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Veteran-Friendly Extension Toolkit

The toolkit was developed following interviews with stakeholders. It covers all materials in the Extension veteran-friendly training and has additional content for those working with Veterans and their families. The toolkit is organized based on topic with a narrated video. Some topics are accompanied by relevant factsheets.

  • Understanding Military Culture

    Discusses the US military history, branches, training, and its cultural values. 

    Video

    • Understanding Military Culture

    Factsheets

    • History of the Military
    • Military Branches
    • Military Culture
  • Separation from Military

    Covers the advantages and disadvantages of separating from military life.

    Video

    • Separation from the Military

    Factsheets

    • Separation from the Military
    • Transition into Civilian Life
    • Social Support
  • Veteran Health

    Outlines how wars impact Veterans' general health and other related conditions.

    Video

    • Veteran Health

    Factsheets

    • Physical Health Part 1
    • Physical Health Part 2
    • Injuries
  • Traumatic Brain Injury

    Defines and outlines traumatic brain injury (TBI) effects, type of support available, and access barriers for Veterans. 

    Video

    • Traumatic Brain Injury

    Factsheets

    • TBI
    • Impacts of TBI
    • Support & Barriers of TBI
  • Veteran Mental Health

    Examines major mental health challenges, moral injury, and treatment options.  

    Video

    • Veteran Mental Health

    Factsheets

    • Common Mental Health Disorders
    • Sources of Stress
    • Impact of Civilian Life on Mental Health
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

    Explores Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) triggers, treatments, and its impact on the family. 

    Video

    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

    Factsheets

    • PTSD
    • PTSD Triggers
    • PTSD Effect on Families
  • Veterans and Suicide

    Reports on suicide risk factors in Veterans, female Veteran suicides, and overall prevention strategies. 

    Video

    • Veterans and Suicide

    Factsheets

    • Understanding Suicide Risk Factors
    • Understanding Femal Veteran Suicide
    • Preventing Veteran Suicide
  • VA System

    Details the history of the Veterans Affairs system, its major offices and centers, the healthcare services provided, and the barriers preventing access. 

    Video

    • The VA System

    Factsheets

    • VA System
  • Resources for Veterans

    Tackles how to navigate the system and share the current resources for Veterans with specific needs.

    Video

    • Resources for Veteran 

     

  • Working with Veteran Families

    Veteran family

    Reviews the challenges following injuries and substance use on Veteran partners and their children. It also describes how to use the appropriate support services when working with families. 

    Video

    • Working with Veteran & Families

    Factsheets

    • Working with Veteran Families
    • How Extension Can Help
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