Resources

https://988lifeline.org/ 

In 2020, Congress created a new free, 24/7 and confidential dialing code for mental health emergencies: 988. 

Now, you'll be able to dial or text 9-8-8 if you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis.

 https://www.va.gov/health-care/how-to-apply/ 

1-877-222-vets(8387)

  Call our toll-free hotline Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET to get help with your application. 

Apply online here:

 https://www.va.gov/health-care/apply/application/introduction 

https://www.codeofsupport.org

The Code of Support Foundation provides essential and critical one-on-one assistance to struggling service members, veterans and their families with the most complex needs. COSF has three programs, each designed to achieve our vision of bridging the military civilian divide.

https://www.coloradocoalition.org

303-293-2217

Colorado Coalition for the Homeless was established in 1984 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Founded by a group of individuals with a will to act on behalf of people experiencing homelessness in Colorado, they recognized the struggles of people living in poverty and built the Stout Street Clinic.

https://humanepro.org/

A new partnership between the Humane Society of the United States and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs that will connect qualified veterans with adoptable shelter pets, to the benefit of both.

 https://www.ddfl.org/solutionsvh/ 

 The Dumb Friends League Solutions – Veterinary Hospital exists to prevent and alleviate suffering in pets whose caretakers would otherwise be unable to provide this care. Out of respect for our clients and out of concern of creating barriers when documentation is challenging, we serve our clients on an honor system.  

 https://www.wearewithinreach.net/ 

 Throughout history, Americans have faced obstacles, barriers and challenges that seemed insurmountable. But because of our ability to reach beyond what we thought possible, we have solved some of society’s greatest challenges together.

As we face the tragedy of suicide in our nation, we must reach beyond what we have done before. We must change the way we think about, talk about, and address emotional pain and suffering. Suicide is preventable – but only if we empower ourselves and others with the knowledge, tools and resources we need to reach those who feel hopeless.

REACH is about preventing suicide. It is for and about everyone because we all have risk and protective factors that we need to recognize and understand.

When we REACH to those in need, we will provide hope. When we REACH because we are hurting, we will find help. When we REACH, we will prevent suicide.

Please join us.

https://www.caninepartnersoftherockies.org/

CaPR raises, trains and places highly skilled service dogs with Coloradans with a variety of disabilities. But we don’t stop there. To ensure that both the human and canine partner have a happy, fulfilling experience throughout the life of their partnership, CaPR stays in touch to provide hands-on support, encouragement and ongoing training when it’s needed. Focusing exclusively on Colorado lets us to be there for our partnerships.

 https://www.helpinghandsforfreedom.org/

Helping Hands for Freedom provides emergency financial assistance through donated funds to help military and Gold Star families that have lost a loved one or are suffering with injuries from combat, including PTSD, TBI and moral injuries. 

• Financial Assistance: This is for emergency financial life needs. These include mortgage or lease payments, car payments, utility and insurance bills and other serious short-term needs. A service member or spouse may only receive this assistance once a year from HHFF.
• Military and Gold Star Support Community Support: Life Enrichment experiences for children, parents and spouses that includes lunches for Gold Star spouses and Mothers, attendance at sports events, amusement parks, wildlife parks and other entertainment options.

https://www.maketheconnection.net/

 Watch Veterans and their family members share real stories of strength and recovery, find useful information and local mental health resources, and explore ways to show your support. 

https://www.medicareplans.com/va-military-and-medicare-benefits-resource/#how_va_health_care_and_medicare_work_together

Medicare is a federal program that provides health coverage for older adults and some younger adults with disabilities. If you have VA benefits due to your military service, you may be wondering if it’s worth signing up for Medicare when you already have access to care at VA facilities.

For many veterans, Medicare offers an extra level of protection against high out-of-pocket medical costs. Medicare coverage can also give you more flexibility when choosing doctors and hospitals that provide your care. The following guide explains how Medicare works with your VA benefits.

https://www.memorycare.com/veterans/

MemoryCare.com uses a dual approach of data-driven research and first-hand knowledge from aging experts, medical researchers, and its board of advisors to help caregivers and those living with dementia find the tools and resources they need to achieve the best possible quality of life, while maintaining cognitive function.

For those that need extra help, MemoryCare.com’s team of experts and researches have worked together to curate a list of the best memory care facilities in cities around the nation.