Veterans Crisis Line
Are you a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one?
Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of them are Veterans themselves. If you are feeling anxious, alone, having thoughts of suicide, or simply feel like you need extra support, the Veterans Crisis line is a great resource. A trained responder will answer your call, text, or chat and ask you a few questions. You can decide how much you want to share. It is free, confidential, and available 24/7.
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Course Materials
Here you will find a collection of the handouts and documents within each module. To open the document, click on the document name.
Additional Resources
Below is a list of additional VA resources that you can use to learn more about the topics presented in this course. To learn more, click the resource name or use the website address.
General Resources
The War Related Illness and Injury Study Center (WRIISC)
The WRIISC is a national program that develops and provides post-deployment expertise to Veterans and their health care providers through clinical care, research, education, and risk communication.
VA Whole Health Program
The VA's Whole Health website provides access to videos, handouts, and other resources about diet, exercise, sleep, stress management, social relationships, and more.
Environmental Health Registry Evaluations
Here you can learn more about getting a registry evaluation, a free voluntary medical assessment for Veterans who may have been exposed to certain environmental hazards during military service.
Food and Drink Resources
VA Nutrition and Food Services
The VA's Nutrition and Food Services website provides access to recipes, nutrition blogs, and many other resources.
Healthy Teaching Kitchen YouTube Channel
On this website, you can watch video recipes from VA Dietitian Nutritionists via the Healthy Teaching Kitchen YouTube Channel.
Moving the Body Resources
MOVE! Program
Visit the MOVE! Program's website to access handouts and videos about physical activity, weight management, and the MOVE! Mobile app.
WRIISC's STAR Well-Kit
View videos on YouTube from the WRIISC's STAR Well-Kit, a web-based toolkit for learning about wellness practices and Integrative Medicine tools for Veterans, including low impact physical activities such as yoga and qi gong.
Overcoming Obstacles Resources
Moving Forward: Overcoming Life's Challenges
This is a free, anonymous, online course that provides problem-solving tactics for Veterans, Servicemembers and their families.
Moving Forward Mobile App
The Moving Forward mobile app provides on-the-go tools and education for effective problem-solving and stress reduction.
Recharge Resources
CBT-I: Veteran's Health Library
Use this resource to learn more about cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), an evidence-based treatment for people who have trouble sleeping (insomnia).
Path to Better Sleep
This free, anonymous web course was designed to identify and treat insomnia and screen for other sleep disorders.
Power of the Mind Resources
VA Mental Health Services
This site allows you to learn more about how you or someone you care about can connect with mental health support through in-person appointments at local VA facilities, telehealth sessions, and online resources.
Manage Stress: National Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
Use this website to access stress management resources, including guided meditations and relaxation exercises.
Mindfulness Coach
The Mindfulness Coach is a mobile app developed to help Veterans learn how to practice mindfulness, which has been shown to be helpful for reducing stress and helping people cope with unpleasant thoughts and emotions.
PTSD Coach
Use the PTSD Coach, which is a mobile app designed for those who have, or may have, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Diaphragmatic Breathing Video
You can practice diaphragmatic breathing on your own. But some people find it helpful to listen to a guided demonstration. This video was created as part of the War Related Illness and Injury Study Center's Star Well-Kit.
Body Scan Technique Video
Like diaphragmatic breathing, you can practice the body scan technique on your own. But when you are new at practicing this skill, it can be helpful to have someone guide you through the process. This video was created as part of the War Related Illness and Injury Study Center's Star Well-Kit.
Family Friends and Coworkers Resources
Parenting for Service Members and Veterans
Access this free, anonymous web course that provides military and Veteran parents with tools to strengthen their parenting skills and reconnect with their families.
Couples Coach
Access the Couples Coach, a mobile app, designed for partners who want to improve their relationship and explore new ways to connect.