Health and Wellness
Your mental and physical health can’t wait. Help and support is closer than you think.
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“[Asking for help] is an example of strength and the most unselfish act that I can make, because it not only helps me, but it also helps those who care for me and interact with me on a daily basis.”
Curnes Williams Jr., Veteran
BS in Liberal Arts, 2019
Health and Wellness Resource Links
- Mental Health Association in New York State Inc. (MHANYS)
The Mental Health Information Center (MHIC) operates during regular business hours (Monday-Friday; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.). MHANYS links individuals to a broad range of local, statewide, and national mental health organizations and programs and answer questions on mental health topics. Contact 1-800-766-6177 or infocenter@mhanys.org - VA Vet Centers
VA Vet Centers differ from a medical center for the VA. Vet Centers are a one-stop for employment, mental health services, housing, and various other services. - MilitaryOneSource
Military OneSource is a connection to information, answers, and support when MilLife happens. We can help overcome challenges, reach goals and thrive. - SAGE Vets
SAGEVets is a New York State program that helps lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender older adults who are veterans of military service improve their access to the VA and other veteran services, as well as support their overall health and wellness. - SAGEVets
Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of them are veterans themselves — 1800-273-8255 dial 1 for veteran-specific support. - New York State Department of Labor Veterans’ Program
The New York State Department of Labor Veterans’ Program has specialized staff that are dedicated to helping veterans and eligible persons gain a competitive edge in today’s labor market.
Check out this recorded webinar on mental health for veterans
Joelle Monaco, director of outreach and business engagement at Mental Health Association in New York State Inc., encourages you to have a health and wellness plan and suggests taking the time to identify resources and tools to help.
