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By Charlene Rubush, June 10, 2011 12:55 pm

Courage to Call is a new Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) program located in San Diego, California, which is providing services to those who have served in any Military or Guard (both active and former) and their Families and loved ones.

They have a Peer Outreach & Family Support Staff who are veterans and military family members. They stand ready and willing to help.

Their 24/7 Helpline is entirely staffed by veterans who have recently served in the military who:  

•  Have a first hand understanding of the current rigors of the military and military  family life, and transitioning off active duty.
•  Help individuals find mental health information, support, access, and/or referrals throughout the County of San Diego.
• Link individuals and families to prevention-oriented services and other mental health resources to help minimize further challenges.

For Helpline information and support, call (877) MyUSVet, (877) 698-7838

 Note:  I found out about this program while visiting the Veterans Village of San Diego website. They are a great organization helping veterans and their families, with a particular focus on helping homeless veterans.

Visit them at:

http://www.vvsd.net/about.htm

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By Charlene Rubush, July 12, 2010 12:17 pm

This is a phone line started by Lori Goodwin, Board of Advisors OIF Veteran Community, and a female Iraq Vet.

“Battle Buddy”
1-800 689-1850

This is a line where veterans can call and be guaranteed to be talking to another vet. After the phone call is over it does not end, that is when OIF will take their VA cases and pass them on to our network of resources for solving.

http://www.nickhornerfoundation.org

Charlene’s Note:

Most every day I look for resources for vets. Invariably, I find something I’ve been unaware of, and am happy to pass along.