practical, actionable advice for brain injury victims and families to facilitate recovery. Brain Injury Resource Center www.headinjury.com is a multidisciplinary team of trained individuals who offer consultations, research assistance, case management services, legal services, and in-service training. 206-621-8558. Brain Line www.brainline.org is a national multimedia project offering information and resources about living with a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Collaboration occurs between DVBIC and WETA. The website is funded by the Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center through a contract with the Henry M. Jackson Foundation Brainwaves www.DVBIC.org 800-870-9244 Bridge ll Sports www.bridge2sports.org is a non-profit organization that creates opportunities for children and adults who are physically challenged so they can play team and individual sports. They provide equipment, coach teams and help players discover tenacity, confidence, self-esteem and joy.

Building Homes for Heroes www.buildinghomesforheroes.com Camp Cocoon http://www.unitedhospicefoundation.org/campcocoon.html is a weekend camp in North Georgia that is usually the 1st weekend in August for children 5-17 years of age who have experienced the death of a loved one. CAP Computer/Electronics Accommodations Program www.tricare.mil/cap/index.cfm provides assistive technology and services to wounded Service Members, people with disabilities, Federal managers, supervisors, and IT professionals. CAP increases access to information and works to remove barriers to employment opportunities by eliminating the costs of assistive technology and accommodation solutions. Cape Fear Valley Health System-Southeastern Regional Rehabilitation Center http://www.CapeFearValley.com, 1638 Owen Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28304, 910-609-6079 The Care Clinic http://www.thecareclinic.org provides free basic primary health care for uninsured Cumberland County adults who have limited incomes 910-485-0555 Care Coalition http://www.socom.mil/care_coalition/home.htm (For Special Forces/Special Ops Only) provides SOF warriors and their families a model advocacy program in order to enhance their quality of life and strengthen the overall readiness of Special Operations. Career Command Post www.careercommandpost.com specializes in bringing transitioning active duty military personnel and armed forces Veterans together with civilian employers that are hiring for executive, managerial, professional, technical, skilled, and semi-skilled positions, from the Military Transition Group, Inc.1-800-219-0408 CARE-LINE www.dhhs.state.nc.us/ocs/careline.htm is the NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) toll-free Information and referral telephone service for human services in government and non-profit agencies. CarePages http://www.carepages.com/tbirecovery helps you can stay connected with family, friends and colleagues before, during and after hospitalization by providing free, private websites that make it easy to: Update family, friends and even colleagues all at once, share photos, collect supporting messages from loved ones and friends, learn more about healthcare issues, and connect to others with similar concerns. CaringBridge 4 Sep http://www.caringbridge.org/ is a free, personalized website that supports and connects loved ones during critical illness, treatment and recovery. Carolina Canines for Service (CCFS) http://www.carolinacanines.org/militaryprogram.html is a non-profit health and human services organization that trains service dogs for people with disabilities. In 2008, CCFS launched a national pilot program, Carolina Canines for Veterans, to train rescue dogs from local shelters to assist wounded veterans. Operating entirely on private donations, CCFS trains prisoners at the Camp Lejeune brig in Jacksonville, N.C. to raise and train each service dog. Case Management Society of America (CMSA) http://www.cmsa.org/ aims to improve patient well-being and health care outcomes by supporting the professional development of care managers from a variety of disciplines, practice settings, skill levels and professional capacities. Catholic War Veterans www.cwv.org provides charitable programs and services within our communities and focuses on promoting the social welfare of all military Veterans and their families without discrimination. Center for Constitutional Rights www.ccrjustice.org is a non-profit legal organization dedicated to protecting the rights of those with the fewest protections and least access to legal resources.212-614-6464 Center for Neuro Skills www.neuroskills.com is an experienced and respected resource of rehabilitation programs for acquired brain injury. Facilities: Bakersfield and Los Angeles, California and Dallas, Texas. CNS offers intensive, cost-effective and outcome-driven residential, outpatient, and in-home rehabilitation programs for individuals recovering from all types of acquired brain injury. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) www.cdc.gov Centers for Independent Living www.alliancecil.org promotes independence and consumer control by people with disabilities to advance civil rights of equal access and full participation in society. Chaplains Helpline at WAMC-availability/24/7-website pending 910-396-4357

Chat Room-American Veterans with Brain Injuries http://www.avbi.org/index.html is an interactive chat room and forum designed for asking questions, getting information, and sharing personal experiences Children of Fallen Heroes www.cfsrf.org provides college grants and financial assistance to surviving children and spouses of US Military SMs who have lost their lives in OIF/OEF. Circle of Friends for American Veterans www.vetsvision.org provides and continues to provide advocacy for those who deserve it the most and have it the least by conducting nationwide rallies, holding receptions with policymakers and providing direct financial support to transitional facilities that assist homeless Veterans. Citizen Soldier Support www.citizensoldiersupport.org increases the readiness and resiliency of Reserve Component soldiers and their families by engaging and connecting military and community service systems. The CSSP routinely distributes an e-letter to our key stakeholders to update them on the progress being made in our strategic initiatives, which are selected in conjunction with the members of our National Advisory Council. Coalition for Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans www.coalitionforveterans.org/ciav/home/ is a national non-partisan partnership of organizations committed to working with and on behalf of all military, Veterans, families, survivors and providers to strengthen the existing system of care and support for all those affected by the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Coalition to Salute Americas Heroes www.saluteheroes.org Coastguard www.uscg.mil Coast Guard Mutual Assistance www.cgmahq.org (We Look after Our Own) is a non-profit organization that provides financial assistance to the Coast Guard community.1-800-881-2462 Coming Home Project www.cominghomeproject.net is a non-profit organization devoted to providing compassionate care, support, and stress management tools for Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans and their families. Command Support/Safe Harbor - Navy Safe Harbor for Severely Injured Support www.npc.navy.mil/ Community of Veterans www.communityofveterans.org is a veterans-only online community to connect with people who know where you're coming from. Share your experiences and help others make the transition to civilian life. Community Workforce Solutions www.communityworkforcesolutions.com is a private non-profit agency with programs and services that primarily support persons with disabilities who wish to go to work. Services include: Vocational Evaluation, Work Passages, On-Site Training to Improve Work Skills, Student Transition Services, Work and Community Transition, Individual Supported Employment, Job Placement & Job Coaching, Group Supported Employment, Mobile Work Crew. Leslie Johnson in NC 919-231-3325 Counseling Association (American Counseling Assoc.) www.counseling.org Counseling Services for National Guard and Reserves: Military and Family Life Consultant Program www.arfp.org helps you and your family problem solve with issues resulting from deployment, reunions, reintegration and other times of change. Soldiers and families are entitled to six prepaid, face-to-face counseling sessions. CALL: 1-888-755-9355 Cumberland County Dept. of Social Services http://www.ccdssnc.com 910-677-2413 Cumberland County Mental Health Center http://www.ccmentalhealth.org 910-323-2311 DEERS/RAPIDS Locator www.dmdc.osd.mil/rsl/owa/home Defense Centers of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury (DCoE) www.dcoe.health.mil assesses, validates, oversees and facilitates prevention, resilience, identification, treatment, outreach, rehabilitation, and reintegration programs for psychological health (PH) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) to ensure the DoD meets the needs of the nation's military communities, warriors and families. DCoE Outreach Center 866-966-1020 Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center (DVBIC) www.dvbic.org serves active duty military, their dependents and Veterans with traumatic brain injury through state-of-the-art medical care, innovative clinical research initiatives and educational programs.

1.800.870.9244 DefenseWeb http://www.defenseweb.com/home.aspx delivers customized software solutions for Federal health care, well being and family readiness organizations. Deployment Health Clinical Center www.pdhealth.mil assists clinicians in the delivery of post-deployment healthcare by fostering a trusting partnership between military men and women, Veterans, their families, and their healthcare providers to ensure the highest quality care for those who make sacrifices in the world's most hazardous workplace. 866-559-1627 or 800-796-9699 Deployment Health and Family Readiness Library deploymenthealthlibrary.fhp.osd.mil provides service members, families, leaders, health care providers, and Veterans with an easy way to find deployment health and family readiness information with fact sheets, guides, and other products on a wide variety of topics. Also, there are web links to other organizations and resources devoted to the health and well-being of the Service member and their family. Deployment, Return, Reunion Program (DRRP) www.med.navy.mil serves our growing military community through excellence in patient and family centered care, readiness and professional development. Disability Info www.disabilityinfo.gov is collaboration among 22 Federal agencies, with information on cross-cutting issue areas including employment, benefits, housing, transportation, health care, education, civil rights, and technology. Disabled American Veterans www.dav.org provide grassroots advocacy and services in communities nationwide. From educating lawmakers and the public about important issues to supporting services and legislation to help disabled Veterans they promote a message of hope to all who have served and sacrificed. Disabled Sports USA http://www.dsusa.org/programs-wwdsp-about.html partners with Disabled Sports USA, its chapters and the Wounded Warrior Project, providing year round sports programs for severely wounded service members from the Iraq and Afghanistan conflict and the Global War on Terrorism. Disabled Transition Assistance Program www.dol.gov/vets/programs/tap/main.htm offers job-search assistance and related services, gives employment and training information to armed forces members within 180 days of separation or retirement. DoD Community Relations www.ourmilitary.mil Go to Support for Our Troops and click on: Military and Government Support for Our Troops, America Supports You Home Front Groups, Citizen Support by State DoD TransPortal-The DoD Web Portal for Military Transitioner: www.dodtransportal.org/dav/lsnmedia/LSN/dodtransportal is designed specifically to assist service members leaving active duty, covering four main areas: transition assistance, a pre-separation guide, contacts for the transition assistance offices, and information on careers post-separation. DoD Vets: www.dodvets.com provides a wide range of information relating to DoD employment opportunities for disabled Veterans. Domestic Violence Hotline (National)1-800-799-SAFE(7233),TTY-Deaf: 1-800-787-3224 Driving (The Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists) http://www.driver-ed.org was established in 1977 to support professionals working in the field of driver education / driver training and transportation equipment modifications for persons with disabilities through education and information dissemination. ADED is a 501 (3) corporation that works to maximize the transportation options for persons with disabilities. Address: ADED 2425 N. Center ST #369 Hickory, North Carolina 28601 Phone: 828-855-1623, 866-672-9466 Toll Free in the US & Canada Education- AVOTEC www.hrc.army.mil/site/education/VOTEC_Program.html. www.goarmyed.com is a pilot program that pays up to $4,500 for soldiers to receive vocational training at a community college or trade school that leads to a certification or license. Applicants who are accepted must start a program by September 30, 2009. The deadline for the Army Vocational/Technical Solider Program, or AVOTEC, is September 25, 2009. The program is open to active-duty soldiers, wounded service members still serving on active duty, National Guard, officers, and reservists on extended duty for six months or longer. The program does not require service members to extend their service commitment. Education Support to the Department of Defense Worldwide www.dantes.doded.mil/Dantes_web/DANTESHOME.asp supports the off-duty, voluntary education programs of the DoD.

Employment- Always a Soldier: www.amc.army.mil/alwaysasoldier provides service-connected disabled Veterans with opportunities to seek employment, career advancement, job mobility, family economic well-being, and greater financial security. Employment- Americas Heroes at Work www.americasheroesatwork.gov is a Web site-link to information and tools and is for employers and the workforce development system to help returning service members (affected by TBI and/or PTSD) succeed in the workplace. Enable America www.enableamerica.org works with all members of the community including disabled individuals, service providers, government agencies, advocacy groups, existing organizations and employers to eliminate barriers to employment and bridge the gap between disabled job seekers and the employers who want to hire them. ESGR: Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve www.esgr.org if you think an employer has acted unfairlyfor instance, if you believe you were fired because of military service, call 800-336-4590. Guardsmen and Reservists have the right to return to their civilian jobs following their service. eVets: www.dol.gov/elaws/evets.htm is a Resource Advisor that assists Veterans preparing to enter the job market. It includes information on topics such as job search tools and tips, employment openings, career assessment, education and training, and benefits and special services available to Veterans. Face the Fire www.facethefire.org/ is a ministry that supports soldiers hospitalized at BAMC, the only DoD hospital that has a Burn Center.

Family Focus-A Resource Guide for Cumberland County Families http://www.ccpfc.org/Research/FRG_Survey/OnlineSearch/ 910-867-9700 Family and Friends for Freedom Fund, Inc. www.injuredmarinesfund.org provides financial support to injured Marines while they continue their long road to recovery. Federal Student Aid studentaid.ed.gov ensures that all eligible individuals can benefit from federally funded or federally guaranteed financial assistance for education beyond high school. 800-433-3243 Federal Tuition Assistance www.virtualarmory.com/education/fedbenefits/tuition_fta.aspx provides financial assistance to part-time ARNG soldiers in support of their professional and personal self-development goals. Finances- Association of Military Banks of America www.ambahq.org represents banks serving Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, Coast Guardsmen and their families worldwide. As part of their education program, AMBA conducts an annual workshop for its members and government personnel overseeing military banking. In addition to receiving briefings from key DoD financial managers and military bank liaison officers, workshop attendees can expect to receive updates from the U. S. Treasury, the FDIC, the American Bankers Association, the Independent Community Bankers of America, and the AFFN. First Step www.cms.hhs.gov/apps/firststep/ is an interactive tool for case managers and outreach workers to use in order to access federal mainstream programs (food, housing, income, employment) for the homeless. It was developed by the U.S. DHHS and the U.S. Department of HUD with guidance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Department of Labor, the Social Security Administration, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Fleet Reserve Association www.fra.org works closely with 35 other military and Veterans organizations on important personnel issues. In addition to direct representation in Congress, the Association sponsors legislative seminars across the country to better inform Sea Services personnel, Reservists, Retirees and Veterans about governmental actions that affect them and what they can do to protect their interests. For Women www.4woman.gov provides free, reliable health information for women everywhere.1-800-994-9662 Foundation for American Veterans www.fav.org is a nonprofit organization that was established to provide various benefits for all Veterans regardless of which branch of the military they were with. The Foundations main goal is to step in and assist Veterans, either through the Veterans Hospitals, homeless programs, educational programs, crisis programs, etc., where the local, state, and federal governments leave off.

Fund for Veterans Education www.veteransfund.org provides scholarships to Veterans from all branches of the United States Armed Forces who served in Afghanistan or Iraq since September 11, 2001, and who are now enrolled in college or vocationaltechnical school. 507-931-1682 Funders Together to End Homelessness www.endlongtermhomelessness.org is a national network of foundations and corporations supporting strategic and effective grant making to end homelessness. General Assembly of NC http://www.ncleg.net/gascripts/BillLookUp/BillLookUp.pl?Session 09&BillID=h1124 is a website that helps look up Bills by number GI Bill Info from the VA www.gibill.va.gov is the official GI Bill Website from the Department of Veterans Affairs. 888-4424551 Give an Hour www.giveanhour.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing a national network of volunteer mental health professionals to respond to acute and chronic needs within our society. They provide free counseling services, other volunteer opportunities, and web resources and reach out to its first target population, the U.S. troops and families affected by the current military conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. www.giveanhour.org Guide dogs www.guidedogs.org is for wounded soldiers (AD or ret mired) Guide to State Veterans Benefits Available Online provides educational benefits for Veterans and their dependents, particularly the children of deceased and disabled Veterans. Military.com has developed an on-line general summary of educational benefits for Veterans and their dependents. The site provides a state-by-state breakdown of benefits available. Click here The Gulf War Resource Center, Inc www.ngwrc.org is an international coalition of advocates and organizations providing information, support and referrals for Veterans of recent and current wars and operations. (1990 to current) Gulf War Veteran Resource Pages www.gulfweb.org disseminates health related information to Veterans of the Persian Gulf War in an unbiased format. HAPPY neuron www.happyneuron.com brings you Brain Fitness through entertaining games that are fun and scientifically developed and validated to challenge your brain and keep it in top gear at all times. The comprehensive program stimulates your attention, language, memory, visual-spatial and executive function skills. Healing Combat Trauma www.healingcombattrauma.com provides resources for and about healing combat trauma. The focus is on effective therapeutic care medical, psychological and legal plus analysis and context and the slant is apolitical. Hearts and Horses www.heartsandhorses.org Helmets to Hardhats www.helmetstohardhats.org is the fastest way for Military, Reservists and Guardsmen to transition from active duty to a career in the construction industry. Helping Hands www.monkeyhelpers.org is a national nonprofit serving quadriplegic and other people with severe spinal cord injuries or mobility-impairments by providing highly trained monkeys to assist with daily activities. Helping Our Heroes Foundation www.hohf.org assists with emergency funding needs as deemed appropriate. The goal is to provide patient advocates, identify and fund educational opportunities for the soldier and coordinate specialty counseling (financial assistance, career, housing, etc.), Heroes to Hometowns www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil/heroestohometown is designed to welcome home Service Members who, because of injuries sustained, can no longer serve in the military. They inspire community growth and establish a support network for Service Members and their families that help them ease into the transition home. Hire America Heroes www.hireamericasheroes.org is a 501(c) 3 non-profit corporation that seeks to connect Americas major corporations with the rich skills and abilities of military service members and their families for the purpose of employment in the corporate workforce. Hire a Hero www.hireAhero.com is an Online Member Community. Hire Heroes USA www.hireheroesusa.org is a national nonprofit organization which provides career placement assistance to disabled Veterans from OEF/OIF. Its mission is to be the bridge to a fulfilling career for our heroes to ensure that they have the opportunity to enjoy the freedoms they fought to preserve. 513-683-5020

Hire Vets First www.hirevetsfirst.gov is a comprehensive career website for hiring Veterans of Americas military. Whether youre a manager, human resources specialist, or Veteran, youll find the resources you need for matching employment opportunities with Veterans. Homeless Veterans (National Coalition for Homeless Veterans) www.nchv.org (800) VET-HELP or 838-4357 Homeless Veteran Provider Technical Assistance Center (VET TAC) www.homelessvetprovidertac.net is funded by the US Department of Veterans Affairs and helps non-profit organizations and faith-based agencies create programs to help homeless Veterans transition to independent living. The TAC staff provides free training and consultation in writing successful grant applications to assist organizations in preparing their own grants from federal, state, and/or private funding sources. Homes for our Troops www.homesforourtroops.org helps those who have selflessly given to their country and have returned home with serious disabilities and injuries. We assist severely injured Servicemen and Women and their immediate families by raising donations of money, building materials and professional labor and then coordinating the process of building a new home or adapting an existing home for handicapped accessibility. The finished home is then given to the Veteran. *All services provided by Homes for Our Troops are at no cost to the Veteran. Hope for the Warriors www.hopeforthewarriors.org provides scholarships for spouses, grants wishes to severely injured SMs, works with the wounded SMs and families to alleviate added stress, provides transitional, adapted living quarters for wounded families until suitable long term adapted housing is found, offers temporary lodging for families visiting wounded warriors, sponsors support groups, offers Hope-n-Comfort Bears to children, participates in projects: Run for the Warriors, Team Hope for the Warriors, Hope for the Warriors Poker Run Information for Counselors of Higher Education (VA) www.mentalhealth.va.gov/College/ helps campus professionals learn more about the challenges and problems our Veteran students are facing and how you can help them with the available VA resources and services. There are specific trainings on Suicide Prevention and PTSD. Information for Operations Desert Shield, Desert Storm, and Iraqi Freedom Veterans www.va.gov/gulfwar/ provides information for Veterans, their families and others about VA health care programs related to Operations Desert Shield, Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom. 1-800-PGW-VETS (1-800-748-8387) TOLL FREE In Their Boots www.intheirboots.com is a rich resource with links to scores of organizations that support Veterans, service members and their families. Iraq Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) www.iava.org is a way to link up with other Veterans, to get information on local events and to gain access to Community of Veterans,-our Vets only online social network. Iraq Star www.IraqStar.org provides reconstructive surgery to wounded American soldiers returning from Iraq Iraq War Veterans Organization www.iraqwarveterans.org provides information and support for OIF Veterans, Global War on Terror Veterans, OEF Veterans, active duty military personnel and family members related to pre-deployment, deployment, and post-deployment issues. Jewish War Veterans of the USA www.jwv.org stands ready, as it has since 1896, to ensure that those who have fought our nations battles receive the treatment and the respect that they deserve from a grateful nation through Jewish War Veterans access to VA and government officials. Job Accommodation Network (JAN): www.jan.wvu.edu/ is a free consulting service designed to increase the employability of people with disabilities by providing individualized worksite accommodations solutions, providing technical assistance regarding the ADA and other disability related legislation and educating individuals about self-employment options. JOFDAV Job Opportunities for Disabled American Veterans http://www.jofdav.com is a job site and account registration is free for both individuals and employers. Joint Family Support Assistance Program www.guardfamily.org provides information on supporting the family members, services members and the children for the National Guard and Reserve. Kitchen Table Gang www.kitchentablegang.org makes life a little more pleasant for our hospitalized Veterans and to lessen the bleakness that permeates many VA hospitals. They also help our soldiers and Marines overseas. Lakeshore Foundation Lima Foxtrot Adapted Sports http://www.lakeshore.org/index.php? submenu=Lima_Foxtrot&src=gendocs&ref=Lima %20Foxtrot&category=Main&PHPSESSID=416f4475758996b16658a2b0e1cec3a8 is a 45-acre campus in Homewood, Alabama that offers premiere fitness, recreation and education facilities for persons with physically disabling conditions. They have an

aquatics center with two pools, a field house with three hardwood courts, a 200-meter track, a ten lane marksmanship range; a 6,000 square foot fitness center & an outdoor tennis facility with eight championship lighted hard courts. Lariam Action USA www.lariaminfo.org is an information and support service for people who have questions about the effects of the anti-malaria drug Lariam (mefloquine). Law Help www.lawhelp.org helps low and moderate income people find free legal aid programs in their communities they help with information pertaining to questions about legal rights. Leaders Guide for Managing Marines in Distress www.usmc-mccs.org/leadersguide/ is designed to provide guidance and tools to leaders on what to look for, what to do and specific resources for helping Marines who are in distress. The Leaders Guide is a quick reference, designed to help leaders at all levels take care of Marines in the unit who are in distress because of their situation or behavior. Legacy https://memorialwebsites.legacy.com/creatememorial.aspx allows anyone to create a Legacy.com Memorial Website for free and it will be available online free for 14 days. Legal-ABA Standing Committee on Legal Assistance for Military Personnel www.abanet.org/legalservices/lamp works to improve the effectiveness of legal assistance provided on civil matters to an estimated nine million military personnel and their dependents. Legion of Valor www.legionofvalor.com strives to: cherish the memories of medal winners and distinguished service members, promote fellowship, extend relief to needy members and promote and inspire patriotism. Map (Interactive National) http://www.guardfamily.org/Public/Application/ResourceFinderSearch.aspx is a one-stop shop to find information on programs, benefits, resources and more. Here you can learn about Family Readiness, Program Services and Plans and Operations by clicking on the links to the left. Family Readiness takes a look at the six-step Family Program model that keeps you informed and involved about your benefits as a serving family. Med Help http://www.medhelp.org is a great community website where the soldiers or family members can go to discuss health issues. They can go under communities and go to "Military Health Issues" to communicate with other soldiers or family members about any health issues that they or their family member may be having. MedTechIQ TBI Forum http://medtechiq.ning.com/group/traumaticbraininjurytbi/forum is a one-stop Bio-Infomediary for Networking & Learning that offers the 3Cs of Content, Community & Collaboration. Membership includes you in an international Whos Who of medical technology researchers, CEOs & policy makers. We provide you with the Web 2.0 Knowledge-Tools, advanced search, timely multimedia news & the 50,000 Thought MedTechIQ Brain so you can connect the dots between Academia, Industry & Government. Mental Health America www.nmha.org/infoctr/ provides information, literature and referrals to a broad range of local services and support groups in order to serve the public. Mental Health America Resource Center www.mentalhealthamerica.net/reunions has a subsidiary web site for military mental health/reintegration issues. Mental Health (National Institute) http://www.nimh.nih.gov (866) 615-6464 TTY: (866) 415-8051 Mental Health Self-Assessment Program www.mentalhealthscreening.org/military/index.aspx or www.militarymentalhealth.org is a mental health and alcohol screening and referral program provided for military families and service members affected by deployment and mobilization. Anonymous, self-assessments are available for depression, bipolar disorder, alcohol use, post-traumatic stress disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder and are offered online, by phone, and at special installations. It is funded by the DoD Office of Health Affairs and coordinated by Screening For Mental Health, Inc. 781-239-0071 or 1-877-877-3647 Mental Health (National Institute of MH) www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/index.shtml includes information on various psychological conditions and on helping children and adolescents cope with various types of stress, including violence and disasters. Mental Illness (National Alliance) www.nami.org Military Audiology www.militaryaudiology.org

Military Child of Deployed Parents www.deploymentkids.com provides resources for children whose parents have been deployed (games, jokes, ideas, distance calculators, time zones map, thank you cards/certificates, deployment journals and more). Military Child Education Coalition www.militarychild.org is focused on ensuring quality educational opportunities for all military children affected by mobility, family separation, and transition Military Coalition www.themilitarycoalition.org Military.com www.military.com is the largest military and veteran membership organization 10 million members strong. Membership is free and connects service members, military families and veterans to all the benefits of service government benefits, scholarships, discounts, lifelong friends, mentors, great stories of military life or missions, and much more. Military Compensation www.defenselink.mil/militarypay/ is sponsored by the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness. Covered topics include: Pay and Allowances, Retirement, Benefits, Survivor Benefits and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). Military Connection www.militaryconnection.com provides information on government jobs, up-to-date information on military schools, federal jobs, as well as military loans and detailed information on military pay charts. Our online directories of resources and information feature vital information on military education and benefits including the GI Bill, employment opportunities, the latest military job postings, pay charts and salary calculators. Military & Family Life Consultants (MFLC) http://www.fortbraggmwr.com/consultant.php are licensed practitioners who provide short-term consultation for Soldiers and Families. They can attend briefings, provide assistance in a one-on-one setting or meet the Soldier and/or Family member at a location other than the home or barracks. Their services are free of charge and confidential. Life Consultants, keep no records and are available at time and place designated by the unit. (910):391-9171, 4895528, 489-8020, 610-3246 MilitaryHomefrontwww.militaryhomefront.dod.mil/portal/page/mhf/MHF/MHF_HOMEPAGE is the DoD website for official Community and Family Policy (MC&FP) program information, policy and guidance designed to help troops and their families, leaders, and service providers. Whether you live the military lifestyle or support those who do, youll find what you need. Military Housing Assistance Fund www.militaryhousingassistancefund.org Military Installations www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil/ DoD source for installation and state resources available to soldiers Military K-12 Partners a DoD EA Partnership Program militaryk12partners.dodea.edu is dedicated to every military childs right to a quality education regardless of their location or how often their family moves. Military Law Task Force www.nlgmltf.org assists those working on military law issues as well as military law counselors working directly with GIs. 619-463-2369 Military Medical Support Office (MMSO) www.tricare.mil/tma/MMSO/index.aspx serves as the centralized Tri-Service point of contact for customer service to medical support and dental case management. They coordinate civilian health care services outside of the cognizance of a Military Treatment Facility for TRICARE Prime Remote (TPR) eligible Active Duty military and Reserve component service members within the 50 United States and District of Columbia. Military Officers Association of America www.moaa.org is the leading voice on compensation and benefit matters for all members of the military community. We provide expert advice and guidance to our members. Military OneSource www.militaryonesource.com is an information family support system for all service branches-Active Duty, Reserve and Guard (regardless of activation status), deployed civilians and their immediate family members at no cost to participants. Through a toll free, worldwide 24/7 information and referral telephone service and website, users can tap into educational, financial, health, employment, and legal services. Callers can talk to consultants and receive up to six face-to-face sessions with a trained counselor. These sessions are short-term, problem-resolution-focused sessions that address issues related to emotional well-being. Individuals in need of long-term treatment are referred to a military treatment facility and/or TRICARE for services. 800-342-9647 TTY/TDD 1-800-346-9188 http://www.militaryonesource.com/skins/MOS/home.aspx Military Order of the Purple Heart www.purpleheart.org is comprised entirely of combat veterans who shed their blood on the worlds battlefields while serving our country in uniform and were awarded the Purple Heart Medal.

Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (CAA) DoD helps military spouses get the training and education they need for careers that will persist during multiple relocations. The Department of Labor (DOL) and DoD have co-sponsored this time-limited CAA demonstration for spouses of service members assigned to Fort Bragg (Army); Pope AFB (Air Force) Military Spouse Resource Center www.milspouse.org is a resource library for military spouse employment, education, and relocation information. The Mission Continues: www.missioncontinues.org is an organization dedicated to finding volunteer opportunities for service members who have been wounded and still want to serve their country. National Alliance to End Homelessness www.endhomelessness.org is a leading voice on the issue of homelessness. The Alliance analyzes policy and develops pragmatic, cost-effective policy solutions. We work collaboratively with the public, private, and nonprofit sectors to build state and local capacity, leading to stronger programs and policies that help communities achieve their goal of ending homelessness. We provide data and research to policymakers and elected officials in order to inform policy debates and educate the public and opinion leaders nationwide. National Alliance on Mental Illness (NC Mental Health Helpline) www.nami.org recognizes that the key concepts of recovery, resiliency and support are essential to improving the wellness and quality of life of all persons affected by mental illness. NAMI will advocate at all levels to ensure that all persons affected by mental illness receive the services that they need and deserve, in a timely fashion. 800-451-9682 National Amputation Foundation www.nationalamputation.org helps all Veteran and Civilian amputees. National Archives and Records Administration www.archives.gov National Association of State Directors of Veterans Affairs www.nasdva.com is an organization consisting of the top Veterans affairs officials in each state and territory who work to secure uniformity, equality, efficiency, and effectiveness in providing services to Veterans and their families, especially in regards to claims representation. They partner with the Congress, the federal Department of Veterans Affairs, Veteran services organizations and the DoD. People with a sincere interest in working with state governments to help Veterans and their families can become Associate Members. National Association of State Head Injury Administrators (NASHIA) http://www.nashia.org/issues/veterans.html works with state governments to meet the needs of individuals with brain injury and their families #573-882-3807, 301-320-4431 www.nashia.org National Center for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Department of Veterans Affairs www.ncptsd.va.gov/ncmain/ aims to advance the clinical care and social welfare of U.S. Veterans through research, education and training on PTSD and stress-related disorders. National Coalition for the Homeless www.nationalhomeless.org identifies local organizations for anyone who is homeless or who may become homeless, whether or not they are Veterans. 202-462-4822 National Coalition of Homeless Veterans www.nchv.org works to end homelessness among Veterans by shaping public policy, promoting collaboration, and building the capacity of service providers. National Guard Bureau-Joint Services Support http://www.jointservicessupport.org/ is responsible for providing: the policies, resources and training to ensure consistent human resources programs that shape and enhance NGB and Joint Force Headquarters strategic initiatives, personnel readiness, operational capabilities, and the sustainability of the National Guard community. See Links below: National Guard Bureau www.nationalguard.com, www.ngb.army.mil ARNG www.arng.army.mil ANG www.ang.af.mil Military One Source www.militaryonesource.com ESGR www.esgr.org Stay on Track www.stayontrack-online.com National Guard Family Program http://www.guardfamily.org/Public/Application/Welcome.aspx National Gulf War Resource Center www.ngwrc.org is an international coalition of advocates and organizations that provide information, support and referrals for all those affected by the complexities of current and recent combat operations (1990 to current).

National Military Family Association www.nmfa.org provides timely and useful information to military families.1-800-260-0218 National Organization of Veterans Advocates (NOVA) www.navao.org is a non-profit corporation in the District of Columbia that serves attorneys and non-attorney practitioners admitted to practice before the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (CAVC). NOVA provides continuing legal education and support to individuals representing Veterans. National Personnel Records Center www.archives.gov/st-louis/ is a central repository of personnel-related records, both military and civil services that provides world class service to Government agencies, military Veterans, former civilian Federal employees, family members, as well as researchers and historians. National Program Office of the Addiction Technology Transfer Centers www.attcnetwork.org helps transform the lives of individuals impacted by the disease of addiction thru a workforce prepared to use the most effective, state-of-the-art tools and techniques. National Resource Center for Traumatic Brain Injury www.neuro.pmr.vcu.edu provides relevant, practical information for professionals, persons with brain injury, and family members. National Resource Directory (NRD) https://www.nationalresourcedirectory.org is an online partnership for wounded, ill and injured Service Members, Veterans, their families and those who support them. The NRD provides information on, and access to, medical and non-medical services and resources across the country which will help them reach their personal and professional goals as they successfully transition from recovery to reintegration/community living. National Resource Directory <http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/ParentsZone/~3/456559865/> provides resource information for wounded warriors, families and caregivers. National Veterans Foundation www.nvf.org is a national hotline for veterans seeking resource referral, benefits information, or emotional support.1-888-777-4443 National Veterans Legal Services Program www.nvlsp.org helps thousands of lawyers and non-lawyer advocates with obtaining VA benefits for Veterans and their families. National Veterans Organization of America www.nvo.org is a not-for-profit corporation chartered by the State of Delaware that is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of Veterans Benefits. Navy Fleet and Family Services www.nffsp.org/skins/nffsp/ provides unified, customer-focused, consistent, and efficient programs and services to support sustained mission and navy readiness. They provide the right services at the right time, to strengthen personal and family competencies to meet the unique challenges of the military lifestyle. Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society www.nmcrs.org provides, in partnership with the Navy and Marine Corps, financial, educational, and other assistance to members of the Naval Services of the United States, eligible family members, and survivors when in need. The Society provides interest-free loans and grants, needs-based scholarships, budget counseling, and visiting nurse services, and also operates food lockers and thrift shops. Navy Personnel Command www.npc.navy.mil Navy Safe Harbor Program: http://www.npc.navy.mil/CommandSupport/SafeHarbor/ serves as the focal point for the nonmedical case management of severely wounded, ill, or injured sailors and their families. Neurotrauma Registry http://www.neure.com/Index.htm is a web-based Directory of brain and spinal cord injury programs and professionals. Individuals who have acquired brain injury (ABI), spinal cord injury (SCI), or have sustained other complex neurotrauma can search the Directory to find useful resources in their area. The website features: a Brain Map, Spinal Cord Map, Neuroglossary, U.S. Resource Directory, International Resource List and Links to many other educational sites. New Directions www.newdirectionsbrooklyn.com provides comprehensive long-term substance abuse treatment to our nations Veterans for the past 15 years and provides a wide variety of services for homeless Veterans, including job training and placement, parenting and money management classes, legal and financial assistance, counseling, remedial education, and resources for alumni.718-398-0800 Non-Commissioned Officers Association www.ncoausa.org is a professional development program for active duty, Guard and Reserve Components of all uniformed services. North Carolina Alcohol Drug Council (NC Substance Abuse Helpline) www.alcoholdrughelp.org 800-451-9682

North Carolina Assistive Technology Program (NCATP) www.ncatp.org is a state and federally funded program that provides assistive technology services statewide to people of all ages and abilities. Offices are located across the state and NCATP serves all 100 counties. Services include device demo/loan, information and referral, and funding resources for assistive technology devices and services. POC Tammy D. Koger, Director, (919) 850-2787, ext. 223-1110 Navaho Drive, Suite 101, Raleigh, NC 27609 North Carolina Care Link https://www.nccarelink.gov is a comprehensive health and human services website that provides up to date information about programs and services across North Carolina for families, seniors, youths and everyone in between. North Carolina County Veteran Service Officers www.doa.nc.gov/vets/locations/ is a listing of all of the service officers in each of the 100 counties in NC. North Carolina Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Services www.dhhs.state.nc.us/mhddsas North Carolina Division of Veterans Affairs www.doa.state.nc.us/vets/ provides an overview of Veterans Affairs and the types of services they offer under three armsthe Veterans Health Administration, the Veterans Benefits Administration, and the Cemetery Program. They provide scholarships for children of deceased or disabled Veterans. Mr. Charles F. Smith, Assistant Secretary, North Carolina Division of Veterans Affairs, Albemarle Building, Suite 1065, 325 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27603, 919-733-3851 (Fax: 919-733-2834) North Carolina Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services http://dvr.dhhs.state.nc.us/index.htm promotes employment and independence for people with disabilities through customer partnership and community leadership 2801 Mail Services Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2801 (1-800-689-9090) TTY (919) 855-3579 North Carolina Gambling Help Line www.dhhs.state.nc.us/mhddsas/problemgambling/ provides and supports gambling prevention, education, outreach and treatment programs throughout the state of NC. 877-718-5543 North Carolina Health Info www.nchealthinfo.org is an online guide to web sites of quality health and medical information and local health services throughout NC and leads users to resources that are reliable and easy to understand. A special section on Military Health concerns is available directly off the homepage. A key component of NC Health Info is the NC Go Local database, a collection of Web links to more than 6,000 web sites of local health facilities and services in every county. Service members and their families can find resources to assist them with benefits, health concerns, and other military related matters in their own neighborhoods. Local health services information is linked with corresponding health information from Medline Plus, the consumer health site maintained by the National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health. North Carolina Medical Journal January/February 2008 www.ncmedicaljournal.com includes the following articles: The Veterans Affairs Health Care System in North Carolina, The Epidemiology of Health Problems in Returning Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom Veterans, Veterans Affairs Research and Development: Using Science to Improve Health Care for Veterans, Identifying and Treating Post Deployment Mental Health Problems Among New Combat Veterans, Detecting Traumatic Brain Injury Among Veterans of Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom, Veterans Health Administration Primary Care-Mental Health Integration Initiative, Integrating Primary Care and Mental Health in the Army, The Citizen Soldier Support Program: Building Bridges Between Communities and Military Families, and Military Families: Opportunities and Challenges. North Carolina Mental Health Helpline (Mental Health Association-NC) www.mha-nc.org is the states oldest and largest private, non-profit mental health advocacy organization. Their mission is to promote mental health, prevent mental disorders, and eliminate discrimination against people with mental disorders. They accomplish these goals through advocacy, education, service and research. 800-897-7494 (This is not a crisis line.) North Carolina National Guard (NG) comprises Army and AirNG www.nc.ngb.army.mil/hr/Default.aspx Diane Coffill is the State Family Program Director of NCNG Family Readiness Program who helps NG family members #919664-6324, Raleigh, NC diane.cofill2@us.army.mil Andrew Jackson is the TAA who helps NG soldiers when they are transitioning back to the community (see TAA on this list) Amy Wallace is the NC Community Support Army Integrated Family Support Network Coordinator who connects AD, NG, Reserve and Veteran family members with services #910-489-9238 amy.wallace@serco-na.com Susan Watkins, MSW CM is the OIF/OEF Program Coordinator at the Durham VA who, with a staff of 10, helps soldiers but will also help family members as needed by making referrals to John Harris at DHHS #919-286-0411 ext 7040 North Carolina Partnership for Combat Veterans and Their Families www.veteransfocus.org is an initiative to develop broader systems of care for returning Veterans and their families, including mental health and substance abuse services. One Freedom www.onefreedom.org provides education on the brain and bodys natural response to stress, training on how to selfregulate intense life experiences, and resources for developing a powerful road map of self-mastery. Backed by science, research and extensive experience, ONE Freedom offers audiences effective methods and simple life skills that promote strength through balanced living.

One Source- Army OneSource www.myarmyonesource.com is a resource for Military Members including Active Duty, Guard and Reserve (regardless of activation status), Spouses and Families. Through a toll free number and website, users can tap into educational, financial, health, employment, and legal services. Operation Comfort www.operationcomfort.org/ provides support to our service members who have been wounded in Afghanistan or Iraq and are receiving treatment at Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC). Operation Family Fund www.operationfamilyfund.org provides financial assistance to eligible recipients in the form of: Financial grants for each eligible member or members family to meet personal, short and long term living needs in these areas; food, rent or utilities, emergency transportation and vehicle repair, funeral expenses, legal expenses, medical/dental expenses, assistance with a home, rental, lease, purchase or home improvements, assistance with the purchase, rent or lease of a vehicle. Funds shall be distributed only to eligible members or family of eligible members without prejudice to race, religion or citizenship. The member must have been an employee or contractor working for the U.S. Federal Government and have been performing duties in conjunction with the war on terror and or OEF or OIF at the time of their death or severe disability. Operation First Response www.operationfirstresponse.org supports our nation's wounded Heroes and their families with personal and financial needs. Operation Forever Free www.operationforeverfree.org Operation Helping HEAL, Inc. provides Instant Help with short-term, zero-interest loans, monetary grants or other assistance within its current abilities, to all qualified Veterans and Military Service Members who have served in a combat zone (CZ), qualified hazardous duty area (QHDA) and have demonstrated needs consistent with the mission statement. Operation Hero Miles www.heromiles.org allows troops stationed in Iraq or Afghanistan to fly home on leave for free and gives family members of wounded servicemen and women free plane tickets to visit their loved ones recovering at military hospitals across the country. Travelers donate their unused frequent flyer miles to the Pentagon and troops and families use them to get free tickets. Operation IMPACT http://operationimpact.ms.northropgrumman.com/02_program/02_01_prog.htm provides transition support to service members severely injured in GWOT and helps them identify career opportunities within Northrop Grummans Mission Systems sector. If an injured service member is no longer able to work, the program offers career support to a member of the individuals immediate family who will act as the primary wage earner. Debbie Ortega, Program Administrator, at 1-800-395-2361 ext. 8322 or e-mail operationimpact@ngc.com Paralyzed Veterans of America www.pva.org 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. Pastoral Care (American Association of Pastoral Counselors) www.aapc.org/directoryindex.cfm "Professionally integrates psychotherapy and spirituality" - This web site includes an international directory enabling a search for a local pastoral counselor, including a variety of religious denominations. Patriot Guard Riders www.patriotguard.org is a group of motorcycle riders from across the nation with an unwavering respect for those who risk their very lives for Americas freedom and security. If you share this respect, please join. Pentagon Foundation www.pentagonfoundation.org works to ensure that those who devote their lives to the defense of our country have the resources they need to gain their piece of the American Dream by providing emergency loans and professional financial counseling to our countrys brave military men and women to help them avoid the trap of payday lending and by providing wounded soldiers with services that the Defense Department cannot offer due to budgetary and regulatory restrictions. These unmet needs identified by military Command, the Military Severely Injured Center, and others include a variety of activities, including the following: Wireless laptops in Fisher Houses at military hospitals; Child care for the families of hospitalized soldiers; Emergency financial support for families of the wounded facing crises; A hospice room and a patient and family lounge in the Walter Reed Army Medical Center A short-term outpatient housing facility for severely wounded military personnel and their families Support for military families and retirees rebuilding their lives after natural disasters such as Hurricanes Katrina and Rita For any questions or communications relating to programs, public relations or community relations, contact: Mary Lynn Stevens: Vice President, The Pentagon Federal Credit Union Foundation 703-838-1239 MaryLynn.Stevens@pentagonfoundation.org

POWs- American Ex-Prisoners of War Organization www.axpow.org is an organization comprised of former POWs (military and civilian) and their families who help victims deal with the enduring trauma of their capture through friendships with those who shared a common experience. PTSD HelpNet www.ptsdhelp.net helps Veterans and families recognize and adjust to the lingering trauma of war experiences PTSD (National Center) www.ncptsd.va.gov/ncmain/index.jsp (802) 296-6300 PTSD Resources www.umdnj.edu/psyevnts/ptsd.html PTSD & TBI DISCUSSION BOARD: http://forums.military.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/7420026980001/m/7860042431001? r=7860042431001#7860042431001 PTSD (Veterans Administration National Center) www.ncptsd.org is a web site for veterans and the general public on PTSD and related issues where information can be downloaded (Please see the on-line video, The New Warrior: Combat Stress and Wellness Perspectives for Veterans and Their Families. This 47-minute video can be viewed on line via this link: www.ncptsd.va.gov/_ncmain/ncdocs/videos/emv_newwarr_vets.html President's National Hire Veterans Committee - Hire Vets First: www.hirevetsfirst.gov/ is a career website designed to help employers find qualified Veterans. Professional Soldiers Concussion Forum https://www.professionalsoldiers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4226 is a Website by Special Forces Soldiers for Special Forces Soldiers. Project Healing Waters www.projecthealingwaters.org aids in wounded SMs physical and emotional recovery by introducing or rebuilding the skills of fly-fishing and fly tying. Psychiatric Association (American Psychiatric Assoc.) web site www.healthyminds.org Psychological Association Help Center (American) web site www.apahelpcenter.org Public Health & Environmental Hazards http://www.vethealth.cio.med.va.gov/pubs/Index.htm provides information for Veterans, health professionals and the public Public Health Information for Veterans, Health Professionals and the Public www.publichealth.va.gov improves health for Veterans through prevention and treatment, outreach, surveillance and focusing on special populations, including women Veterans, Veterans with HIV/AIDS, Veterans with hepatitis C and Veterans exposed to hazardous materials during military service. The Office also manages the VAs medical response to emergencies and protects the safety and health of Veterans Health Administration employees. Puppies Behind Bars www.puppiesbehindbars.com/contact.asp trains inmates to raise puppies to become service dogs for the disabled and explosive detection canines for law enforcement. (Provides PTSD dogs) 10 East 40th Street, 19th Floor New York, NY 10016 212.680.9562 Fax 212.689.9330 programs@puppiesbehindbars.com PURPLE HEART-TBI ELIGIBILITY http://forums.military.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/56819558/m/4220015781001 REALifelines (Part of HireVetsFirst) www.hirevetsfirst.gov/realifelines is a joint project of the U.S. Department of Labor, the Bethesda Naval Medical Center and the Walter Reed Army Medical Center that creates a seamless, personalized assistance network to ensure that seriously wounded and injured service members who cannot return to active duty are trained for rewarding new careers in the private sector. 202-693-4700 REALifelines - Recovery and Employment Assistance Lifelines: www.dol.gov/vets/programs/Real-life/main.htm is a program dedicated to providing individualized job training, counseling, and reemployment services to wounded service members. This website provides contact information for enrollment, as well as frequently asked questions. Real Warriors Campaign: www.realwarriors.net is an initiative launched by the Defense Centers of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury to promote the processes of building resilience, facilitating recover and supporting reintegration of returning service members, Veterans, and families. Rebuild Hope www.rebuildhope.org helps seriously wounded current era Veterans and their families overcome short term financial problems as they strive to build healthy and stable civilian lives by helping them develop realistic budgets, by offering

complementary counseling and referral services, and by enabling donors to easily make gifts knowing that 100% will be distributed to deserving families. Rebuilding Together www.rebuildingtogether.org believes we can preserve affordable homeownership and revitalize communities by providing free home modifications and repairs, making homes safer, more accessible, and more energy efficient. Recruit Air force www.recruitairforce.com Recruit Army www.RecruitArmy.com Recruit Marines www.recruitmarines.com Recruit Military www.recruitmilitary.com is a Veteran-owned and operated firm that matches military Veterans and military spouses with vast opportunities. 513-683-5020 Recruit Navy www.recruitnavy.com Red Cross- American Red Cross (National web site) find your local chapters web site by entering your zip code on the home page) www.redcross.org Red Cross- American Red Cross, Highlands Chapter http://www.redcross.org/nc/fayetteville provides emergency communication link between a family with an emergency and a military SM stationed anywhere around the world 910-867-8151 Resources for Military Veterans http://www.realwarriors.net/veterans/resources.php U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Affairs Returning Service Members (OEF/OIF)A Veterans Affairs Mental Health Home Veterans Affairs Vet Center Home Veterans Affairs Veterans and Their Families Veterans Affairs Women Veterans Health Care Defense Centers of Excellence For Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury U.S. Department of Defense AfterDeployment Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center Deployment Health Clinical Center TRICARE Veterans Affairs' National Center for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress Veterans Suicide Prevention Hotline National Resource Directory Respite care locator by state http://chtop.org/ARCH/National-Respite-Locator.html Retired Enlisted Association www.trea.org enhances the quality of life for uniformed services enlisted personnel, their families and survivors-including active components, Reserves, and National Guard, and all retirees. Return to Work www.return2work.org works to provide vocational rehabilitation to Veterans returning home from Iraq and Afghanistan. Job seekers and employers can post profiles and connect to help Veterans return to work. Returning Heroes Home www.returningheroeshome.org/is a 12,000 square foot replacement building for the 1,200 square foot existing BAMC Warrior and Family Support Center formerly called the "SFAC" (Soldier and Family Assistance Center). The new building will be named the Warrior and Family Support Center when completed. Returning Service Members (OEF/OIF) www.oefoif.va.gov is the VAs website to help direct returning service members towards the programs that will be able to assist them.

Returning from the War Zone: a Guide for Families of Military Personnel is a guide for Service Members and their families. It helps families understand what to expect during reintegration following time spent in a war zone and helps SMs with adapting to home life with loved ones. Scholarships for Military Children www.militaryscholar.org is funded through contributions and awards a scholarship annually for each commissary operated by the Defense Commissary Agency worldwide. Seamless Transition for OIF/OEF Veterans www.seamlesstransition.va.gov is the Department of Veteran Affairs site that offers assistance to Veterans of OEF and OIF while they transition into civilian life, covering topics such as: benefits, medical, dependants, and transition assistance. Semper Fi Fund www.semperfifund.org (must be a marine or been attached to a marine unit on deployment when injuries took place) provides financial assistance and quality of life solutions for SMs and families of OEF/OIF Marines and Sailors injured in combat, training, or with life threatening illnesses. Also includes families of OEF/OIF Service Members injured while in direct support of Marine units. This organization helps with immediate financial needs during hospitalization and recovery, and helps with perpetuating needs, such as modified transportation, home modifications, and specialized equipment. Sentinels of Freedom www.sentinelsoffreedom.org provides scholarships that benefit qualified members of the U.S. Armed Forces severely injured in the line of duty on or after Sept. 11, 2001 Sgt. Brandi: A Warriors guide from the battlefield to a productive life www.sgtbrandi.com focuses on our Troops, past and present. The website explains what it takes to understand the roles of a warrior and to make the transition back to a productive future. Sharp Brains http://www.sharpbrains.com/is a market research & advisory company focused on providing high-quality information and guidance to navigate the brain fitness and cognitive health market Social Security Disability Benefits www.socialsecurity.gov Social Workers www.socialworkers.org (National Association)lists licensed clinical social workers in your area and provides other resource information. Society of Military Widows www.militarywidows.org serves the interests of women whose husbands died either while on active military duty or d/t a service-connected illness or during a disability or regular retirement from the armed forces. SMW is a nonprofit organization chartered in the State of California under section 501 (c) (4) of the Internal Revenue Service Code. Soldiers Angels www.soldiersangels.org is a volunteer-based nonprofit with over 30 different teams supporting all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces. Through special projects, dedicated teams and individuals supporting our troops, we make a visible difference in the lives of our Service Members and their families. Stand Down Event Information is a part of the Department of Veterans Affairs efforts to provide services to homeless Veterans. Stand Downs are typically one to three day events where food, shelter, clothing, health screenings, VA and Social Security benefits counseling, and referrals are provided for housing, employment and substance abuse treatment. Stand Downs are collaborative events, coordinated between local VAs, other government agencies and community agencies who serve the homeless. Stand Up For Veterans www.standup4vets.org is a special advocacy campaign of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). Its purpose is to generate greater public awareness and support for strengthening federal policies that provide assistance to disabled Veterans. Strategic Outreach to Families of All Reservists (SOFAR) www.sofarusa.org is a unique and innovative program to aid the families and loved ones of army Reservists and National Guard deployed in Afghanistan, Iraq and Kuwait. Strategic Outreach to Families of All Reservists PDF Guide is a Guide for Helping Children and Youth Cope with the Deployment of a Parent in the Military Reserves. Student Resources www.mentalhealth.va.gov/MENTALHEALTH/College/students.asp is a list of resources for student Veterans and their families. Student Veterans of America www.studentveterans.org is a coalition of student Veterans groups from college campuses across the United States. It is a 501(c) (3) tax-exempt organization that works to develop new student groups, coordinate between existing student groups, and advocate on behalf of student Veterans at the local, state, and national level.

Substance Abuse and Addiction- The Association for Addiction Professionals NAADAC www.naadac.org is a locator so you can find an addiction counselor near you and a public forum for people who need more information about addiction counseling. 800-548-0497 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) mentalhealth.samhsa.gov is a knowledge exchange network. In addition to various types of information pertinent to adults, it includes information on school violence prevention, suicide prevention, and other issues pertinent to childrens mental health. Helplines are available 24 hours/Day 1-800-662-HELP (4357) (800) 789-2647 Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov/facilitylocatordoc.htm Suicide Prevention (Air Force Program) afspp.afms.mil click on "Resources" Suicide Prevention (Army Center for Health Promotion and Preventive Medicine) chppm-www.apgea.army.mil/dhpw/Readiness/suicide.aspx (410) 671-4656 Suicide Prevention (Marine Corps Program) www.usmc-mccs.org/suicideprevent/index.cfm Suicide Prevention (Navy) Navy Environmental Health Center www-nehc.med.navy.mil/hp/suicide (757) 953-0959 Suicide Prevention Call Centers (National VA)Available 24/7 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Suicide Prevention (CDC and Prevention)-suicide prevention link below) www.cdc.gov/ncipc/dvp/suicide (800) 232-4636 TTY: (888) 232-6348 Suicide Prevention Lifeline www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org is a 24-hour, toll-free suicide prevention service available to anyone in suicidal crisis. If you need help, please dial 1-800-273-TALK (8255). You will be routed to the closest possible crisis center in your area. With more than 130 crisis centers across the country, our mission is to provide immediate assistance to anyone seeking mental health services. Call for yourself, or someone you care about. Your call is free and confidential. Para obtener asistencia en espaol durante las 24 horas, llame al 1-888-628-9454 Suicide Prevention and Trauma Publications www.samhsa.gov/shin 1-877-SAMHSA-7 (1-877-726-4727) Summer Sports Clinic through VA www.summersportsclinic.va.gov Sunrise Seminars www.sunriseseminars.com is an association of public speakers, counselors, and trainers providing seminars for your organization on a variety of motivational topics. We are dedicated to helping others improve their lives through education, insight, and change. Support Groups/Information Sessions-Fayetteville/Ft. Bragg NC Area: Fayetteville Brain Injury Support Group Ellen.Morales@ncmail.net Meeting Location: Cape Fear Valley Rehab Center- Patient Dining Room (formerly known as Southeastern Regional Rehab Center) Vocational Rehabilitation Services, 1200 Fairmont Court, Fayetteville, NC 28304, 910-486-1101, 2nd Tuesday of the Month, 6:30-8:00 pm Fort Bragg Brain Injury Information Sessions (For Military Only) provides a wide variety of TBI education for Soldiers, family members, friends and WAMC staff. Meeting Location: Womack Army Medical Center-Weaver Auditorium, Third Wednesday of every month, 9:00-10:00 am TBI Family Support Group provides support and an opportunity for families of Soldiers with TBI to share concerns and obtain resources. Group leader is Herman Martin, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Meeting Location: WAMC TBI/NeuroRehab Center-Small Conference Room-Ft. Bragg, 2nd Tuesday of every month, 910-497-5900 ext 225 1830 2000 WTB (Fort Bragg) Soldiers Helping Soldiers provides Soldiers with a non-judge-mental environment where current life concerns can be discussed. Meetings are facilitated by Military Family Life Consultants in a confidential environment (outside of duty to warn). Meeting Location: Dragon Room in Moon Hall Thursdays 1530-1630, 910-643-6653 Support Your Vets www.Supportyourvet.org provides mental health resources.

Swords to Plowshares www.swords-to-plowshares.org is a non-profit organization that has been around since 1974 and was created by Vietnam Veterans to help Veterans. It provides housing, legal, employment and training services, mental health and substance abuse counseling. All services are free to the Veteran, and they honor all types of discharges, from honorable to dishonorable. Location: San Francisco, California 415-252-4788 TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors) www.taps.org is a national nonprofit organization made up of, and providing services to, all those who have lost a loved one while serving in any branch of the Armed Forces Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, National Guard, Reserves, Service Academies, or the Coast Guard. The heart of TAPS is its national military survivor peer support network. It also offers grief-counseling, referrals, case worker assistance, and crisis information, all available to help families and military personnel cope and recover. It provides these services 24 hours a day free of charge. 800-959-TAPS TBI Community News www.tbicommunity.org, http://www.tbicommunity.org/training/newsletter/Spring2008.pdf TBI AND PTSD DISCUSSION BOARD http://forums.military.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/7420026980001/m/7860042431001? r=7860042431001#7860042431001 TBI Recovery www.tbirecovery.org/index.html provides practical, actionable advice for brain injury victims and families. TBI Survival Guide www.tbiguide.com is an online book from materials written for patients and their family members Through the Looking Glass <http://lookingglass.org/ncpd/index.php> provides new scholarships specifically for high school seniors and college students who have parents with disabilities. TIRR Foundation http://www.tirrfoundation.org/?id=232 provides cognitive, physical, psychological, vocational and educational services to aid Veterans with a mild to severe brain injury. The goal of Project Victory is to help wounded service members recover and successfully re-integrate back into the community. TIRR-Project Victory Program Coordinator, Shawn Brossart, LCSW, Memorial Hermann/TIRR, 2455 South Braeswood, Houston, TX 77030, p: (713) 383-5604, shawn.brossart@memorialhermann.org, Transitional Assistance Advisor TAA (formerly State Benefits Advisors) http://www.guardfamily.org/Public/Application/ResourceFinderSearch.aspx works to assist National Guard members (not family members) with applying for VA entitlements and benefits- NC TAA is Andrew L. Jackson, 4105 Reedy Creek Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607-Office: (919)664-6573 or 800-621-4136 ext. 6573 Transition Assistance Program www.transitionassistanceprogram.com/register.tpp is available through this portal. Access them before or after your militaryto-civilian transition. TransitionAssistanceProgramTurboTap www.transitionassistanceprogram.com provides transition resources Traumatic Brain Injury http://www.cdc.gov/ncipc/pub-res/tbi_toolkit/physicians/mtbi/index.htm Travel www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/specialneeds/editorial_1909.shtm coordinates and assists the military severely injured and their families traveling throughout our airport security checkpoints. TRICARE www.tricare.mil www.tricare.osd.mil is the military managed care system.

Tricare Dental www.tricaredentalprogram.com Tricare North Region Contractor-Healthnet Federal Service www.healthnetfederalservices.com North: 1-877-874-2273 Tricare Reserve Select-Guard and Reserve Web portal www.dmdc.osd.mil/appj/esgr/privacyaAction.do Tricare Retiree Dental www.trdp.org TRICARE Service Centers (WAMC and Pope AFB) 877-874-2273 www.military.com/benefits/tricare/tricare-service-centers provide assistance for active duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members, retirees, their families, survivors and certain former spouses worldwide. Tricare South Region www.humana-military.com South: 1-800-444-5445 Tricare West Region www.triwest.com West: 1-888-874-9378

TSA http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/assistant/editorial_1880.shtm helps injured military heroes with airport travel. Severely injured SMs, family members or representatives need to call TSA liaisons at (888) 774-1361 to provide travel itineraries so the appropriate Federal Security Directors at the airport will know to conduct screenings of heroes with empathy and respect TSGLI is group life insurance for traumatically injured Soldiers 1-800-237-1336 Turbo Tap http://turbotap.org/register.tpp has printable pre-separation transition guides for AD and transition assistance guides for demobilizing embers of the Guard and Reserves. Uniformed Services University, Courage to Care Fact Sheet www.usuhs.mil/psy/courage.html is a new, electronic health campaign for military and civilian professionals serving the military community, as well as for military men, women and families. Courage to Care consists of electronic fact sheets (see attached fact sheets) on timely health topics relevant to military life that provide actionable information. United Services Organizations (USO) www.uso.org is a private, nonprofit organization whose mission is to support the troops by providing morale, welfare and recreation-type services to our men and women in uniform. The original intent of Congress and enduring style of USO delivery- is to represent the American people by extending a touch of home to the military. The USO currently operates more than 135 centers worldwide, including ten mobile canteens located in the continental United States and overseas. United Way 2-1-1 Information & Referral Search http://www.211.org/ www.unitedway.org provides free and confidential information and referral. Call 2-1-1 for help with food, housing, employment, health care, counseling and more. United We Serve www.unitedweservemil.org adopts military communities and families before, during and after deployment. United We Serve is registered as a 501c3 organization and incorporated in the State of Texas USA Cares: https://www.oursoldiers.org/About_USAcares.html is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that helps military families bear the burdens of service with financial and advocacy support. They assist wounded soldiers and their families to prevent home foreclosures and evictions and assist with basic needs during a financial crisis USA Jobs www.usajobs.gov USAtogether http://www.usatogether.org uses the power of the Internet to help the men and women of the US military who have suffered life-altering injuries in service to their country. By publishing specific needs for goods, financial assistance and services, we hope to connect injured service members and their families with those who are willing and able to assist them. US Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration www.samhsa.gov establishes a clear vision for its work a life in the community for everyone. To realize this vision, the Agency has sharply focused its mission on building resilience and facilitating recovery for people with or at risk for mental or substance use disorders. SAMHSA is gearing all of its resources programs, policies and grants toward that outcome. US Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, National Mental Health Information Center, Center for Mental Health Services mentalhealth.samhsa.gov provides information about mental health via a toll-free telephone number (800-789-2647), this web site and more than 600 publications. The National Mental Health Information Center was developed for users of mental health services and their families, the general public, policy makers, providers, and the media. US Department of Housing and Urban Development Veteran Resource Center (HUDVET) www.hud.gov/offices/cpd/about/hudvet provides Veterans and their family members with information on HUDs community-based programs and services. HUDVET is designed especially for homeless Veterans to serve as a resource to find housing. 1-800-9989999 US Department of Labor, Veterans Employment and Training Service (VETS) www.dol.gov/vets/ provides 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. VA (National Information By Phone): * VA Benefits 1-800-827-1000 * VA Health Benefits 1-877-222-8387 * VA Education Benefits

1-888-442-4551 * VA Life Insurance * VA Debt Management * Mammography HotLine * Telecommunication Device for the Deaf (TDD) * CHAMPVA * Gulf War & Agent Orange Helpline 1-800-669-8477 1-800-827-0648 1-888-492-7844 1-800-829-4833 1-800-733-8387 1-800-749-8387

VA Benefits Information for Veterans www.vba.va.gov/VBA/ provides a list of benefits and how to receive them. VA Bereavement Counseling www.vetcenter.va.gov/bereavement_counseling.asp provides no-cost assistance and support to parents, spouses, and children with emotional and psychological stress after the death of a loved one who died in the service of their country. 1-800-905-4675 (Eastern) and 1-866-496-8838 (Pacific) Vacations for Veterans www.vacationsforveterans.org enables Veterans of the United States Armed Forces recently wounded in combat operations to receive free lodgings donated by vacation homeowners and who has received the Purple Heart Medal in the Afghanistan or Iraq Campaigns) VA Center for Women Veterans www.va.gov/womenvet/ Womens health and benefit information VA Education www.gibill.va.gov 1-888-442-4551 VA Environmental Agents Service www.va.gov/environagents/ provides information for Veterans, their families and others about VA health care programs related to environmental issues. VA Health Care Eligibility and Enrollment Information www.va.gov/healtheligibility/ provides a Medical Benefits Package to all enrolled Veterans. This plan emphasizes preventive primary care that offers a full range of outpatient and inpatient services within VA health care system. 1644 Tullie Circle, Atlanta, GA 30329-2303 1-404-235-1257 or 1-800-929-8387 VA Home Loans www.homeloans.va.gov 1-888-244-6711 VA Mortgage Center www.vamortgagecenter.com believes that Americas Veterans and active duty personnel should be well rewarded for their service and sacrifice. We take pride in serving those who have served our country. Through education and personalization of the VA Loan process, we are committed to helping the men and women of our Armed Services utilize the VA Home Benefits theyve earned. VA National Suicide Prevention Hotline-if you are in crisis requiring immediate attention - 1-800-273-8255. VA Small Business Assistance www.sba.gov/vets VA Watchdog dot Org www.vawatchdog.org is a comprehensive website that provides updated news as well as information about VA benefits, health resources, and political action. VetBiz www.vetbiz.gov provides information about starting and running a Veteran-owned business. 866-584-2344 Vet Centers www.vetcenter.va.gov provide readjustment counseling and outreach services to all Veterans who served in any combat zone. Services are also available for their family members for military related issues. Veterans have earned these benefits through their service and all are provided at no cost to the Veteran or family. Vet Central www.jobcentral.com/vetcentral/ is provided by leading U.S. employers in alliance with the National Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA). Veteran Job Fairs www.VetsJobs.net promotes Veteran Job Fairs and Business Opportunity Summits.

Veteran Job Search at Military.com www.military.com/jobsearch is a site where you can search over 100,000 job postings online. Veterans Affairs www.va.gov provides information on health and education benefits, employment assistance, home loans, life insurance, pensions, and memorial services for Veterans. This site also provides special information for minorities, women in the military and services for homeless and disabled vets.VA benefits: 1-800-827-1000 Education: 1-888-442-4551Health Care: 1877222-8387 Veterans Affairs Facilities Locator and Directory www.va.gov allows you to locate facility-related information quickly and accurately. Veterans for America www.veteransforamerica.org/woundedwarrior/ ensures that our country meets the needs of service members and veterans who have served in OEF/OIF and focuses specifically on psychological traumas and traumatic brain injuries. Veterans Consortium Pro Bono Program www.vetsprobono.org provides free attorneys to Veterans and their qualifying family members who have an appeal pending with the Court and they have been unable to obtain their own attorney after 30 days. They can request assistance from the Veterans Consortium. 888-838-7727 Veterans Employment and Training Service (VETS) www.dol.gov/vets/ provides Veterans with the resources and services to succeed in the 21st century work force by maximizing their employment opportunities, protecting their employment rights and meeting labor-market demands with qualified Veterans. Veterans Eye Care www.veteranseyecare.com was launched by the nations largest group of Eye MDs and is a website dedicated to providing quality eye care information and resources for U.S. Veterans. Veterans & Families www.veteransandfamilies.org is a national non-profit community service and support organization, founded and directed by Veterans, parents, grandparents, family members, employers, mental health professionals, academics, and community leaders. 916-422-5005 Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) National Home for Children www.vfwnationalhome.org is available to children and families of Veterans and provides assistance and connection to supportive services nationwide. In some situations, the children and/or families may be able to become a part of the National Homes campus community where they can live for a time with the opportunity to build a better life. The National Home has four Family Programs to assist families of active duty military members and Veterans. 1-800-424-8360 The Helpline # is 800-851-0238. Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States www.vfw.org (the Military Assistance Program (MAP), helps fund Farewell and Welcome Home gatherings for military units worldwide), (Operation Uplink provides free, pre-paid phone cards to our nations active-duty military personnel) and (Unmet Needs can give a one-time grant up to $2,500 for qualifying service members and their families experiencing financial hardship) Veterans Green Jobs www.veteransgreenjobs.org provides exemplary green jobs education and career development opportunities for military Veterans, empowering and supporting them to lead Americas transition to energy independence, ecological restoration, community renewal, and economic prosperity. Veterans Helping Veterans Now www.vhvnow.org connects Veterans in need of assistance to volunteer Veterans for mutual fellowship and service. Veterans (National) Foundation www.nvf.org is a national hotline for veterans seeking resource referral, benefits information, or emotional support.1-888-777-4443 Veterans (National) Legal Services Program www.nvlsp.org helps thousands of lawyers and non-lawyer advocates with obtaining VA benefits for Veterans and their families. Veterans (National) Organization of America www.nvo.org is a not-for-profit corporation chartered by the State of Delaware that is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of Veterans Benefits. Veterans Resource Guide for Student Veterans PDF Guide was designed to help and aid all returning service members from Iraq, Afghanistan, and Veterans from Vietnam, Korea, WWII and their families. Veterans Service Organization Directory www.va.gov/vso/ is a complete listing of Veterans organizations chartered by Congress and/or recognized by the VA for claim representation.

Veterans (Student) of America www.studentveterans.org is a coalition of student Veterans groups from college campuses across the United States. It is a 501(c) (3) tax-exempt organization that works to develop new student groups, coordinate between existing student groups, and advocate on behalf of student Veterans at the local, state, and national level. Veterans (Women) of America www.wvanational.org is a voice for women who have served and are serving in the Armed Forces. They advocate for women Veterans rights, issues and benefits. Veterans (Women) Health www1.va.gov/wvhp addresses the health care needs of eligible women Veterans, providing appropriate, timely, and compassionate health care at the facility level. VetJobs.com www.vetjobs.com is a great site for Veterans and transitioning military personnel and their family members. Featured are openings for all levels and types of jobs. You can search for jobs (by type, keyword, and location), as well as post your rsum. It is sponsored by Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, and its free to job seekers. 1-877-VETJOBS Vets 4 Vets www.vets4vets.us is a peer support network for Vets Vietnam Veterans of America, Veterans Benefits News and Resources www.vva.org/benefits/ptsd.htm is a guide 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). Vision Resource Center http://www.visionresourcecenter.org provides rehab, educational and social programs for blind and the visually impaired. Free eye exams and eye glasses for qualified applicants 910-483-2719 Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Services: www.vba.va.gov/bln/vre/index.htm is a web site that provides a variety of resources for Veterans, including information regarding employment and vocational services and assistance. Vocational Rehab-Fayetteville NC http://dvr.dhhs.state.nc.us is a Client Assistance Program that helps people understand and use rehabilitation services, it encourages rights and responsibilities for the consumer and shows people with disabilities how to obtain services. 1200 Fairmont Court, Fayetteville, NC 28304 910-486-1101 POC-Ellen Scherling-Morales, MA, OTR/L, CRCUnit Manager Ellen.Morales@dhhs.nc.gov Walter Reed- Angels of Mercy www.supportourwounded.org serve our wounded military and their families at Walter Reed Army Medical Center and National Naval Medical Center by providing assistance to combat support hospitals in zone and clothing and school supplies for Afghan and Iraqi children Warrior Care/National Resource Directory www.warriorcare.mil serves as a portal to various resources for active-duty military, Veterans, a family member or a concerned neighbor. Women Veterans of America www.wvanational.org is a voice for women who have served and are serving in the Armed Forces. They advocate for women Veterans rights, issues and benefits. Women Veterans Health www1.va.gov/wvhp addresses the health care needs of eligible women Veterans, providing appropriate, timely, and compassionate health care at the facility level. Wounded Heroes Foundation www.woundedheroesfund.net provides care packages to injured men and women of the armed forces and provides financial and other assistance in situations where the military is not equipped or able to assist Veterans. Wounded Marine Careers Foundation www.woundedmarinecareers.org serves all branches of the US Military and provides skill-based training and job placement for motivated disabled Vets who seek new careers in the civilian entertainment industry. Wounded Warrior Program- Army Wounded Warrior Program www.aw2.army.mil is the official U.S. Army program that assists, provides f/u and advocates for severely wounded, ill, and injured Soldiers, Veterans, and their Families, wherever they are located, for as long as it takes to assist with transition from military service into the civilian community. AW2 provides individualized support to this unique population of Soldiers, who were injured or became ill during their service in Overseas Contingency Operations since 9/11. Wounded soldiers are eligible for a wide array of benefits in order to help them recover physically, prepare financially and build their skills for a rewarding career. Wounded Warrior Project www.woundedwarriorproject.org seeks to assist those men and women of our armed forces who have been severely injured during the conflicts in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other hot spots around the world. 877-TEAM-WWP Wounded Warrior Resource Center www.woundedwarriorresourcecenter.com is a Department of Defense Web site which provides wounded Service Members, their families, and caregivers with information they need on military facilities, health care

services, and benefits. It supports access to the Wounded Warrior Resource Call Center and trained specialists who are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by phone at 1-800-342-9647 or by e-mail at wwrc@militaryonesource.com. Yellow Ribbon Fund www.YellowRibbonFund.org is for any injured SM undergoing tx at WRAMC or Bethesda Naval-202-7822071/301-295-6111 Yellow Ribbon Program www.yellowribbonfoundation.com helps fulfill the unmet needs (medical, education, food, shelter, clothing) of those who have served in the United States military via the: ARMY, NAVY, AIR FORCE, MARINES & COAST GUARD YMCA-Armed Services (ASYMCA) www.asymca.org is a non-profit 501(c) (3) organization and a national member association of the YMCA of the USA that works with the DoD. They offer essential programs such as childcare, hospital assistance, spouse support services, food services, computer training classes, health and wellness services, and holiday meals, among many others. They operate at 16 dedicated branch locations and nine affiliated community YMCAs, as well as 6 DoD/Department of Homeland Security affiliates worldwide. WW organizations: TD Foundation- www.tdfoundation.org -help needy families and children both nationally and internationally with their most basic living needs including medical care. We will raise funds in the US and then use them to arrange for medical treatment and/or purchase critical daily items Hope for the Warriors- www.hopeforthewarriors.org -enhance Q of Life for US service members and their families affected by injury or death. Specifically with regard to short and long-term care of severely injured. -spouse scholarships ($5,000) -Warrior House- provides transitional adaptive living until they find home. -Warriors Wish-a lot like make a wish found. Operation Second Chance- www.operationsecondchance.org WALTER-REED MC -facilitate transition of wounded back to civilian society -Project Big Woods-free lodging to families/soldiers -assist in mods to houses for disabled Wheelers for the Wounded- www.wftw-sa.org SAN ANTONIO, TX CHAPTER -weekend retreat w/off-roading, fishing, camping Warrior Strengthening Program (WSP) MARINE CORPS LOGISTICS BASE, BARSTOW, CA -helps soldiers suffering from PTSD and CS (combat stress) Give an Hour- www.giveanhour.org WALTER-REED MC and other areas -provides free, confidential mental health counseling to SM and families Challenge America- www.challengeamerica.com -adaptive recreation -develop recreational and occupational programs for wounded vets Air Compassion for Vets- www.aircompassionforveterans.org -provides free medically-related air transport for troops, vets, family members -Mercy Medical Airlift, Angel flight, commercial airlines, air ambulance Quality of Life Foundation- www.qolfoundation.org -provides resources to families who act as full-time caregivers for traumatic injured SMs Freedom Alliance- www.freedomalliance.org -mission is to advance the American heritage of freedom by honoring and encouraging military service, defending the sovereignty of the United States and promoting a strong national defense. Higher Ground- www.hgvets.org SUN VALLEY, IDAHO

-provide active duty SMs and vets with adaptive outdoor programs (skiing, fishing, etc...). Also focus on improving relationships with family-offer programs to children, teens, adults. free of charge.

Soldiers Angels- www.soldiersangels.org -volunteers provide care packages to deployed soldiers -provides aid and support to wounded heroes and families -provides support for babies and toddlers of deployed heroes Tragedy assistance program for survivors- www.taps.org -offers immediate and long term emotional help, hope, and healing to anyone grieving death of SM -provide peer mentors -24 hour/day support 1-800-959-TAPS -Good Grief Camps for young survivors Operation One Voice- www.operationonevoice.org BILL AND LAIRD, ATLANTA -raises funds and awareness for financial needs of children and families of wounded and fallen SOF SMs. ORGs TO EMAIL Hunting/Fishing programs in NC Anna Frese is with WWP, she is the sister of a seriously wounded veteran. Her father started a non for profit to help provide supportive hunting expeditions in the central east coast areas. Most are in NC. Anna Frese afrese@woundedwarriorproject.org would be happy to put you in touch with her Dad for those opportunities, plus she surely has access to a POC for some of the other programs. Plus Anna will have information about some of the caregiver retreats. I have spoken with her and she is aware of the recent developments in Jeremys life and the need for additional outside support, however I have not wanted to muddy the waters by pulling in a bunch of different people to contact Jeremy or his Mom. So she will wait on your input. FRC The FRC program can be very helpful however not all FRCs are created equal. If Jeremys current case manager @ the Durham VA can not get something accomplished for him I would strongly suggest using the services of the FRC. If they do not like the FRC they currently have they should contact the main FRC office and get a new one assigned. That number is 1-877-732-4456 Bethesda Medication Management Help If medication management or mental health issues are making it difficult for Jeremy to continue on the path of recovery it might be a good idea for him to ask for a referral to see Dr Williamson at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda (previously the National Naval Medical Center). I have found Dr Williamson to be one of the few physicians who truly knows neuro pharmacology and the difficulties that a rise post injury. His expertise is really post brain injury, but I have a good relationship with him and would be willing to connect Jeremy & his Mom with him if nothing more than for a consultation. If you would like to know more just let me know..or take a look at some of the press that has been done on him and his program. http://www.defense.gov//News/NewsArticle.aspx?ID=60955 http://www.defense.gov//News/NewsArticle.aspx?ID=60974 http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=61000 http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=61017 A Washington Post article http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/10/01/AR2010100106339.html

Home Cleaning Household Maintenance Torrey Shannons husband is a combat wounded veteran; she is a friend and works with Cleaning for Heroes. Their organization has successfully connected cleaning services (and other household services) with wounded veterans. Services are provided FREE to the veteran for a period of time, normally 3-4 months, but some have been extended for the well being of the veteran. Torrey can be reached @ Cleaning for Heroes torrey@cleaningforheroes.org Please mention that I referred you.. More information can be found on their web site http://cleaningforheroes.org/ Additional Caregiver supports & resources AVBI (the organization I founded) has a live chat room for open discussion on Tuesday evenings http://AVBI.org. Although most caregivers who visit AVBI are dealing with a veteran who suffered a brain injury, we would welcome Jeremys mom to the discussions. There is also another new org just for veterans caregivers and it can be found here http://www.veterancaregiver.com/. The National Directory http://www.nationalresourcedirectory.gov/family_and_caregiver_support/caregiver_support/support_groups

also has a list of additional programs for caregivers; some of them are very good and provide retreats. Ive learned sometimes its just good to VENT, so please let her know about these resources. Meeting additional needs There are many organizations that have proven helpful for additional services and or providing comfort items. Here is just a small list of some of the ones I have found helpful. - www.saluteheroes.org (Coalition to Support Americas Heroes - they can provide financial assistance, help for your family members to travel to see you in the hospital.lots of things, just fill out the online form, then follow updoes require a lot of follow up) https://www.pentagonfoundation.org/index.asp (Pentagon Federal Credit Union Foundation there is a detailed application process to ensure it is truly an unmet need but great group to work with) http://www.saluteinc.org/ (Salute Inc. look under programs section for application of this Chicago based organization) www.Operationfirstresponse.org (Operation First Response - fill out the online request, dont forget to follow up with call) www.semperfifund.org (Semper Fi Fund - must be a marine or been attached to a marine unit on deployment when injuries took place.they are the BEST!) www.usacares.us (USA Cares - fill out the online form and then follow up with a phone call) www.armedforcesfoundation.org (Armed Forces Foundation go to the family assistance button to read more about their qualification and application process their grants are only granted once) www.soldierfoundation.org (The American Soldier Foundation - provides support for military service members and their dependents with various items, food, rent) http://www.hopeforthewarriors.org/index.html (Hope For The Warriors a very well run program with many options to include direct assistance and Warriors Wish) fd http://www.fallenpatriotfund.org/index.html (Fallen Patriot Fund - This fund is part of the Mark Cuban Foundation, a thorough application is available on their website under grant request) http://www.operationfamilyfund.org/aboutus.asp (Operation Family Fund look under the DONATE page for the e-mail address to write to in order to receive an application) http://www.aircompassionforveterans.org/oifoef (Air Compassion for Veterans the Afghanistan and Iraq Deployment Impact Fund provides an OEF/OIF verification form for applying for assistance) www.AMF100.org (American Military Family look under request aid for application)

Transportation/lodging needs (flights, rental cars, hotels, etc.) during hospitalization/rehab www.heromiles.org (Hero Miles - some restrictions apply, but it says that they will fly you to and from appointments with donated miles, this is also known as the Fisher House Foundation) http://www.yellowribbonfund.com/index.cfm (Yellow Ribbon Fund) www.Operationfirstresponse.org (Operation First Response application can be found under the SERVICE MEMBERS tab, after filling out the request, please dont forget to follow up with call) http://www.veteransairlift.com (Veterans Airlift Command - free air transportation for Wounded Warriors, Veterans and their family for medical or other compassionate purposes www.armedforcesfoundation.org (The Armed Forces Foundation - go to the family assistance button to read more about their qualification and application process their grants are only granted once) www.aircompassionforveterans.org (Air Compassion for Veterans please look under direct assistance to find contact phone numbers to discuss your flight needs)

http://www.angelflightveterans.org/ (Angel Flight for Veterans - provides assistance in flying Veteran and/or family members to medical/rehab appts.)

Organizations that help to build or adapt homes www.homesforourtroops.org (Homes For Our Troops - they will build you a house at no cost if accepted) www.buildinghomesforheroes.com (Building Homes For Heroes) www.rebuildingtogether.org/ (Rebuilding Together) www.sentinelsoffreedom.org/ (Sentinels of Freedom - you have to agree to go to school and get back to work to join this program. It is a selection process) Rental Cars http://www.yellowribbonfund.com/index.cfm (Yellow Ribbon Fund - assistance with rental cars is one of many items they assist with) www.soldierfoundation.org (Soldier Foundation - will help with a rental car) And finally Kim Munoz at the Quality of Life Foundation is another friend and has been a great person to get community involvement to provide basic necessities or meeting specific needs, like the bed you speak of in your letter. Kims contact information is Kimberly Munoz kmunoz@qolfoundation.org Executive Director: Quality of Life Foundation (703) 496 9050 office (816) 665 1400 cell www.qolfoundation.org Again, if you do call or email her, mention my name..it might help expedite the process

FORUMS AND INFO: Ask any question in regards to your injury and have people from all over the world in similar conditions that will provide you answers. Updated equipment, research, meds, clinical trials, and classifieds to buy/sell equipment new and used. www.apparelyzed.com www.sci.rutgers.edu www.christopherreeve.org www.paraquad.org.au www.pushrim.com www.spinalcord.org www.thescizone.com www.wheelchairjunkie.com

EQUIPMENT & MED SUPPLIES

www.spinalistips.se all in one site www.grovergear.com all in one site www.gimpgear.us all in one site www.makoa.org all in one site www.newmobility.com - all in one site www.abledata.com all in one site www.aquaticaccess.com pool equip www.aquilacorp.com VA & Tricare approved inflatable/deflatable cushion www.easecushion.com VA & Tricare approved inflatable/deflatable cushion www.hippocampe.co.uk beach chair www.beachcomber.com beach chair www.beadaptive.com adaptive hunting & fishing equipment www.digitaljournal.com bionic legs walking assistance www.bodywarmer.com underlay electrical heating system www.ambucs.com bikes and hand cycles benefit organization if need a bike contact me and I will provide more info and an application www.bike-on.com tandem hybrid hand cycle www.frankmobility.com great product covered by Tricare and VA. Assists with propelling your wheels by providing power with each push on a manual wheelchair. www.restorative-therapies.com great piece of equipment for conditioning and leg strengthening FES Bike. A friend of mine just had one approved through the Richmond VA. Contact me and I can provide more info www.gofreewheel.com Great front wheel attachment for manual chair to allow you to roll over tough terrain and sand VA & Tricare covered www.spinalcordinjury-paralysis.org manual chair motor www.nuprodx.com portable shower chair www.wheelability.com portable vehicle hand controls www.jaecoorthopedic.com quad reacher www.dslocks.net easy lock wheelchair brakes www.gimpgear.us Wii accessible controllers www.vacationgadgets.com www.nanopac.com dragon speak computer dictate software Environmental Control Unit (ECU)- Allows you to control multiple items within your home via

Bluetooth, cell phone, or emote. (TV, Doors, phone, computer, lights, thermostat, etc.) www.broadenedhorizons.com VA contracted www.saje-tech.com www.jdstechnologies.com

HOME ADAPTIONS www.accesshomeamerica.com www.adaptiveenvironments.org www.barrierfree.org www.coolhouseplans.com www.wheelchairnet.org www.wasauna.com bathtub www.sealy.com beds www.electropedicbeds.com beds www.lpadjustablebeds.com beds www.brookstone.com the king of TV lounge chairs, does everything but bring you a beer. www.hometoys.com innovative home products site. Everything costs an arm and a leg but its a good site for anyone www.opulentitems.com - innovative home products site. Everything costs an arm and a leg but its a good site for anyone

TREATMENT OPTIONS www.thescizone.com -1st FDA stem cell patient in USA www.berkeleybionics.com www.braingate2.org crazy things they are doing with brain stimulation. Thats as bout as scientific as I can put it. Ex. A fell operating a power chair with just his brain. www.centerwatch.com clinical trials www.medra.com Fetal Stem cell treatment www.ndimedical.com a device that is surgically implanted and acts as an electrical central nervous system. Assists with muscle function for paralyzed people. www.aolnews.com new stem cell treatment in the US www.stemcellschina.com advanced stem cell treatment using the peripheral nerves from the

nose to bridge the gap of the injury. Making huge strides. www.xcell-center.com Stem cell German facility www.aolnews.com new stem cell treatment in the US www.stemcellschina.com advanced stem cell treatment using the peripheral nerves from the nose to bridge the gap of the injury. Making huge strides. www.xcell-center.com Stem cell German facility www.clinicaltrials.gov past, present future trials w/ info on how to volunteer

ADAPTIVE VEHICLES, VANS & DRIVING EQUIPMENT www.mobilityconquest.com wheelchair motorcycles & handicap trikes www.disableddealer.com new/used accessible autotrader www.fminow.com www.goshichi.com pretty awesome truck mod, has contract with VA www.rollxvans.com VANS www.rynomobility.com Various adapted vehicles www.bruno.com accessible lift system www.futureoptions.com truck mod HOMECARE- nation wide homecare agencies. Once you have been accessed and approved as a client you can receive caregiver assistance at any branch they are located. Good for travel to set up service w/ some prior planning www.seniorhelpers.com great agency www.seniormag.com www.interimhealthcare.com -covered by VA in most areas www.nationwidehealthcare.com www.maximhealthcare.com -covered by VA in most areas MEDICATION AND SUPPLIES: www.drugs.com log all your meds to understand how to properly take them, dosages, side effects, meds that should not be taken together, etc, www.express-scripts.com Have meds shipped to you on routine basis through Tricare www.mymedicare.gov - Have meds shipped to you on routine basis through Medicare. Track claims, records etc. www.tricare4u.com Track claims, records, regulations, etc. through Tricare4life. Have meds shipped to you on routine basis through Tricare www.myhealth.va.gov - Track claims, records, regulations, etc. through VA. Have meds and supplies shipped to you on routine basis through the VA.

ACCESSIBLE TRAVEL WEBSITES: www.amtrakvacations.com/home.php www.disabledtravelers.com/http://emerginghorizons.com/ www.isla-aguada.com/ www.sath.org/ www.suite101.com/content/accessible-vacations-a19849 www.worldonwheelz.com/ www.waypointcharter.com/accessible_travel.htm Fully catered to your needs private or group yacht cruises at some great places.

MILITARY SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS: www.9linellc.com www.amvets.org www.aw2.army.mil www.intheirboots.com www.paws4vets.org www.qolfoundation.org www.gibill.va.gov www.teamriverrunner.org www.challengeamerica.com www.combatconnect.com www.greenberetfoundation.org www.heartbeatforwarriors.org www.heroestohometowns.org www.homesforourtroops.org www.legion.org www.hopeforthewarriors.org www.independencefund.org www.myarmyonesource.com www.nod.org www.operationhomefront.net www.ourforgottenwarriors.org www.pva.org

www.scottrigsbyfoundation.org www.segs4vets.org www.fortbraggmwr.com www.shepherd.org www.specialops.org www.stillservingveterans.org www.vets4vets.us www.woundedwarriorproject.org

VETERAN BENEFITS www.shop.aafes.com www.dmdc.osd.mil www.dmdc.osd.mil www.veteransadvantage.com

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