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Things like avoiding people, work, or commitments, missing military camaraderie, or not caring about the things you used to can all stem from feeling alone.<br> <br> Here are resources for Veterans experiencing feelings of isolation.</p></div></div><div class="hero__right"><img src="/REACH/images/circle5.jpg" alt="A woman with in a fedora looking up to the right."/><img src="/REACH/images/circle4.jpg" alt="A old man in a Vietnam Veteran baseball hat smiling at the camera."/><img src="/REACH/images/circle2.jpg" alt="A young man in a t-shirt smiling, facing forward."/><img src="/REACH/images/recarter-va.jpeg" alt="A old man in a wheelchair outside looking to the right."/><img src="/REACH/images/circle1.jpg" alt="A young woman with a braid smiling and facing slightly right."/><img src="/REACH/images/circle3.jpg" alt="A old man in a cowboy hat smiling at the camera."/></div></div><a class="hero__copy-link" href="" role="button"><span class="hero__copy-text"><span 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href="https://www.va.gov/outreach-and-events/events/" class="resource-list__resource" target="_blank" title="Visit VA Outreach Events"></a><div class="resource-list__text-wrap"><div class="resource-list__title">VA Outreach Events</div><div class="resource-list__desc">Join an event for conversation and information near you or online</div><div class="btn__secondary">Visit</div></div></li></ul></section><section class="resource-list__topic"><h2>Local Resources & Online Programs<span class="resource-list__count">6聽Resources</span></h2><ul id="local-resources---online-programs" class="resource-list__list" tabindex="-1"><li class="resource-list__resource-wrap"><a href="https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/get-help/local-resources" class="resource-list__resource" target="_blank" title="Visit Find your Local VA Suicide Prevention Coordinator"></a><div class="resource-list__text-wrap"><div class="resource-list__title">Find your Local VA Suicide Prevention Coordinator</div><div class="resource-list__desc">24/7 confidential crisis support for Veterans and their loved ones</div><div class="btn__secondary">Visit</div></div></li><li class="resource-list__resource-wrap"><a href="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/suicide_prevention/prevention/index.asp" class="resource-list__resource" target="_blank" title="Visit Suicide Prevention Steps and Resources"></a><div class="resource-list__text-wrap"><div class="resource-list__title">Suicide Prevention Steps and Resources</div><div class="resource-list__desc">Warning signs, intervention steps, and evidence-based treatments or a loved one in crisis </div><div class="btn__secondary">Visit</div></div></li><li class="resource-list__resource-wrap"><a href="https://www.va.gov/find-locations" class="resource-list__resource" target="_blank" title="Visit Find VA Locations"></a><div class="resource-list__text-wrap"><div class="resource-list__title">Find VA Locations</div><div class="resource-list__desc">Search VA and in-network community care providers by your location and needs</div><div class="btn__secondary">Visit</div></div></li><li class="resource-list__resource-wrap"><a href="https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/locator" class="resource-list__resource" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="Visit Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Facility Locator"></a><div class="resource-list__text-wrap"><div class="resource-list__title">Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Facility Locator</div><div class="resource-list__desc">Confidentiality search for mental health or substance use disorder treatment facilities</div><div class="btn__secondary">Visit</div></div></li><li class="resource-list__resource-wrap"><a href="https://www.vetcenter.va.gov/index.asp" class="resource-list__resource" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="Visit Readjustment Counseling"></a><div class="resource-list__text-wrap"><div class="resource-list__title">Readjustment Counseling</div><div class="resource-list__desc">Search Vet Centers for counseling and outreach services</div><div class="btn__secondary">Visit</div></div></li><li class="resource-list__resource-wrap"><a href="https://www.mirecc.va.gov/coaching/" class="resource-list__resource" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="Visit Coaching into Care"></a><div class="resource-list__text-wrap"><div class="resource-list__title">Coaching into Care</div><div class="resource-list__desc">Free call service for those wanting to help a Veteran in their life access mental health care</div><div class="btn__secondary">Visit</div></div></li></ul></section><section class="resource-list__topic"><h2>LGBTQ+ Veterans<span class="resource-list__count">3聽Resources</span></h2><ul id="lgbtq--veterans" class="resource-list__list" tabindex="-1"><li class="resource-list__resource-wrap"><a href="https://www.patientcare.va.gov/LGBT/VAFacilities.asp" class="resource-list__resource" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="Visit LGBTQ+ Veteran Care Coordinator Facilities"></a><div class="resource-list__text-wrap"><div class="resource-list__title">LGBTQ+ Veteran Care Coordinator Facilities</div><div class="resource-list__desc">Directory of local LGBTQ+ Veteran Care Coordinator facilities</div><div class="btn__secondary">Visit</div></div></li><li class="resource-list__resource-wrap"><a href="https://www.maketheconnection.net/events/sharing-LGBTQ-identity-with-providers" class="resource-list__resource" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="Visit Sharing LGBTQ+ Identity with Providers"></a><div class="resource-list__text-wrap"><div class="resource-list__title">Sharing LGBTQ+ Identity with Providers</div><div class="resource-list__desc">Resources and support for LGBTQ+ Veterans navigating their health care</div><div class="btn__secondary">Visit</div></div></li><li class="resource-list__resource-wrap"><a href="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/mentalhealth/lgbtq-plus/resources.asp" class="resource-list__resource" target="_blank" title="Visit LGBTQ+ Veterans Mental Health Resources"></a><div class="resource-list__text-wrap"><div class="resource-list__title">LGBTQ+ Veterans Mental Health Resources</div><div class="resource-list__desc">Mental health resources for LGBTQ+ Veterans</div><div class="btn__secondary">Visit</div></div></li></ul></section><section class="resource-list__topic"><h2>Women Veterans Health Care<span class="resource-list__count">2聽Resources</span></h2><ul id="women-veterans-health-care" class="resource-list__list" tabindex="-1"><li class="resource-list__resource-wrap"><a href="https://www.womenshealth.va.gov/womenshealthservices/healthcare_about.asp" class="resource-list__resource" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="Visit About Women Veterans Health Care"></a><div class="resource-list__text-wrap"><div class="resource-list__title">About Women Veterans Health Care</div><div class="resource-list__desc">Resources and services for women's health</div><div class="btn__secondary">Visit</div></div></li><li class="resource-list__resource-wrap"><a href="https://www.womenshealth.va.gov/WOMENSHEALTH/ProgramOverview/wvcc.asp" class="resource-list__resource" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="Visit Women Veterans Call Center"></a><div class="resource-list__text-wrap"><div class="resource-list__title">Women Veterans Call Center</div><div class="resource-list__desc">Navigate the VA with the Women Veterans Call Center</div><div class="btn__secondary">Visit</div></div></li></ul></section><section class="resource-list__topic"><h2>Veterans of Color<span class="resource-list__count">1聽Resource</span></h2><ul id="veterans-of-color" class="resource-list__list" tabindex="-1"><li class="resource-list__resource-wrap"><a href="https://www.va.gov/centerforminorityveterans/mvpc/index.asp" class="resource-list__resource" target="_blank" title="Visit Center for Minority Veterans (CMV)"></a><div class="resource-list__text-wrap"><div class="resource-list__title">Center for Minority Veterans (CMV)</div><div class="resource-list__desc">Information on the Center for Minority Veterans (CMV) and initiatives</div><div class="btn__secondary">Visit</div></div></li></ul></section><section class="resource-list__topic"><h2>Mental Health<span class="resource-list__count">5聽Resources</span></h2><ul id="mental-health" class="resource-list__list" tabindex="-1"><li class="resource-list__resource-wrap"><a href="https://www.vetselfcheck.org/welcome.cfm" class="resource-list__resource" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="Visit Self-Check Quiz"></a><div class="resource-list__text-wrap"><div class="resource-list__title">Self-Check Quiz</div><div class="resource-list__desc">Anonymous quiz to learn if you are experiencing stress and/or depression</div><div class="btn__secondary">Visit</div></div></li><li class="resource-list__resource-wrap"><a href="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/mental-health-recovery/resources.asp" class="resource-list__resource" target="_blank" title="Visit Mental Health Veteran Resources"></a><div class="resource-list__text-wrap"><div class="resource-list__title">Mental Health Veteran Resources</div><div class="resource-list__desc">VA resources to address mental health stressors and experiences</div><div class="btn__secondary">Visit</div></div></li><li class="resource-list__resource-wrap"><a href="https://www.maketheconnection.net/resources/self-assessments/" class="resource-list__resource" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="Visit Mental Health Self-Assessments"></a><div class="resource-list__text-wrap"><div class="resource-list__title">Mental Health Self-Assessments</div><div class="resource-list__desc">Self-assessment to learn if your feelings and behaviors may be related to treatable conditions</div><div class="btn__secondary">Visit</div></div></li><li class="resource-list__resource-wrap"><a href="https://www.veterantraining.va.gov/recovery/index.asp" class="resource-list__resource" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="Visit My Recovery Plan"></a><div class="resource-list__text-wrap"><div class="resource-list__title">My Recovery Plan</div><div class="resource-list__desc">Explore this tool developed to help Veterans recovering from a mental health condition</div><div class="btn__secondary">Visit</div></div></li><li class="resource-list__resource-wrap"><a href="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/depression/index.asp" class="resource-list__resource" target="_blank" title="Visit Depression Overview"></a><div class="resource-list__text-wrap"><div class="resource-list__title">Depression Overview</div><div class="resource-list__desc">Signs and symptoms of depression</div><div class="btn__secondary">Visit</div></div></li></ul></section><section class="resource-list__topic"><h2>Relationships<span class="resource-list__count">2聽Resources</span></h2><ul id="relationships" class="resource-list__list" tabindex="-1"><li 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