Veterans Crisis Line — dial 988, then press 1. Text 838255. Chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net.

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Veterans Crisis Line988 → 1Call 988 then press 1 · text 838255 · chat online, 24/7.
Vet Centersvetcenter.va.govCounseling for veterans and families — no VA enrollment required.
Military OneSource1-800-342-9647Free counseling and support up to 365 days after separation.
VA Mental Healthva.govPrograms for PTSD, depression, substance use and more.

Translate what you did into what's next.

DoD SkillBridgeskillbridge.osd.milPre-separation internships and training with civilian employers.
VA Careers & Employmentva.govVR&E, résumé help, job search and the civilian pivot.
DOL VETSdol.govEmployment resources, apprenticeships and job rights.
Hiring Our Heroeshiringourheroes.orgFellowships, hiring events and corporate pathways.
USAJOBS — Veteransusajobs.govFederal jobs and veterans' preference.

What you earned. How to claim it.

VA.govva.govDisability claims, health care enrollment, education and home loans.
VA Home Loansva.govThe VA loan — no down payment, no PMI.
Veterans Service Organizationsva.govFree, accredited help filing and appealing claims.

GI Bill, VR&E and going back to school.

GI Billva.govPost-9/11 GI Bill benefits and how to use them.
VR&E (Chapter 31)va.govVocational rehab, training and employment support.
Student Veterans of Americastudentveterans.orgCampus chapters and a community of student vets.

Build the thing. Here's the backup.

SBA — Veteran-Owned Businesssba.govBoots to Business, VBOCs and veteran loan programs.
SCOREscore.orgFree mentoring from experienced business owners.
Bunker Labsbunkerlabs.orgA national network for veteran and military-spouse entrepreneurs.

The home front, and finding your people.

Blue Star Familiesbluestarfam.orgResources and support for military families.
Team RWBteamrwb.orgFitness, community and connection for veterans.
The Mission Continuesmissioncontinues.orgVeteran-led service in your own community.
Team Rubiconteamrubiconusa.orgDisaster response — a new mission with a familiar crew.

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