An estimated 25 percent of returning U.S. service members will
experience combat-related problems such as post-traumatic stress
disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury (TBI), depression or
anxiety disorders. More veterans are committing suicide than are
dying in combat overseas – 1,000 former soldiers receiving care
from the Department of Veterans Affairs attempt suicide every
month. About 50,000 veterans are experiencing chronic
homelessness, according to nonprofit housing group HELP USA. And
the unemployment rate for 18 to 24-year-old veterans is 21
percent, much higher than the 16.6 percent rate for non-veterans
of the same age. Are you a Veteran? Do you or a family member
experience PTSD? See below for NAMI resources or opportunities
to be a volunteer and get involved in making a difference for
other Vets. Legislation: Click HERE to read SB597, passed
6/15/11, which includes important provisions that will improve
access to behavioral health services for service men and women,
veterans, and their families