MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
Millions of people are affected by mental health conditions across the United States. In our own military communities, 22 veterans die by suicide every day. The Fort Meade Spouses' Club hopes to do our part to bring awareness to these heartbreaking issues. This page provides a number of mental health resources. If you, or someone you know is struggling, please ask for help. Tomorrow needs you.
THE HEADSTRONG PROJECT
The Headstrong Project is a non-profit mental health organization providing confidential, barrier-free, and stigma-free PTSD treatment to our veterans, service members, and family connected to their care.
Our goal is to help our clients “Triumph Over Trauma.” by providing them with effective mental health treatment.
Headstrong’s network of trauma-informed clinical partners provide individualized, evidence-based outpatient care to our clients.
MISSION 22
Mission 22 provides support to Veterans and their families when they need it most: right now. Through a comprehensive approach of outreach, events, and programs, we’re promoting long-term wellness and sustainable growth.
VETERANS CRISIS LINE
Signed into law in 2020, the National Suicide Hotline Designation Act authorized 988 as the new three-digit number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
Veterans can use this new option by dialing 988 and pressing 1 to contact the Veterans Crisis Line. Veterans may still reach the Veterans Crisis Line with the previous phone number-1-800-273-8255 and Press 1
VA MENTAL HEALTH
VA has a variety of mental health resources, information, treatment options and more — all accessible to Veterans, Veterans’ supporters and the general public. Explore the pages below to learn more about a specific mental health topic or to find information specifically tailored to your needs.
VETERANS GUIDE
Veterans Guide is committed to advocating for U.S. service members and veterans, ensuring they have access to the benefits and support they’ve earned through their sacrifice and service. Founded by a team of veterans and our mission is to assist veterans in increasing their VA disability ratings, successfully appealing denied claims, and securing the full range of benefits they’ve earned through their service.
ROB LEVINE LAW
PTSD often comes with a slew of symptoms, including flashbacks, nightmares, or intrusive thoughts related to the traumatic event. If you or your loved one is currently struggling with PTSD, our compassionate team can help. We know there is no one-size-fits-all solution to treatment for this complex condition. Each individual’s experience with trauma is unique, and so is their path to healing. For this reason, exploring alternative therapies, alongside or in place of traditional treatments, can be a powerful step toward finding what truly works.
RICHMOND VONA
Living with limb loss often brings changes to daily routines, but it doesn’t have to mean giving up independence. Amputation affects every aspect of your life in ways both expected and unexpected. Luckily, advancements in prosthetics and modifications have helped many amputees continue to participate in everyday activities they might have otherwise lost out on, including driving.
Read on to learn more about driving as an amputee and what you might need to get back behind the wheel.