The Veterans Crisis Line is available 24/7. Dial 988 then Press 1, Chat Online, or Text 838255

EMERGENCY MENTAL HEALTH: Go directly to your local VA medical center 24/7 (CBOC - VA Clinic, 3885 W. Broadway, Missoula) regardless of your discharge status or enrollment in other VA health care.

VA Locator - MISSOULA: 

Main phone: 406-215-0100

VA health connect: 833-983-0484

Mental health care: 406-447-6000

Montana Veteran Orientation Handbook

1-800-MyVA411 questions or assistance (myhealth.va.gov)

VHA Emergency Services 1-844-724-7842, VHAemergencynotification@va.gov

DON’T WAIT, REACH OUT!

• PATRIOTlink is FREE for Veterans! Securely store documents in one place, making it easier than ever to apply for multiple support programs.

• Print Materials - National Center for PTSD

• Veteran Led Groups at Missoula VA: Clayton – Peer Support Specialist (406) 417-8065, clayton.keys@va.gov

• Post-9/11 Military2VA, TBI/Polytrauma, Montana VA Healthcare, Station 436 - 3687 Veteran Drive, Fort Harrison: Tammy Kuusisto, RN - Program Manager 406-447-7665, tammy.kuusisto@va.gov

  • Doug Wright – Transition Patient Advocate & Minority Veteran Program Coordinator 406-447-7832, douglas.wright2@va.gov

  • Program TEAM, VISN 19 FORTHARRISON MTF@VA.GOV

• VA Women Veterans Call Center - Call or text 1-855-829-6636 (M-F 8AM - 10PM & SAT 8AM - 6:30PM ET)

  • MONTANA: Susan Calentine - Women Veteran Program Manager 406-447-7315 / 447-7025, susan.calentine@va.gov; Catherine Shackelford 406-874-5624, SPS - please call Rebecca King 406-447-7127 (More info under VA below).

• VA Rocky Mountain Region Questions: VHAV19CCO@va.gov

• Town Halls: Montana VA Health Care Facebook page or call in at 1-833-560-2071. Questions: 406-447-7990 

• VA News - PACT ACT, etc. VIDEO

VA’s secure sign-in ~ In 2025, you’ll need to start using a Login.gov

or ID.me account to sign in (VA News)

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Accessing your VA Benefits (VA Press Room) ~ The number to call when you don’t know who to call: 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411) and press 0, you will reach a live agent for immediate assistance or connection to the right VA experts. Stars & Stripes Benefits Guide.

The PACT Act ~ Veterans, families, caregivers, and survivors: you can apply for PACT Act benefits by filing a claim at VA.gov, and you can learn more about the PACT Act at VA.gov/PACT or by calling us at 1-800-MyVA411. 

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Accessing Telehealth through Local Area Stations (ATLAS) BLOG ~ Part of VA’s Anywhere to Anywhere telehealth initiative. ATLAS enhances a Veteran’s access to care by bridging the digital divide (As of 2/6/20, this was the only Montana location listed on BLOG): Eureka VFW - Susan Geubtner (Montana HCS): Susan.Geubtner@va.gov and Marvin Boyd (Spokane, WA): Marvin.Boyd@va.gov

These individuals will only be able to assist with ATLAS specific questions for their designated areas. For all other questions, call VA311 (844-698-2311) or the White House VA Hotline (1-855-948-2311).

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​Alcohol Rehab Guide ~ Veterans Recovery. Focus on alcohol abuse and comorbid disorders (such as PTSD and alcohol abuse). Find the treatment that best fits your need. Hotline 855-826-4464 OR caitlin@alcoholrehabguide.org

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Alpha-Stim Electrotherapy ~ ​Impact Montana, "Do you or a Veteran you know suffer from chronic pain, depression, anxiety, etc.? Our VA Healthcare System is now able to utilize Alpha-Stim technology as an alternative option to mitigate these issues. Talk to your VA provider (Primary and/or Behavioral Health) to see if it is a good option for you."

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Anxiety & PTSD ~ All Secure Foundation: 

• Anxiety Freedom Technique ~ A Guide to Help Release Anxiety and Claim Freedom (PDF).

• One More Day: Suicide Prevention.

• “Tears of a Warrior” offers Hope and Healing.

• Stellate Ganglion Block (Video).

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​Atlas Benefit Consulting ~ Be Vet Strong! Ashley is an Air Force Veteran and started working for Atlas Benefit Consulting to help Veterans increase their service-connected disability ratings. Please contact her to see an overview of their process, cost, and payment plans (They give Veterans the option of paying upfront or after they receive their back pay). Questions: Ashley 509-942-9093, ashley@bevetstrong.com

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BENEFITS: Montana Veteran Affairs Division (MVAD) ~ VSO are fully training / accredited / certified (Statewide offices - FB FLYER).

Missoula: CALL 406-542-2501 FOR APPOINTMENT! Disability pensions, education, burial / survivor benefits, employment, vehicle registration, waiver property tax waiver, home & business loans.

• Bureau Chief for the State Veterans Cemetery Program, Matt 406-218-2949, matt.manning@mt.gov

• Burial Eligibility: If a Veteran served after 1981 (Officers) or 1980 (Enlisted), they must have 24mos of service. Guard / Reserve are all eligible now (additional headstone fees for non-Veterans). Request Military Records or call National Archives 314-801-0800 (Register before death: Provide DD214 and complete interment application).

• Cemetery Grants Program (VA) Questions: Jeremy – Manager, Western Montana State Veterans Cemetery, Missoula 406-721-2995 (Brady, Groundskeeper); Aaron – Manager, Montana State Veterans Cemetery, Fort Harrison 406-324-4793 (Clint, Groundskeeper)

• The Missoula MVAD Office has five VSO outreach locations that might be helpful for Veterans EVERY MONTH:

  • 1st Friday: Missoula Vet Center, 910 Brooks St., 9am - 1pm. Melissa 406-721-3180, melissa.allen2@mt.gov

  • 2nd Wednesday: American Legion Post 13, 55 Mill Creek Rd., St. Regis, 10am - 2pm. Melissa 406-721-3180, melissa.allen2@mt.gov

  • 3rd Wednesday: Historical Museum, 2920 Hwy 83 N., Seeley Lake, 10am - 2pm. Matt 406-519-2379, matthew.goger@mt.gov

  • 3rd Friday: Elks Club, 2519 Industrial Way, Thompson Falls, 10am - 2pm. Sara 406-721-1288, sara.ball@mt.gov

  • 1st Tuesday: Plains VFW, 201 Lynch St., 10am - 2pm. Sara 406-721-1288, sara.ball@mt.gov

• Honor Guards: Air Force & Space Force – Montana 406-731-2831, 341mw.malmstrom.honorguard@us.af.mil; Army – Missoula 406-431-5120, ng.mt.mtarng.list.mfh-cac-owner@mail.mil; Coast Guard 406-718-5797; Marine Corps 866-826-3628; Navy – Email caca-fh-cnrnw@navy.mil

Questions: MVAD 1911 Tower, Missoula 406-542-2501 OR Cemetery 406-721-2995 OR MVAD Administrator, Matt.Young@mt.gov

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​Bitterroot Valley Eye Associates ~ A Satellite Office of Marcus Daly Hospital, 300 N. 10th Street, Hamilton

Offers comprehensive eye care and optical services ~ offers years of experience, a friendly atmosphere and the only full-time ophthalmologist in Ravalli County! Dr. Calderwood is a Veteran and Board-Certified Ophthalmologist, specially trained to diagnose and treat disorders of the eye and vision. He regularly performs cataract surgery and other corrective surgeries for his patients. Veterans are welcome and the optical center located adjacent to the eye clinic is approved through the Montana VA at Fort Harrison. Schedule appointment!

Questions: Dr. Calderwood's Office 406-363-5434 OR Tori - Assistant & District 5 President of ALA, tori@losthorseranch.com 

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​Blue Water Navy ~ ATTENTION: Navy Veterans, Congress expanded the geographic limits where exposure to Agent Orange is considered presumed. Veterans who served on vessels within 12 nautical miles seaward from the demarcation line of waters of Vietnam and Cambodia as defined in Public Law 116-23 (Blue Water Navy) between January 9, 1962 and May 7, 1975 are presumed to have been exposed to herbicides such as Agent Orange and may be entitled to service connection for conditions related to that exposure.  Exposure to Agent Orange carries a presumption of service connection for a list of specific conditions as listed in 38 Code of Federal Regulations section 3.309(e). 

Questions: Michael - Director, VA Regional Office, Fort Harrison 406-495-2031, Michael.crouse@va.gov

OR VVA Bitterroot Chapter 938, VVA938@gmail.com

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Bob Woodruff Foundation ~ FREE Wills is totally free to use and offers step-by-step instructions to help you make or update a legal will. For Veterans who haven't updated their information since leaving the military, this is a perfect time! 646-441-6864, info@bobwoodrufffoundation.org

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Brain Injury Alliance of Montana ~ BIAMT is a non-profit with the mission of creating a better future for those impacted by brain injury through awareness, support, advocacy, community engagement, and prevention.  

• Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) for Montana Veterans ~ This program was designed because a large number of our Veterans in Montana are dealing with diagnosed and undiagnosed brain injuries, concussions, and PTSD: Forbes Health.

• Tomlinson Plaza, 1018 Burlington Ave., Ste 100, Missoula - Contact 406-541-6442, hannah@biamt.org 

Questions: John - Executive Director 406-207-4520, john_b@biamt.org

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Brain Injury Care ~ Shepherd Center. The SHARE Military Initiative is a comprehensive rehabilitation program that focuses on assessment and treatment for those experiencing symptoms of or have a diagnosis of mild to moderate brain injury, or concussions and any co-occurring psychological or behavioral health concerns, including post-traumatic stress. 404-603-4314, ShareAdmissions@shepherd.org

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Caring Bridge ~ A single online platform helps military families stay connected and receive support—whether words of encouragement, a ride to an appointment, a meal, or fundraising for medical treatment and expenses. Email and live chat support. 651-789-2300

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Chiropractors: 

• Chiropractic Works ~ Dr. Troy Doxey (Veteran) 2330 S Higgins Ave Ste 100, Missoula +1 406-728-0222, info@chiropracticworksmontana.com

• Life Chiropractic ~ 105 SW Higgins Suite 3, Missoula. Dr. Davis provides “old school” hands on alignments. He’s happy to help restore your quality of life without chemicals. He’s getting set up w/TriWest and looking into Champ VA (medical care for 100% disabled Veterans and their families). Questions: 406-493-6683, C 406-290-9181

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Code of Support Foundation ~ PATRIOTlink enables any user free access to vetted, direct, cost-free, Veteran services (Veterans, caregivers, family members and providers). Questions: 571-418-6339, info@codeofsupport.org

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i) ~ If you have problems falling asleep, staying asleep or waking too early, you are not alone. For many Veterans, CBT-i is a great option. To make CBT-i available to all Veterans, VA has developed a free, anonymous online course called Path to Better Sleep. Questions.

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Cohen Veterans Network ~ Access to Mental Health Care via TELEHEALTH. Face to Face Video Therapy for Veterans, service members, and their families. Through our client-centered, customized outpatient care, we support Veterans and their families as they begin their next mission: healthy and happy lives. Questions: Anthony 844-336-4226, anthony.guido@cohenveteransnetwork.org

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COMBAT CALL CENTER 1-877-927-8387

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Concussion Legacy Foundation (CLF) ~ HELPLINE. 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing personalized help to Veterans struggling with brain injury. Founded by Robert Cantu, MD, and Chris Nowinski, PhD to support athletes, Veterans, and all affected by concussions and CTE; achieve smarter sports and safer athletes through education and innovation; and to End CTE through prevention and research.

• CLF Project Enlist ~ Veterans are Concussion Legacy Foundation Veteran Advisory Board powered in part by Wounded Warrior Project.

• Mission: Significantly accelerate research on military Veterans with TBI, CTE and PTSD by increasing the number of Veteran brains donated to brain banks for study.

• Our vision is that Project Enlist will create a culture of brain donation within the military community, while also providing a service to Veterans through positive brain health messaging. 857-244-0810, info@concussionfoundation.org

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DD214, DD1300, DD2586, NGB22 ~ Veteran Service Records & DOD Military Personnel Records

• Correcting Military Service Records.

• DD Form 2586 provides an overview of your military experience and training. You can use this document in conjunction with your DD Form 214, evaluation records, training certificates, awards, transcripts, and other documentation to: Create a Resume; Complete a Job Application; Identify credit recommendations from the American Council of Education (ACE); Identify possible certification/waiver of apprenticeship requirements. ARTICLE

• DOD Milconnect.

• Requesting Military Records or call National Archives 314-801-0800 / Mail: National Personnel Records Center: 1 Archives Drive, St. Louis, Missouri 63138; FAX 314-801-9195

• SITREP - VIDEO or Email theSITREP@va.gov

• VA Blog.

Questions: National Archives 866-272-6272 OR go to our local MVAD 1911 Tower Rd., Missoula - Make an appointment 406-542-2501

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Dental: 

• Alpine Oral

• Authority Dental ~ Veterans Dental Care.

• Big Sky Smiles & Sedation ~ Dr. Bond (Veteran) has completed 1,000+ hours of post-doctoral training, which is double the requirement a dentist would need for their entire career. He also completed numerous rotations and externships with oral surgeons and periodontists while in the US Navy. He is currently the President for the Montana Chapter of the Academy of General Dentistry and actively teaches other dentists. We treat ALL our patients with respect and compassion. GET a QUOTE +1 406-549-6222 

• SITREP VIDEO ~ Learn about VA Dental Insurance Program (VADIP), which offers discounted private dental insurance for Veterans and family members who meet certain requirements. Eligibility: 406-447-7358 "Who qualifies?" (Video).

• VA Homeless Program: Homeless Veterans Dental Program

• Veteran Affairs Dental Insurance Program (VADIP) Fact Sheet. 

Available to Veterans enrolled in VA healthcare and/or to CHAMPVA enrollees. Perfect for those separating from service as it provides an overview of the 3 different Delta Dental plan options OR call 855-460-3302; Questions: Tammy 715-498-0298 THunter@delta.org

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Elder Care ~ Long-Term Care Benefits for Veterans and Surviving Spouses. 

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Emory Healthcare Veterans Program ~ Nationwide (Testimonials). We’re taking calls and conducting mental health assessments. Contact: James - Emory Brain Health Center, Veterans Outreach Coordinator 470-432-5470, James.brown@emoryhealthcare.org

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​​Federal Employees ~ Dental and Vision Insurance Plan (FEDVIP) Enrollment. Retirees, retiree family members can check for eligibility and sign up 1-877-888-3337 (Recommend checking with your dentist or vision provider to find-out which insurances they are under).

Questions: Michael - Retiree Activities Office (RAO) Director 509-247-5359, C 509-847-5606

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Flu shots (FREE) for Veterans at your local Walgreens ~ VA BLOG. Simply go to any Walgreens, tell the pharmacist you receive care at a VA facility, and show your Veterans Health Identification Card and another form of photo ID (Complete vaccine consent form at the time of service).

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Forge ~ The Overwatch Project isn’t your usual suicide prevention initiative. It’s gritty and blunt and in-your-face, as it takes on a topic that is often taboo: the intersection of firearms and suicide. Questions: Carey - Founder, cwoods@joinforge.org  

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FORT HARRISON ~ VA Healthcare (Missoula CBOC info below under "Montana VA Healthcare")

• Fort Harrison Hospital 1-877-468-8387, Eligibility / Enrollment 406-447-7350 / 7460 / 7457, Patient Advocates (406) 447-7990 or 7960.

• My Healthevet Coordinator - Duane 406-447-7437

• Release of Information 406-447-7234 or 7846.

• Patient Travel 406-447-7409; Lodging 406-447-7707; Non-VA Care (NAO) 1-888-795-0773; Patient Billings / Co-Pay 406-447-7844.

• Veteran Transportation Service 406-447-6270; DAV Transportation 406-447-7760; Non-VA Care in the Community 406-447-7400.

• VA Montana in house consult call center 406-447-6150; Nurse Triage 406-447-6120; Primary Care Call Center 406-442-6410.

• Veterans Benefit Administration (VBA) 1-800-827-1000

• Women Veterans Health Strategic Health Care Group: Montana (STATEWIDE), Women Veteran Program Manager: Sue Calentine, RN, BSN, MS, 3687 Veterans Dr., P.O. Box 1500, Fort Harrison 406-447-7315, susan.calentine@va.gov

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Funeral Planning ~ The Funeral Planning Guide for Veterans (or contact Montana Veterans Affairs Division BELOW)

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Good Therapy ~ Military & Veteran Mental Health. Questions: 888-563-2112 ext. 1

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Greater Good Health ~ Senior Health Care. Questions: 406-506-5686

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Heroes Therapeutic Outreach Program (HTOP) ~ The Learning Center at Red Willow. Mind & body program relieving the stress associated with PTSD, TBI, depression, isolation, chronic pain and much more! Through HTOP, The Learning Center at Red Willow makes all of their courses available FREE of charge to Veterans, service members, their families / caregivers, and First Responders: INFO / WAIVER

Questions: info@redwillowlearning.org OR Kathy 406-530-7175, kathymangan@redwillowlearning.org

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Home Base, a Red Sox Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital Program ~ HB has served more than 30,000 Veterans and their families and trained over 85,000 clinicians across the nation. Questions: Ryan 781-800-1920, RCASAVANT@mgh.harvard.edu

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Life Insurance ~ Veterans Affairs “VALife” will provide up to $40,000 of whole life insurance for all Veterans, age 80 or under!

Questions: Kimberly - Senior Advisor, VSO Liaison, VA Office of the Secretary 202-738-2944, Kimberly.Mitchell5@va.gov

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​MakeTheConnection.net ~ Connects Veterans and their family members and friends with mental health information, local resources, and inspiring stories of recovery. Visit for more info.

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Marcus Daly Hospital 300 N. 10th Street, Hamilton (406) 363-2211​

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Meditation with Christiane Wolf, MD, PhD ~ 5-minute guided grounding meditation. Trains you to focus, to concentrate, to cultivate mental well-being. Meditation is one of the complementary and integrative health (CIH) approaches within the VA Whole Health System of care included in the Veteran’s medical benefits package when deemed clinically necessary by a Veteran’s care team. YOUTUBE

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Memory Care in Montana ~ Provide those living with Alzheimer's and dementia care. Questions: britney@memorycare.com

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Mesothelioma: 

• Asbestosis Center ~ Countless Veterans are suffering from life-threatening illnesses that are a result of exposure to asbestos, a material that was commonly used in hundreds of military applications, products, and ships because of its resistance to fire. Educational guide. Questions: David - Outreach 407-734-1225, dsides@asbestos.com

• Resource Group ~ We offer free resources that are reviewed by certified oncologists and provide detailed information about mesothelioma and its impact on Veterans. 1 out of 3 mesothelioma patients are Veterans so our mission is to raise awareness about this cancer and other asbestos-related diseases. 1-866-806-9828

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Mighty Oaks Warrior Programs ~ Our mission is to operate on a standing commitment to reach the brokenhearted, with a specific calling to assist our nation’s military warriors and families find a new life purpose through a hope in Christ, after enduring hardship through their service to America. 29910 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd. Ste. G530, Murrieta, CA 951-240-3011, info@MightyOaksPrograms.org

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Military Funeral Honors – State of Montana

Interment Request ~ Eligibility:

• Military members who died while on active duty or in the Selected Reserve.

• Former military members who served on active duty or in the Selected Reserve and were discharged under other than dishonorable conditions.

• Former military members who completed at least one term of enlistment or period of initial obligated service in the Selected Reserve and were discharged under other than dishonorable conditions.

• By law, military units are required to provide, at a minimum, a two-person uniformed detail to present the core elements of the Funeral Honors ceremony. The core elements of the funeral honors ceremony, which will be conducted are: Playing of Taps; Flag folding; Flag presentation. Additional elements that could be provided as part of the Funeral Honors ceremony include a rifle detail; Color guard; Pallbearers; Caisson; Military flyover. 1956 MT Majo St., Fort Harrison, MT 59636 MVAD Interment Package.

Montana State Coordinator for Military Funeral Honors (MFH) ~ Phillip A Kiy 406-324-3217, C 781-414-0332, phillip.a.kiy2.civ@army.mil

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Military Funeral Honors ~ Military OneSource. Funeral planners or family members of eligible deceased veterans may request Military Funeral Honors by contacting the Military Funeral Honors coordinator listed in the Military Funeral Honors Directory. Under the state, you will find a local telephone number for each of the military services. Some states will have more than one phone number per military service: Air Force 406-731-2831; Army 888-634-7496; Coast Guard 206-718-5797; Marine Corps 866-826-3628; Navy 360-315-3275 or 360-315-3273

Questions: Military OneSource 800-342-9647

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MISSION ACT

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Missoula Aging Services ~ Medicare & In-Home Care Services. Aging Mastery Program® (AMP), Family Caregiver Support Specialists, In-Home Services Staff, Nutrition Program Managers, Veteran Directed Care Coordinators, and a VOLUNTEER Network!

Questions: MAS 406-728-7682, help@missoulaagingservices.org

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Missoula & Mobile Vet Center ~ VA Vet Centers are community-based counseling centers that provide a wide range of social and psychological services, including professional readjustment counseling to eligible Veterans and service members including National Guard and Reserve components, and their families. Missoula 910 Brooks St. Ste 101 or call 406-721-4918  

VSN Leadership Team: Anton Johnson, BSW - Veteran Outreach Program Specialist Cell 406-329-3006, Anton.Johnson@va.gov

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Montana VA Health Care - Missoula (CBOC: Community Based Outpatient Clinic) David J. Thatcher VA Clinic:

3885 W. Broadway, Missoula MISSOULA CBOC 406-215-0100 Mental Health 406-215-0200​

• VET2VET ~ Peer Support Groups 24/7 help number: 1-877-VET-2-VET (1-877-838-2838)

• Veteran X & VETERAN GROUP WALKS Missoula. Contact Clayton – Peer Support Specialist 406-417-8065, clayton.keys@va.gov

Billing Statement / Co-Pay Questions 866-393-1846; Compensation and Pension 800-827-1000; Hearing Aid Batteries 303-273-6200

Network Authorization 888-795-0773; VA Mobile! VA Video Connect. 

• ENROLL in VA Health Care (Video).

• HAMILTON VA: 1331 North 1st St. Kenny - Volunteer Behavioral Health Peer Support Coach 406-369-8868, bitterrootvalleyvets@gmail.com 

• Homeless Veterans Recovery Program (HVRP) to support Veterans navigating through some form of recovery and wanting to get back into the workforce. Contact David - Community Employment Coordinator, 3687 Veterans Dr., Fort Harrison 406-447-6032, david.petaja@va.gov

• KALISPELL: 750 Reserve Place (by Glacier High School and Glacier Eye Clinic). Please stop by and check out our new digs. Call 406-758-2700 to schedule all appointments or for help getting set up.

• MISSION ACT ~ Urgent Care & Same Day Services (FLYER).

• Veteran Community Care – Urgent Care YOUTUBE. 

• VA Montana Nurse Advice: 877-468-8387 (option 3); Veterans Choice Act Call Center (Billing Issues): 1-877-881-7618 (Open 9-5pm Eastern Standard Time). Kari Riebe – Manager Call Center (406) 493-3820, kari.riebe@va.gov

• Prescriptions & RX: There is no Rx card needed to identify the Veteran; VA Rx Mobile.

• Urgent Care Assistance Cards; Urgent Care – Info for Providers. Community Care Network. Center for Disease Control (CDC).

• ​Patient Travel (406) 447-7409; Lodging (406) 447-7707; Travel Reimburse Portal; Non-VA Care (NAO) (888) 795-0773; Patient Billings / Co-Pay (406) 447-7844

• Veterans Service Organizations (VSO) Representatives.

• Veteran Transportation Service 406-447-6270; DAV Transportation 406-447-7760; Non-VA Care in the Community 406-447-7400; VA Montana in house consult call center 406-447-6150; Nurse Triage 406-447-6120; Primary Care Call Center 406-442-6410; Veterans Benefit Administration (VBA) 800-827-1000; Duane - My Healthevet Coordinator 406-447-7437

• Women Veterans Health Strategic Health Care Group (STATEWIDE) ~ Women Veteran Program Manager: Sue Calentine, RN, BSN, MS 406-447-7315 / 7025, susan.calentine@va.gov OR Catherine Shackelford 406-874-5624, SPS / Please call Rebecca K. 406-447-7127

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Montana Veterans Affairs Division (MVAD) ~ VA Benefits, Cemeteries, DD-214 (See VSO outreach under "BENEFITS" above).  

• State Veterans Cemetery Program ~ Burial eligibility, fees, military honors, unclaimed Veterans, burial pre-registration for the State Veterans Cemeteries, and more. Questions: Matt - USAF Veteran 1911 Tower St., Missoula 406-218-2949, matt.manning@mt.gov; National Cemetery Admin (VA). 

• ​​For VA Benefit Letters: 800-827-1000 (“The local Veterans Affairs office is no longer permitted to print out letters of benefits for Veterans. That particular office is designed to help submit claims only.")

• “Montana’s most popular state benefit is the Veteran Designation on the drivers’ licenses.  An MOU between Montana Veteran’s Affairs Division and the Department of Motor Vehicles allows us to verify Veteran status in order to have the Veteran designation on their drivers’ licenses for a fee of $10.” More information.

• “One of Montana’s most underused state benefits is the free pass to access State Parks along with a free hunting and fishing license for disabled Veterans” (MT FWP).

• “Montana’s most unique and newest state benefit is our Honor and Remember Medallion offered to Gold Star Family members.  These beautiful medallions were authorized through legislation in 2017 and reflect the great appreciation the State of Montana shows to our Gold Star Families.” 

Questions: 406-324-3741 OR 1911 Tower Rd., Missoula 406-542-2501, mvadmissoula@mt.gov

Veteran Service Officers (VSO) - Missoula: Sara Ball, sara.ball@mt.gov

Kalispell: 406-755-3795 Veteran Service Officers: Carolyn, Bryan, and Ryan.

MVAD Administrator, Matt.Young@mt.gov

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Moral Injury Resources ~ MI occurs when a person perpetrates, fails to prevent, or witnesses actions that violate their deeply held values. Nearly 40% of combat Veterans report experiencing moral injury. It is not PTSD, but it is closely related—an invisible wound of the soul that can lead to overwhelming shame, guilt, depression, substance use, relationship challenges, anxiety, and thoughts of suicide. At Volunteers of America Northern Rockies (VOANR), we offer free peer-to-peer moral injury support groups, free retreats, and individualized support for Veterans, all in a safe and compassionate environment. VOA Hotline: 1-844-VOA-VETS, moralinjury@voanr.org

Questions: Breanna Rodriguez, DBH – Moral Injury Specialist 406-529-1857, breanna.rodriguez@voanr.org

OR Patrick - VOANR Moral Injury Specialist 406-437-4735, patrick.trammelle@voanr.org

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National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) ~ Support, Education, and Advocacy:

• NAMI Homefront: FREE, 6-session educational program for families, caregivers and friends of Veterans with mental health conditions.

• Resource Center: 202 Brooks St., Rm 210 (St. Paul Lutheran Church), Missoula.

• Riverwalk Crisis Center: 16-bed crisis center that will be open 24/7 for adults (18+) experiencing a mental health crisis. Short-term assessment, crisis observation and support, symptom stabilization, trauma-informed care, therapy, and peer support.

• Treatment Scout: Includes hundreds of Veteran healthcare facilities around the country, based on the recommendation of CSM (R) Tom Satterly, a retired Delta Force Special Operator that leads the All-Secure Foundation.

Questions: NAMI Missoula 406-880-1013, namimissoula@gmail.com

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National Center for PTSD 802-296-6300

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National Institute of Health ~ Better understand your unique health profile and help change the future of medicine by informing medical research and helping create more precise medicine. All of Us Research Program. Questions: Summit IL, Inc. 406-728-1630

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National Resource Directory ~ eBenefits, DoW, VA, and so much more!

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NightWare ~ We won't rest until those with PTSD can. The watch monitors heart rate while you sleep. A gyroscope and accelerometer, similar to fitness watches, monitor movement. The application has a formula that is customized to each individual. Questions: info@nightware.com