You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Help is available.
Whether you’re looking for immediate crisis support, mental health resources, military-specific services, or organizations that can provide additional guidance, help is available.
This page brings together trusted resources for active-duty service members, veterans, military families, and those who support them. Some resources are available 24 hours a day, while others provide ongoing counseling, education, financial assistance, peer support, and wellness services.
Asking for help is an important first step, but healing is a journey that often involves ongoing support. Whether you need someone to talk to, additional information, crisis assistance, or help understanding your options, there are people and organizations ready to support you.
Reaching out for help is a sign of strength. No matter where you are in your journey, there are people who care and resources ready to support you.
Find the Support You Need
If you are in immediate danger of harming yourself or someone else, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
If you are in the United States and experiencing emotional distress or suicidal thoughts, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Trained counselors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Military resources are available to help active-duty service members and their families.
Examples include:
• Military OneSource
• Installation Behavioral Health Clinic
• Chaplain Services
• Military & Family Life Counselors (MFLC)
• Your Primary Care Manager (PCM)
If you’re unsure where to begin, your installation can help connect you with the appropriate resources.
The Brandon Caserta Foundation is dedicated to supporting active-duty service members, veterans, and their families through education, advocacy, and resources.
We work to increase awareness of The Brandon Act, help individuals understand how to navigate the process, and provide guidance to those seeking support.
You are never alone.
Healing is often easier when you have people you trust.
Your support team might include:
• Family
• Friends
• Fellow service members
• Chaplains
• Healthcare providers
• Mentors
• Counselors
You don’t have to carry everything by yourself.
The more you understand The Brandon Act, the more confident you’ll feel advocating for yourself or supporting someone else.
Continue learning about your rights, available resources, and how to access mental health care within your branch of service.
Asking for help was not the end of your journey; it was the beginning.
Continue reaching out when you need support, stay connected to your treatment plan, and remember that healing takes time.
Every step forward matters.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger of harming themselves or others, call 911 or contact the Veterans/Military Crisis Line immediately by calling 988 and pressing 1, texting 838255, or using the online chat service.
Honor. Respect. Patience. Kindness.
The strongest people are often the ones who have the courage to ask for help and the compassion to help others. Continue treating yourself with the same kindness you would show a friend.
My Support Plan
Take a moment to think about the people and resources that can support you.
☐ I know who I can call if I need help.
☐ I know where to go if I’m in crisis.
☐ I have at least one trusted person I can talk to.
☐ I know how to reach my healthcare provider.
☐ I know where to find additional resources.
If you can’t check one or more of these boxes, that’s okay. Take a few moments to identify someone you trust or a resource you can contact. You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone.
❤️ One More Thing...
Reaching out for support is never a sign of weakness.
Every conversation, every appointment, and every step you take is part of building a healthier future.
You are stronger than you know, and there are people who genuinely care about your well-being.
Our hope is that this Resource Center gives you more than information—it gives you confidence. Confidence to ask questions, confidence to seek help, and confidence to know that support is available every step of the way.