Resources
Stay tuned for listings of organized resources that will continue to be added here at www.SavingAmericasHeroes.org
If you are here and in need of immediate assistance, please call 911. The Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 is a confidential toll-free hotline available to veterans in crisis 24/7/365. If you are a veteran or a concerned family member or friend of a veteran, PLEASE reach out! You're not alone, there are people who want to help.
If you are here and in need of immediate assistance, please call 911. The Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 is a confidential toll-free hotline available to veterans in crisis 24/7/365. If you are a veteran or a concerned family member or friend of a veteran, PLEASE reach out! You're not alone, there are people who want to help.
Learn the SignsVeterans affected by PTSD who may be considering suicide could display the following warning signs: Depression, anxiety, paranoia, low self-esteem, hopelessness, substance abuse and/or anger.
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Mental Health Outreach
SOFAR is a Strategic Outreach to Families of All Reservists that offers a pro-bono mental health project catering to a number of free services from psychological support, psychotherapy, psychoeducation and prevention services to extended family of reserve and national guard deployed during the Global War on Terrorism from time of alert through the period of reunion and reintegration.
For assistance they offer a dedicated phone line, 617 266-2611 or 1 888 278-0041 where all extended family members can request services which are completely confidential and free of charge.
For assistance they offer a dedicated phone line, 617 266-2611 or 1 888 278-0041 where all extended family members can request services which are completely confidential and free of charge.
- More on accessing help for mental health
Trauma and PTSD Support
The United States Department of Veterans Affairs promotes the understanding of traumatic stress aiming to help U.S. veterans and their families through research, education and training on trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- More on accessing support on Trauma and PTSD
Portland VA Support Group
Portland, Oregon family support group made available to family members of OEF/OIF veterans through Portland VA Medical Center. Registration is required to attend. Please call the OEF/OIF staff to register at 503-220-8262, ext. 53062, outside the Portland area call 1-800-949-1004, ext. 53062
- More details and schedule for the veterans family support group
Military Helpline
Reintegration can be difficult. The Oregon Partnership offers a military helpline that's free 24/7/365. This 100% confidential crisis intervention with sensitivity to military-specific issues offers online chat and hotlines.
- More information through the Military Helpline

