Reach Out to A Wisconsin Veteran!

Heroes Market offers food assistance to  Veterans and their families. Fill out an intake for or call to get started. 

Learn about food pantries, meal sites, and other distribution locations as well as  FoodShare and Mobile Market options in the Milwaukee area for all who are experiencing food insecurity. 

211 includes resources for accessing food stamps, grocery and pantry items, and immediate meals.

Milwaukee VA offers comprehensive behavioral health care for Veterans. 

The BRAVE program at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is for Veterans and first responders who have experienced a Traumatic Brain Injury. Click to learn more about the program.

The R&R House offers peer support services for veterans in low-level crisis.

Get connected with mental health resources in the southeastern Wisconsin area.

Information about mental health concerns experienced by service members and resources to get mental health care.

NAMI of Greater Milwaukee offers mental health support and advocacy, with several groups focusing on veteran issues. 

211 offers a list of various mental health treatment options including inpatient, residential, family, and addiction services.

The Education, Training, and Employment (ETE) program through Center for Veterans Issues ETE provides a full array of employment training services along with wraparound supportive services to veterans re-entering the labor force.

Get help with building resumes, learning interviewing skills, and making connections with potential employers through local and state agencies.

Learn about the educational benefits available to Wisconsin Veterans and their families. Get connected with these benefits and program to meet your educational needs.

Learn about the Compensated work therapy program  that helps veterans  obtain and retain employment. The CWT program is located at VAs nationwide. 

Resources from the Department of Labor for Veterans seeking a civilian job, career change, to start a business or to get training. 

Get connected with jobs at organizations looking for military talent. 

211 includes a range of resources including education/training, job search/career counseling, work-related training, and income assistance.

The VA Welcome Guide provides a broad overview of services VA can offer you including VA benefits.

The Milwaukee VA Regional Office helps with applying for veteran benefits. Learn about services and set up an appointment today! 

Learn about the various financial resources available to Veterans including pension and  retirement planning.

The National Veterans Financial Resource Center (FINVET) website connects Veterans to financial tools and resources to help 1) meet basic needs; 2) manage money; 3) increase income; 4) lower debt & bills; 5) protect money.

This caring.com guide will explain several VA benefits, especially those that apply to seniors. It includes how to use VA benefits to pay for long-term care needs, the eligibility requirements, and the application process for benefits, so you can determine your options for using those benefits to pay for your health needs.  

This guide created by memorycare.com walks you through memory care programs in the VA and how to access memory care through the VA. 

The Milwaukee VA Medical Center provides comprehensive treatment of physical health issues.

Learn about other health care coverage options like TRICARE and the health insurance marketplace. 

Variety of healthcare and mental healthcare options are available at this VA clinic. 

This outpatient clinic provides primary care, mental health care, and specialty health services. 

This outpatient clinic offers a variety of health care and mental health care services.

Variety of healthcare and mental healthcare options are available at this VA clinic including vision care and laboratory services. 

Primary care and specialty health services including surgery, genecology, orthopedics, dentistry, and mental health care are available at this clinic. 

DenScore is a dental navigation company that has a FREE online tool which provides answers to any of your dental questions.  Whether you need help finding a dentist, have questions about dental treatment or you’re not sure about the type of dental insurance you need, DenScore’s care navigators are available 24/7 to assist.

211 offers a list of various healthcare resources including dental care, emergency services, insurance assistance, and hospital and clinic information.

Learn about the Veterans treatment court that is designed to support Veterans though the criminal justice system. 

Get connected with the Veterans treatment court in Northeastern Wisconsin. 

Learn about health care and other services available for veterans reentering the community after incarceration.

The Veterans Justice Outreach Program is focused on supporting justice-involved Veterans. Reach out to a local Veterans Justice Outreach Specialist to get started. 

211 includes a list of local law enforcement agencies, legal assistance, legal information, and Native American legal services.

The Disabled American Veterans offers shuttle rides to and from the Milwaukee VA Medical Center.

Learn about the various transportation options available to Veterans such as the Veterans Transportation Service, Beneficiary travel, and more. 

211 provides a list of various transportation resources including bus fare and gas assistance, care repair assistance, and transit options.

The Milwaukee War Memorial Center hosts regular events open to veterans, their families, and the community. 

he Capt. John D. Mason Program aims to save lives by utilizing Veteran peers that go into the community and locate Veterans in need engaging them in VA health services, and other community resources.

BraveHearts connects horses with veterans to promote healing and wellness.

Horse Power Healing Center offers equine therapy to veterans.

Coaching Into Care is a telephone service within the VA to provide education, support, and empower family members and friends seeking to care for a veteran.

This handout reviews resources available to Veterans, Veterans’ families and caregivers who are experiencing suicide loss.

When a loved one struggles, it’s hard to know how to help. Stories from those who have been there too on having direct conversations on temporarily removing guns and dangerous meds out of the home, and reaching out for support. It might even save a life in a suicidal crisis.

Make the Connection offers support for veteran and their families to help connect with resources for managing life’s challenges.

Vets Net offers support in a wide range of services from health services to home repairs.

This Medical College of Wisconsin Psychiatry department program provides Veteran Peers providing outreach services to Veterans. Call them for assistance!

The Veterans Health Coalition connects organizations that provide services and supports to create healthy, hopeful veterans and their families, engaged with the community.

Get help from staff in navigating a variety of state and federal benefits.

Make the Connection offers a wide range of support services to veterans and their families including information about mental health issues and treatment.