How do I move forward after losing a loved one who was a veteran? Where can I find grief counseling for military caregivers?

2024-05-23T06:54:32-04:00

I recently lost my father unexpectedly on December 26, 2023 due to health issues. My father was a PROUD Army veteran who served in Vietnam. I am trying to find grief counseling for military caregivers. This has been hard to process and I am having a hard time moving forward. Also, I want to make sure I'm aware of all possible benefits to surviving children.

Response by Lt Col Charlie Brown made May 23 at 2024 6:57 AM

2024-05-23T06:57:26-04:00

Please contact the Military and Veteran Caregiver Network. https://www.redcross.org/get-help/military-families/services-for-veterans/military-veteran-caregiver-network.html
They have lots of information, they can connect you to groups for grief counseling and give you a mentor if you want one. All services are free.

Military and Veteran Caregiver Network

The Military Veteran Caregiver Network provides our nation’s pre- and post-9/11-era military and veteran caregivers with peer support.

Response by CPT Jack Durish made May 23 at 2024 7:32 AM

2024-05-23T07:32:07-04:00

No matter how long it takes, just lean on us, the community of veterans, to help. We sincerely care and no one understands loss more keenly than us.

Response by SSgt Richard Kensinger made May 23 at 2024 9:54 AM

2024-05-23T09:54:29-04:00

A VAC has the necessary clinical resources.
Rich

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made May 23 at 2024 11:29 AM

2024-05-23T11:29:38-04:00

In most cases the only cost is for the workbook.

https://www.griefshare.org/

Need Help Dealing with Grief? - GriefShare

GriefShare is a grief recovery support group where you can find help and healing for the hurt of losing a loved one.

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 14 at 2024 7:57 PM

2024-11-14T19:57:17-05:00

Rhonda Brown Rhonda, I am sorry for your loss. I am also a Vietnam veteran, and your father may have been exposed to Agent Orange. Was your father receiving VA disability for service connected disabilities? The links below might be helpful. With respect! Ted Hallock

https://www.va.gov/opa/publications/benefits_book.asp

https://www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/

VA.gov | Veterans Affairs

Apply for and manage the VA benefits and services you’ve earned as a Veteran, Servicemember, or family member—like health care, disability, education, and more.