► Resources for Grief & Trauma
Resources for PTSD:
READING FOR THERAPISTS
TF-CBT
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Trauma-Focused CBT for Children and Adolescents: Treatment Applications by Judith A. Cohen,
Anthony P. Mannarino, and Esther Deblinger
o Treating Trauma & Traumatic Grief in Children & Adolescents by Judith A. Cohen, Anthony P.
Mannarino, and Esther Deblinger
THERAPIST WORKBOOKS
o Cory Helps Kids Cope with Sexual Abuse: Playful Activities for Traumatized Children by Liana
Lowenstein
CLIENT WORKBOOKS
TF-CBT
o Dealing with Trauma: A TF-CBT Workbook for Teens by Alison Hendricks, Judith A. Cohen,
Anthony P. Mannarino, and Esther Deblinger (free)
o Tu Libro de Actividades de TF-CBT by Alison Hendricks, Judith Cohen, Anthony Mannarino, &
Esther Deblinger (free)
o Your Very Own TF-CBT Workbook by Alison Hendricks, Judith A. Cohen, Anthony P. Mannarino,
and Esther Deblinger (free)
WORKBOOKS for CHILDREN
o Finding Sunshine After the Storm: A Workbook for Children Healing from Sexual Abuse by Curtis
Holmes and Sharon McGee
o No More Hurt: A Children’s Workbook about Recovering from Abuse by Wendy Deaton &
Kendall Jackson
o When Something Terrible Happens: Children Can Learn to Cope with Grief (workbook) by Marge
Heegaard
o When Someone Very Special Dies: Children Can Learn to Cope with Grief (workbook) by Marge
Heegard
WORKBOOKS for TEENS
o The Me Nobody Knows: A Guide for Teen Survivors by Barbara Bean & Shari Bennett
o The PTSD Workbook for Teens by Libbi Palmer
PSYCHOEDUCATION
POST-TRAUMATIC REACTIONS / PTSD
o Healing Days: A Guide for Children Who Have Experienced Trauma by Susan Farber Straus
o A Terrible Thing Happened by Margaret Holmes
PARENTING
1-2-3 Magic: 3 Step Discipline for Calm, Effective, and Happy Parenting by Thomas Phelan
How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish
No Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child’s Developing
Mind by Daniel Siegel & Tina Payne Bryson
o The No Drama Discipline Workbook by Daniel Siegel & Tina Payne Bryson
Out of Control: Why Disciplining Your Child Doesn’t Work and What Will by Dr. Shefali Tsabary
Parenting the Strong-Willed Child by Rex Forehand & Nicholas Long
Parenting Your Out-of-Control Teenager: 7 Steps to Reestablish Authority and Reclaim Love by Scott
Sells
Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child by John Gottman & Joan Declaire
The Conscious Parent: Transforming Ourselves, Empowering Our Children by Dr. Shefali Tsabary
Try and Make Me! Simple Strategies that Turn Off the Tantrums and Create Cooperation by Ray
Levy, Bill O’Hanlon, and Tyler Norris Goode
RELAXATION SKILLS
The Relaxation & Stress Reduction Workbook by Davis, Eshelman, & McKay (for adults)
The Relaxation & Stress Reduction Workbook for Kids by Shapiro, Sprague, & McKay
Angry Octopus: An Anger Management Story (introducing progressive muscle relaxation and deep
breathing) by Lori Lite
Master of Mindfulness: How to Be Your Own Superhero in Times of Stress by Lori Grossman & Mr.
Musemici’s 5th Grade Class
Meditation is an Open Sky by Whitney Stewart
Mindful Movements: Ten Exercises for Well-being by Thich Nhat Hanh
Peaceful Piggy Yoga by Kerry Lee MacLean
AFFECTIVE IDENTIFICATION & MODULATION
Double-Dip Feelings: Stories to Help Children Understand Emotions by Barbara Cain
Josh’s Smiley Faces: A Story About Anger by Gina Ditta-Donahue
The Feelings Book: The Care & Keeping of Your Emotions by Dr. Lynda Madison
The Way I Feel by Janan Cain
Today I Feel Silly and Other Moods That Make My Day by Jamie Lee Curtis
COGNITIVE COPING
I Believe in Me by Connie Bowen
I Think, I Am! Teaching Kids the Power of Affirmations by Louise Hay & Kristina Tracy
The Little Engine That Could by Watty Piper
No More Stinking Thinking: A Workbook for Teaching Children Positive Thinking by Joann Altiero
Ready for Anything by Keiko Kasza
The Can Do Duck: A Story About Believing in Yourself by Ducktor Morty
The Hyena Who Lost Her Laugh: A Story About Changing Your Negative Thinking by Jessica LambShapiro
TRAUMA NARRATIVE
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
o A Safe Place to Live: A Story for Children Who Have Experienced Domestic Violence by Michelle
Harrison
o Mommy’s Black Eye: Children Dealing with Domestic Violence by William George Bentrim
o When Mommy Got Hurt (domestic violence) by Ilene Lee and Kathy Sylwester
FOSTER CARE
o Finding the Right Spot: When Kids Can’t Live with Their Parents by Janice Levy
o Maybe Days: A Book for Children in Foster Care by Jennifer Wilgocki, Marcia Kahn Wright, &
Alissa Imre Geis
PHYSICAL ABUSE
o Helping Families Heal by Runyon, Cooper, & Glick
o My Mom Has a Bad Temper by Beverly Hopkins
SEXUAL ABUSE
o Kids Helping Kids Break the Silence of Sexual Abuse by Linda Lee Folz
o Please Tell! A Child’s Book About Sexual Abuse by Jessie
TRAUMATIC GRIEF
o Ready to Remember: Jeremy’s Journey of Hope & Healing by Goodman, Miller, & Cohen (free)
o Rosie Remembers Mommy: Forever in Her Heart by Goodman, Miller, Cohen, & Lieberman
(free)
OTHER TRAUMAS
o The Night Dad Went to Jail: What to Expect When Someone You Love Goes to Jail by Melissa
Higgins
IN VIVO EXPOSURE
You’ve Got Dragons by Kathryn Cave
ENHANCING SAFETY SKILLS
SAFETY
o Blue Cheese Breath & Stinky Feet: How to Deal with Bullies by Catherine DePino
o Do You Have a Secret? (Let’s Talk About It) by Jennifer Moore-Mallinos
o I Said No! A Kids Guide to Keep Private Parts Private by Kimberly King & Zack King
o It’s MY Body: A Book to Teach Young Children How to Resist Uncomfortable Touch by Lory
Britain
o Let’s Talk About Taking Care of You: An Educational Book About Body Safety by Lori Stauffer &
Esther Deblinger (versions for preschool and elementary age, as well as a workbook and
personal safety activity book)
o No More Secrets for Me! by Orly Wachter
o The Teen Relationship Workbook by Kerry Moles
o The Trouble with Secrets by Karen Johnsen
o Uncle Willy’s Tickles: A Child’s Right to Say No by Marcie Aboff
o You Touch, I Tell! by Chi Hosseinion
o Your Body Belongs to You by Cornelia Maude Spelman
BODIES & SEXUALITY
o Amazing You!: Getting Smart About Your Private Parts by Gail Saltz
o Asking About Sex and Growing Up: A Question and Answer Book for Kids by Joanna Cole
o Bellybuttons Are Navels by Mark Schoen
o Changing Bodies, Changing Lives: A Book for Teens on Sex and Relationships by Ruth Bell
o It’s Perfectly Normal: Changing Bodies, Growing Up, Sex & Sexual Health by Robie Harris
o My Body, My Self For Girls by Lynda Madaras and Area Madaras
o What’s Happening to My Body? Book for Boys by Lynda Madaras and Area Madaras
o Where Did I Come From? The facts of life without any nonsense or illustrations by Peter Mayle
RELAXATION
Yoga Pretzel by Tara Guber
Practice bending, twisting, breathing, relaxing and more with Yoga Pretzels, a vibrant and colorful set of illustrated cards that provide a healthy dose of fun and education while teaching all the basics of yoga to help your head and heart.
Founded by Tara Guber and directed by Leah Kalish, Yoga Ed. develops health and wellness courses and materials that educate children, teachers and parents about the benefits of yoga! Our friends Tara and Leah co-wrote our Yoga Pretzels Deck, an exciting, educational addition to our Yoga Pretzels collection! Please visit the Yoga Ed. website to find out more about how to bring Yoga Ed. to your school or community!
List compiled by the Episcenter of Pennsylvania http://www.episcenter.psu.edu/sites/default/files/ebp/TF-CBT-Book-List.pdf
Other PTSD resources:
June is PTSD awareness month, and I’d like share with you some of our most popular evidence-based articles on PTSD and addiction. These pieces are informative resources :
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https://luxury.rehabs.com/
https://www.projectknow.com/
Thank you to Megan Bishop of the AmericanAddictionCenters.org for these wonderful resources of not only addiction, also of PTSD, a big part of their advocacy.
PTSD resources for victims of violence and exploitation. Traumatic experiences take a tremendous toll on its victims; and it’s unfortunate that 60 to 80 percent of victims of a traumatic event will suffer from PTSD at some point in their lives. Struggling to handle these burdens can lead to substance misuse as a way to self-medicate and temporarily self soothe.
In the spirit of lending a helping hand to our online readers and anyone seeking help. Please find educational material on how to identify symptoms, types of PTSD, and ways to seek treatment.
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Information about those who have suffered trauma and could also be struggling with addiction. Let’s raise awareness about the concerns of PTSD, substance abuse and how to get help.
https://www.floridarehab.com/
Thank you to Alana Brenner, Awareness Advocate;The Recovery Village Palm Beach® | an Advanced Recovery Systems Brand for this information.
It was near and dear to my heart to put together these great books to read to Young Readers on the topic of Grief and Loss: “The Two of Them.” By Aliki “The day she was born, her grandfather made her a ring of silver and a polished stone, because he loved her already.” Through the years, the little girl and her grandfather share so many happy times — playing by the sea, walking in the mountains, working in his store. And when he grows sick, she takes care of him with as much love as he always showed her. “Mom Has Cancer. ” by Jennifer Moore-Mallinos The sensitively written Let’s Talk About It Books encourage preschool-age and early-grades children to explore their feelings, deal with problems that trouble them, and understand others who have problems of their own. Each title speaks to a particular concern that children might encounter in the course of growing up. All books in this series have appealing color illustrations on every page, and are available in both English and Spanish language editions. A short section at the back of each book offers related advice to parents. This book points out that a diagnosis that Mom has cancer is as frightening for her children as it is for her. The story describes such a situation, helping kids understand how Mom requires special medical care on her path toward regaining health. When a close friend or family member dies, it can be difficult for children to express their feelings. This book helps boys and girls understand that death is a natural complement to life, and that grief and a sense of loss are normal feelings for them to have following a loved one’s death. Titles in this sensitively presented series explore the dynamics of various relationships experienced by children of preschool through early school age. Kids are encouraged to understand personal feelings and social problems as a first step in dealing with them. Written by psychotherapist and counselor Pat Thomas, these books promote positive interaction among children, parents, and teachers. The story lines are simple and direct–easily accessible to younger children. There are full-color illustrations on every page.► Great Books on Grief and Loss
I Miss You: A First Look at Death Paperback – January 1, 2001
o Goodbye Mousie by Robie Harris
o I Miss You: A First Look at Death by Pat Thomas
o What On Earth Do You Do When Someone Dies? by Trevor Romain
o When Dinosaurs Die: A Guide to Understanding Death by Laurie Krasny Brown
“The Heart and the Bottle.” By Oliver Jeffers
Once there was a girl whose life was filled with wonder at the world around her. Then one day something happened that made the girl take her heart and put it in a safe place. However, after that it seemed that the world was emptier than before. But would she know how to get her heart back?
“You Hold Me and I’ll Hold You.” By Jo Carson
When a small girl hears her father’s aunt has died and they must drive to Tennessee for the funeral, she worries about how different it will be from her backyard service for their hamster. It’s so different in a church when relatives cry and a preacher is saying all the stuff he’s thought of. Death is enormous then, and that’s when comfort (You hold me, says Daddy, and I’ll hold you) is most precious. Full-color illustrations Hold Me and I Hold You.” By Jo Carson
“Mama” By Eleanor Schick
A child remembers special moments with Mama and starts to feel better after grieving over her death, in a soothing picture book with a message of hope for young children learning to cope after a loss.
“Goodbye Mousie” By Robie H. Harris
One morning a boy finds that his pet, Mousie, won’t wake up. The truth is Mousie has died. At first the boy doesn’t believe it. He gets very mad at Mousie for dying, and then he feels very sad. But talking about Mousie, burying Mousie in a special box, and saying good-bye helps this boy begin to feel better about the loss of his beloved pet.
“What’s Heaven?” By Maria Shriver
Shriver provides a starting point–for people of all faiths–to discuss the difficult subject of death with their children in this story of a little girl whose grandmother has just died. Color illustrations. Major media coverage.
“When Someone Dies.” By Sharon Greenlee
In this simple book, counselor Sharon Greenlee explains the hurt, fear, and confusion felt by children and adults alike after a death has occurred. Accompanied by delicate watercolors, When Someone Dies offers suggestions for easing the pain, surviving the changes, and remembering the good times. 15 watercolor illustrations.
“The Cat Next Door.” By Betty Ren Wright
When her beloved grandmother dies, a little girl recalls the times she and her grandmother used to ride on a crocodile raft, make cookies and lemonade, have picnics, take boat rides, and wait for the cat next door.
“Ida, Always.” By Caron Levis and Charles Santoso
A beautiful, honest portrait of loss and deep friendship told through the story of two iconic polar bears.
“When Dinosaurs Die: A Guide to Understanding Death.” By Laurie Krasny Brown and Marc Brown
Books for Teenagers and Adults.
“Summerlost. ” By Ally Condie
A tender and compelling contemporary novel for young readers about facing loss and finding friendship, from Ally Condie, international bestselling author of the Matched series.
“The Thing about Jellyfish.” By Ali Benjamin
Twelve-year-old Suzy Swanson wades through her intense grief over the loss of her best friend by investigating the rare jellyfish she is convinced was responsible for her friend’s death.
“Coping When a Parent Dies ” by Janet Grosshandler-Smith
Offers teenagers comforting advice on how to cope with the grief – confusion – fears – and trauma of a parent’s death.
“The Only Game.” by Mike Lupica
In honor of my dear friend, mentor and confidant: David Bergstein. He was a Social Work Supervisor, a Poet, a Writer, an Educator. It was important for me to display his beautiful writings here:
“Margaret in the Forrest.” By David Bergstein : This series was inspired during a walk in the woods while trying to see the surroundings as a child might. Conclusion: Animals require specialized homes to live among us. Margaret Forrest is dedicated to learn all she can about how animals require their habitats to remain as they are. Margaret’s interests include, but are not limited to, teaching that a healthy Earth is a requirement for all living things (meaning you!) to be happy and healthy. [endsection]
Grief and Loss Resources: Webhealing.comTop Rated Grief and SympathyNew Bereavement Support Network DetailsChance’s SpotTop Rated DetailsCoping with the Loss of a Spouse DetailsDeath with DignityTop Rated DetailsGrief Healing DetailsGriefNet.orgTop Rated DetailsHospice Foundation of America DetailsJourney Through Grief DetailsKidsGrief They are also an educational and family resource for healthcare providers and educators. Some topics include: teachable moments, such as pet death; preparing kids to be at the bedside of someone who is dying; informing kids about a death; explaining Medical Assistance in Dying, and suicide, and more. KidsGrief.ca was developed by the Canadian Virtual Hospice and a team of grief experts and family advisors. Moving Beyond the Loss of an Ability MyGrief ObituariesHelp.org Pet Loss HelpTop Rated Scrapbook.com – Creating Memorial Albums After Loss This guide from Scrapbook.com explores how to approach the difficult subject of creating albums in memory of loved ones who have passed for funeral services, memorial services, record keeping and life sharing and more. Sympathy Message Ideas Sympathy Messages and Quotes Talking to Your Child About the Loss of a Loved OneTop Rated Tips for Better Managing Your Stress Trauma Grief & Recovery What to Write in a Sympathy Card WidowNetTop Rated► Grief and Loss Weblink Resources
Created by Tom Golden, LCSW, this website is devoted to helping people understand and deal with profound grief. Webhealing.com provides free resources for those experiencing loss, including articles and forums, as well as paid services and tools provided by Mr. Golden through his workshops and private practice.
http://webhealing.com/
Grief and Sympathy is written by nurse, health visitor and hospice matron Elizabeth Postle who had over 45 years experience helping the bereaved. The site has grown to be one of the foremost grief support websites on the net with over half a million users in 2018. This resource encompasses all types of loss including divorce, chronic illness, pet loss, disability, and grief due to a relative with Alzheimer’s disease as well as bereavement. It also includes poems, quotes, and advice for planning funerals and expressing sympathy.
https://www.griefandsympathy.com
This website is designed to answer many questions that come about after the death of a loved one. Includes very practical information and support that addresses topics such as care for the deceased, dealing with coroners and death registration, financial concerns, and caring for the bereaved.
http://bereavementsupport.co.uk
The Center for Complicated Grief seeks to improve the lives of people with complicated grief through a comprehensive program of outreach, education, training, and research. The Centers activities focus on four key areas:
https://complicatedgrief.columbia.edu/professionals/complicated-grief-professionals/overview/
Chance’s Spot is a great pet loss and support site, offering everything from pet tributes that anyone can add, a weekly newsletter, grief resources for grieving pet owners, and a thriving support group.
http://www.chancesspot.org/
Having a spouse die is a horrible and traumatic event in a person’s life. While a person probably never can completely cope with the loss of a spouse, Dr. Martin shows some simple and easy to understand steps that can help.
https://psychcentral.com/lib/coping-with-the-loss-of-a-spouse/|
This site provides resources to help cope with the loss of a loved one or prepare for the future. I really liked this site because it has so much useful information for someone who is losing a loved one.
https://www.deathwithdignity.org/
Developed by a certified bereavement counselor, this site offers information, comfort and support to those who are anticipating or mourning the loss of a loved one, whether human or animal. Includes articles on various aspects of loss as well as links to other resources.
http://www.griefhealing.com
Excellent site with loads of information and 37 email support groups, room for personal memorial pages, a site for kids support, and a guestbook for posting messages. I have been a volunteer for more than 4 years, after finding them when in great need, and know it’s an excellent resource and the support groups are very helpful. The director is Cendra Lynn and her email is Cendra@griefnet.org
http://griefnet.org|
The Hospice Foundation of America provides extensive information about the grieving process, including dozens of articles and useful information for anyone going through the grieving process. Articles include:
https://hospicefoundation.org/
Journey Through Grief provides various ways of learning to cope and deal with grief, trauma, loss and sorrow; from grief poems to the making of memory books, memorial gardens and more.
http://www.journey-through-grief.com/
KidsGrief.ca is a series of three learning modules that equip parents, guardians and other caregivers with evidence-based grief support strategies for children aged 2-18.
http://KidsGrief.ca
How can a person handle a loss of an ability? It may be something as eyesight, hearing, or it can be such things as walking, talking and others. What happens when a person loses abilities and how can they best help themselves?
https://psychcentral.com/lib/moving-beyond-the-loss-of-an-ability/
MyGrief.ca is an online support for people working through grief and loss or supporting someone who is grieving. Produced by Canadian Virtual Hospice in collaboration with a team of families, grief experts and partners, it consists of nine sections covering a variety of topics including: recognizing how grief affects you before and after death; facing emotions such as sadness, loneliness, anger, fear and guilt; managing situations that trigger grief; managing family dynamics; dealing with unhelpful comments and unwanted advice and more.
http://MyGrief.ca
ObituariesHelp.org is a helpful resource to you whether you are simply browsing through obituaries, building a family tree or have the unfortunate task of writing an obituary for a deceased loved one.
https://obituarieshelp.org/words_of_condolences_hub.html
PetLossHelp.Org is a website devoted to helping you manage the grieving process that follows the loss of an animal companion. Losing a precious pet can be among the most devastating experiences in a person’s life. Often we are overwhelmed with feelings that are so strong, we feel as if we cannot tolerate the intensity of the grief.
http://www.petlosshelp.org/
Scrapbooking after losing a loved one can be an emotional and challenging experience. It can also be therapeutic, helping us to grieve and heal after the loss, while keeping the memory of our loved one alive for us and helping us focus on happy memories.
https://www.scrapbook.com/articles/after-loss
A resource offering help and examples when struggling with finding the right words for a sympathy, bereavement or condolence message.
http://www.sympathymessageideas.com
This article from Trees for a Change offers an extensive list of sympathy message ideas and condolence quotes to help you express yourself after a loss of a friend or loved one.
https://www.treesforachange.com/pages/sympathy-message-ideas-condolence-quotes-sympathy-card-ideas
A series of articles written for family and parents trying to understand how to best talk to their children about the loss or death of someone close to them. The articles explain how children should be approached about death, whether they should attend the funeral, and how you should approach the topic when talking to them based upon their age and individual needs.
https://psychcentral.com/lib/talking-to-your-child-about-the-loss-of-a-loved-one/
There has to be a better way. Stewing around in life, upset because things did not turn out the way they were supposed to is not the best way to deal with your life. You deserve better. Do you want to learn how to manage your stress better? You do? Click on this article, and find out how.
https://psychcentral.com/lib/tips-for-better-managing-your-stress/
An article entitled, “Terrorism: September 11, 2001 Trauma Grief and Recovery,” written by Kathleen Nader, D.S.W.
http://www.giftfromwithin.org/html/PTSD-after-9-11-Trauma-Grief-and-Recovery.html
If you aren’t sure what to say in a sympathy card then this guide is perfect for you. It covers what to write, the etiquette, what not to say, as well as example messages, quotes, poems and more.
http://www.someonesentyouagreeting.com/what-to-write-in-a-sympathy-card/
Thank you for visiting WidowNet, an information and self-help resource for, and by, widows and widowers. Topics covered include grief, bereavement, recovery, and other information helpful to people, of all ages, religious backgrounds and sexual orientations, who have suffered the death of a spouse or life partner.
http://www.widownet.org/
Telemedicine Resources: I am honor to partner with the telemedicine industry to help people navigate this new development in therapy. As you know, it can be an affordable, private and convenient way to speak with a counselor, yet instruction on “how to use” online therapy is suggested. Here are how the different companies compare to each other: https://www.consumersadvocate. It’s most likely no surprise to you, but BetterHelp finished as our first choice for consumers. And, in a round-about way, our research commends our practice decision to work with them! Would love to share this research with as many as possible! Brought to you by Shannon with Consumers Advocate — we do our best to take complicated subjects and make them understandable.► Resources for Telemedicine
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NVF Lifeline for Vets – 1-888-777-4443 VASH Program – The HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) program combines Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) rental assistance for homeless Veterans with case management and clinical services provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). VA provides these services for participating Veterans at VA medical centers (VAMCs) and community-based outreach clinics. SSVF – Under the SSVF program, VA awards grants to private non-profit organizations and consumer cooperatives who can provide supportive services to very low-income Veteran families living in or transitioning to permanent housing. Grantees provide eligible Veteran families with outreach, case management, and assistance in obtaining VA and other benefits, which may include: Health care services - Daily living services - Personal financial planning services - Transportation services - Fiduciary and payee services - Legal services - Child care services - Housing counseling services. In addition, grantees may also provide time-limited payments to third parties (e.g., landlords, utility companies, moving companies, and licensed child care providers) if these payments help Veteran families stay in or acquire permanent housing on a sustainable basis. List of SSVF Providers by State (Excel Doc) Homeless Veteran Stand Downs – Stand Downs are typically one- to three-day events providing supplies and services such as food, shelter, clothing, health screenings and VA Social Security benefits counseling to homeless Veterans. Veterans can also receive referrals to other assistance such as health care, housing solutions, employment, substance use treatment and mental health counseling. Stand Downs are collaborative events, coordinated between local VA Medical Centers, other government agencies and community-based homeless service providers. PATH (California) – PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) provides the support homeless Veterans need to successfully transition from living on the street to thriving in homes of their own. High quality supportive services are critical to ensuring the people we serve are able to not only move into permanent homes, but stay in those homes long-term. National Coalition for Homeless Veterans – The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans (NCHV) is the resource and technical assistance center for a national network of community-based service providers and local, state and federal agencies that provide emergency and supportive housing, food, health services, job training and placement assistance, legal aid and case management support for hundreds of thousands of homeless Veterans each year. VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Home – Veterans may receive vocational rehabilitation and employment services to help with job training, employment, resume development, and job seeking skills coaching. Other services may be provided to assist Veterans in starting their own businesses or independent living services for those who are severely disabled and unable to work in traditional employment. VA Employment Programs for Homeless Veterans – VA’s Compensated Work Therapy (CWT) Program is a national vocational program comprised of three unique programs which assist homeless Veterans in returning to competitive employment: Sheltered Workshop, Transitional Work, and Supported Employment. Veterans in CWT are paid at least the federal or state minimum wage, whichever is higher. American Job Centers – America’s Service Locator connects individuals to employment and training opportunities available at local American Job Centers. The website provides contact information for a range of local work-related services, including unemployment benefits, career development, and educational opportunities. National Veterans Foundation Job Board – A listing of jobs across the country at companies interesting in hiring Veterans Work for Warriors (Guard and Reserve) – Job Postings & Unit Vacancies. The California Military Department is a diverse, community-based organization comprised of four pillars: the California Army National Guard, the California Air National Guard, the California State Military Reserve and the California Youth and Community Programs. Small Business (SBA Veteran & Disabled Veterans) – If you are a Veteran or service-disabled Veteran, SBA has resources to help you start and grow your small business. Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health – Valor Program – The program provides specialty services to our Veterans through the Veterans and Loved Ones Recovery (VALOR) program. VA Care Providers Program – For Caregivers of Veterans. “VA values your commitment as a partner in our pledge to care for those who have “borne the battle,” and we have several support and service options designed with you in mind. The programs are available both in and out of your home to help you care for the Veteran you love and for yourself.” SAMHSA – The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA’s mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America’s communities. SAMHSA leads efforts to ensure that American servicemen and women and their families can access behavioral health treatment and services. For Addiction Support 24/7 Call SAMHSA: 800-662-4357 (HELP). AddictionResource – Veterans and Substance Abuse: The Many Sides of the Problem – Addiction Resource was founded in 2014 to provide a community for those recovering from addiction and to help patients find the highest quality care for a successful recovery. Their goal is to provide resources to help patients and their loved ones so that they may stay on the road to recovery, and can successfully overcome addiction for life. QL+ Quality of Life+ — Greater independence for injured and ill veterans and first responders to overcome daily challenges and get back to the activities they love. Program Overview and Flyer The Mission Continues – “The Mission Continues empowers Veterans facing the challenge of adjusting to life at home to find new missions. We redeploy Veterans in their communities, so that their shared legacy will be one of action and service. Through the Mission Continues, Veterans serve their country in new ways by engaging in our innovative and action-oriented programs. The first, The Mission Continues’ Fellowship, harnesses Veterans’ strengths, skills, and their compassion and empowers them to volunteer with non-profit organizations in their community on a daily basis. The second, The Mission Continues’ Service Platoons, brings teams of Veterans who are working together with partners at the local level to build stronger communities and tackle pressing issues.” Team Red, White, and Blue – “Team RWB’s mission is to enrich the lives of America’s Veterans by connecting them to their community through physical and social activity.” Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) – “Founded in 2004 by an Iraq Veteran at a time when there were little to no resources available for post-9/11 vets, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) has quickly become the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization representing new Veterans and their families. Now, with nearly 300,000 Veterans and civilian supporters nationwide, IAVA is the only 21st Century Veterans’ service organization (VSO) dedicated to standing with the 2.8 million Veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan from their first day home through the rest of their lives.” Make the Connection – an online resource designed to connect Veterans, their family members and friends, and other supporters with information, resources, and solutions to issues affecting their lives. Team Rubicon – “Team Rubicon unites the skills and experiences of military Veterans with first responders to rapidly deploy emergency response teams.” Student Veterans of America – Mission: “To provide military Veterans with the resources, support, and advocacy needed to succeed in higher education and following graduation.” American Legions – “Focusing on service to Veterans, servicemembers and communities, The American Legion currently has about 2.4 million members in 14,000 posts worldwide.” VFW – Veterans of Foreign Wars USA – Mission: “To foster camaraderie among United States Veterans of overseas conflicts. To serve our Veterans, the military, and our communities. To advocate on behalf of all Veterans.” Feed Our Vets – Since 2008, Feed Our Vets has provided free food assistance to more than 20,000 Veterans and their family members, distributing 445,000 lbs. of food. Feed Our Vets mission is to help Veterans in the United States, their spouses and children, whose circumstances have left them on the battlefield of hunger, Next Step Service Dogs – Mission: “to empower positive change for Veterans with invisible disabilities such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) through the use of expertly-trained service dogs.” Veterans Moving Forward – They provide service dogs to Veterans with physical and behavioral health concerns. Veterans Legal Institute – “Veterans Legal Institute (VLI) seeks to provide pro bono legal assistance to homeless and low income current and former service members so as to eradicate barriers to housing, education, employment and healthcare and foster self-sufficiency.” National Veterans Legal Services Program (NVLSP) – “The NVLSP is a nonprofit organization that has worked since 1980 to ensure that the government delivers to our nation’s 25 million Veterans and active duty personnel the benefits to which they are entitled because of disabilities resulting from their military service to our country.” Recycled Rides™ – a military/Veteran support program designed to help ease the transportation burden for current military and veterans. They provide refurbished vehicles to deserving recipients. Their technicians restore these vehicles to proper driving condition. If you have a specific question or situation not addressed by the above resources please call the Lifeline for Vets at 888-777-4443.► Veterans Resources
Veteran Resources
Crisis
VA Suicide Hotline – 1-800-273-8255
National Suicide Hotline – 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Stop Soldier Suicide – 1-.800-273-8255 #1Housing and Homelessness
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Volunteer Opportunities in NY The Academy for Public Health Services http://www.amphsonline.org/ The Christian Crusades Church of NYC https://www.hfny.org/affiliates/chinese-christian-herald-crusades NYC Services Volunteer Match VolunteerMatch – Where Volunteering Begins New York Chinese School (Principal Jennifer Wang)► Volunteer Opportunities in NY Resources
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Crisis hotlines and resources
CDC National HIV and AIDS Hotline
(800) 232-4636
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
(800) 422-4453
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
Disaster Distress Helpline Online Peer Support Communities
Disaster Distress Helpline Videophone for American Sign Language Users (PDF, 180KB)
Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio
(888) 628-9454
National Domestic Violence Hotline
(800) 799-7233
National Grad Crisis Line
(877) 472-3457
National Sexual Assault Hotline
(800) 656-4673
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
(800) 273-8255
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (Options for Deaf and Hard of Hearing)
For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 1-800-273-8255
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline
(800) 662-4357
Veterans Crisis Line
(800) 273-8255, PRESS 1
Text 838255
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