You were not alone then, you are not alone now. There are 20 million vets who would give their lives for you. PLEASE, don't take yours.
After a traumatic experience, it's normal to feel frightened, sad, anxious, and disconnected. But if the upset doesn't fade and you feel stuck with a constant sense of danger and painful memories, you may be suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It can seem like you'll never get over what happened or feel normal again.
This is why we have created the "buddy-buddy" program. Veterans like you, that have shared a similar experience or trauma in one of our nations many conflicts, are available to talk with you openly and privately and help you deal with issues associated with your experience. If you are struggling, if you are in pain, if you just need to talk, please call.
Veterans Affairs
Veterans Crisis Hotline 1 (800) 273- 8255 press "1"
Veterans CHAT www.veteranscrisisline.net
Veterans TEXT 838255
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Countless veterans are currently suffering from life-threatening illnesses that are a result of exposure to asbestos, a material that was commonly used in hundreds of military applications, products, and ships because of its resistance to fire. Veterans who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma qualify for special benefits from the U.S Department of Veteran Affairs.
Get a FREE Veterans Packet. VA Benefits for Veterans With Mesothelioma. Due to the military’s widespread asbestos use between the 1930s and early 1980s, veterans today have higher rates of mesothelioma than the general population.
As you may already know, of the 3,000 individuals diagnosed with mesothelioma every year, approximately 30% of them are veterans. The U.S. military used asbestos products for more than 40 years. If you’re a veteran and were exposed to this toxic dust, you may be entitled to federal benefits.
Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer caused by asbestos. It can develop in the linings of your lungs, abdomen or heart. There is currently no cure for mesothelioma, but many treatments exist that can extend a patient’s life and make them more comfortable.
Veterans who are homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness are strongly encouraged to contact the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at (877) 4AID-VET (877-424-3838) for assistance.
VA is committed to ending homelessness among Veterans. Our focus is threefold:
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For very low-income Veterans, SSVF provides case management and supportive services to prevent the imminent loss of a Veteran’s home or identify a new, more suitable housing situation for the individual and his or her family; or to rapidly re-house Veterans and their families who are homeless and might remain homeless without this assistance.
Through referrals and direct outreach, nonprofit agencies and community cooperatives use SSVF funding to quickly house Veterans and their families who are homeless and keep others from slipping into homelessness by providing time-limited supportive services that promote housing stability. Case management includes help securing VA and other benefits such as educational aid and financial planning.