Vietnam Veterans of America Southwest Montana

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Billings Mobile Vet Center

 

 

Alcohol & Drug Services of Gallatin County...Providing prevention, education, addiction and mental health treatment services to help on your road to a healthy lifestyle.

Alcoholics Anonymous...ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.

American Chronic Pain Association...The ACPA offers peer support and education in pain management skills to people with pain, family and friends, and health care professionals.

Bozeman Job Service...Montana Department of Labor & Industry

Bozeman VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic...A community based outpatient clinic.

Cancer Support Community...Cancer Support Community (CSC) is a national non-profit organization dedicated to providing emotional support, education and hope for people with cancer and their loved ones, free of charge.

Canine Companions...Assistance dogs for veterans with Hearing Loss, Physical Disabilities, and Service-Connected PTSD. 

Cementary and Burial Resources...There are several Internet-based tools for getting more information about VA burial benefits, national cementary locations and gravesite locations.

Community Coalition On Drug Awareness...The Community Coalition On Drug Awareness in Bozeman, Montana is a community-based program that is providing resources and evidence-based strategies to reduce underage drinking, tobacco use, and illegal drug use.

Community Health Partners...Offers sliding scale fees based on income. No one is ever turned away from our doors due to inability to pay.  They are recognized by the National Committe for Quality Assurance as a Level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home.  

DOG * TAG BUDDIES...Dog Tag Buddies partners veterans suffering from hiddent injuries (PTSD, TBI, MST) with rescue dogs.  Our program gives both veterans and the dog a chance to lead a more fulfilling life.  Services are at NO cost to the veteran.

First Choice Home Health...First Choice Home Health offers personal care services, otherwise known as private duty nursing, for those who need assistance around the house.

Gallatin Mental Health Center...A division of Western Montana Mental Health Centers, offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare to Gallatin County that emphasizes education, treatment, advocacy and recovery.

Healthy Gallatin...A Resource for Healthy Living from the Gallatin City-County Health Department.

Help Center 2-1-1...The Help Center is a 24 hour Crisis Hotline and Referral Service, nationally accredited by Contact USA and the Alliance for Information and Referral Systems.  They are also a member of the Montana 211 coalition which provides referrals for human services throughout the state.  

Justice for Vets...Justice For Vets is a professional services division of the National Association of Drug Court professionals, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization based in Alexandria, VA. Justice for Vets believes that no veteran or military service member should suffer from gaps in service, or the judicial system when they return to their communities.

Memory Care Resources for Veterans...MemoryCare.com provides informational resources and support to help everyone make informed decisions about senior care. Based on their research and conversations with community leaders across the US, many veterans suffering from Alzheimer’s are unaware of the available programs that can help maintain or improve their quality of life. They created a resource that provides comprehensive information on topics like available care options and financial support that can provide assistance during their time of need.

Mesothelioma Veteran Center...The Mesothelioma Veterans Center was created to provide information and assistance to veterans regarding treatment, clinical trials, and VA benefits for veterans suffering from asbestos illnesses.

Mighty Oaks Foundation...Their mission is to operate on a standing commitment to reach the brokenhearted, with a specific calling to assist our nation’s military Warriors and families find a new life purpose through a hope in Christ, after enduring hardship through their service to America.

Military Service Badges and Insignia History...Military badges are often worn by military members to signify their current position or role within a certain assignment, while other badges are worn on a permanent basis to signify the successful completion of an assignment or a job well done.

National Council For Aging Care...Helping You Navigate Your Veteran Benefit Options.

Operation Never Forgotten...Operation Never Forgotten (ONF) is a national nonpartisan, all-volunteer non-profit organization supporting Post-9/11 combat veterans, Gold Star families and deployed troops.

Purple Heart Homes...Purple Heart Homes fills the gaps in housing through the Veterans’ Aging In Place and Veterans Home Opportunity Programs. From building a ramp for a Veteran of World War II, to providing home ownership opportunities to younger Veterans, our programs are designed out of necessity and fit the specific needs of the Veteran population.

Veterans's Benefits Explained...In addition to the pensions and benefits to which you may be entitled because of both public and private employment, you may also be eligible for certain benefits based on your military service.

Vet Center Program...The Vet Center Program was established by Congress in 1979 out of the recognition that a significant number of Vietnam Era Vets were still expreriencing reajustment.

Volunteers of America of the Northern Rockies...Volunteers of America of the Northern Rockies is actively committed to serving our nation’s Veterans. We provide several programs that are designed to address the needs of our Veteran population and are working hard to assist in accomplishing the Veterans Administration's goal to eliminate homelessness amongst Veterans. 

Veterans National Education Program is a non-profit organization focused on educating students on Modern History by providing historically accurate, relevant educational resources

 

 

 


 

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