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Feelings of Isolation

Feelings of isolation can impact your life in many ways. 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.

Here are resources for Veterans experiencing feelings of isolation.

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You’re off to a good start! We’re sending you off site to trusted sources of information and support, primarily from VA. Return here for more options or consider contacting VA directly. Remember, you’ve earned the support.

Community Involvement2 Resources

  • Get Involved with the VA Center for Development and Civic Engagement
    Information on VA volunteer opportunities and other ways to help
  • VA Outreach Events
    Join an event for conversation and information near you or online

Find Local Resources5 Resources

  • Find your Local VA Suicide Prevention Coordinator
    24/7 confidential crisis support for Veterans and their loved ones
  • Suicide Prevention Steps and Resources
    Warning signs, intervention steps, and evidence-based treatments or a loved one in crisis
  • Find VA Locations
    Search VA and in-network community care providers by your location and needs
  • Search For Treatment (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)
    Confidentiality search for mental health or substance use disorder treatment facilities
  • Vet Centers (Readjustment Counseling)
    Search Vet Centers for counseling and outreach services

LGBTQ+ Veterans3 Resources

  • LGBTQ+ Veteran Care Coordinator Facilities
    Directory of local LGBTQ+ Veteran Care Coordinator facilities
  • Sharing LGBTQ+ Identity with Providers
    Resources and support for LGBTQ+ Veterans navigating their health care
  • LGBTQ+ Veterans Mental Health Resources
    Mental health resources for LGBTQ+ Veterans

Women Veterans Health Care2 Resources

  • About Women Veterans Health Care
    Resources and services for women's health
  • Women Veterans Call Center
    Navigate the VA with the Women Veterans Call Center

Veterans of Color1 Resource

  • Center for Minority Veterans (CMV)
    Information on the Center for Minority Veterans (CMV) and initiatives

Mental Health5 Resources

  • Self-Check Quiz
    Anonymous quiz to learn if you are experiencing stress and/or depression
  • Mental Health Veteran Resources
    VA resources to address mental health stressors and experiences
  • Mental Health Self-Assessments
    Self-assessment to learn if your feelings and behaviors may be related to treatable conditions
  • My Recovery Plan
    Explore this tool developed to help Veterans recovering from a mental health condition
  • Depression Overview
    Signs, symptoms, and self-assessment for depression

Relationships2 Resources

  • Social Withdrawal and Isolation
    Self-help tools and VA resources to help if you are experiencing social withdrawal
  • Loss of Interest or Pleasure
    Self-help tools and VA resources to connect with care

Secure Storage1 Resource

  • Firearm Suicide Prevention and Lethal Means Safety
    Firearm and medication storage safety