Resources

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Navigating life as a military family comes with unique challenges and opportunities. Whether you’re seeking guidance on finances, education, healthcare, housing, or overall well-being, this page offers a carefully curated list of trusted resources to support you every step of the way.

Our goal is to connect you with the information and assistance you need to thrive- at home, during transitions, and wherever military life takes you.

If you have any questions or if you want to let us know of additional resources for consideration to add to our list, just get in touch and let us know.

Family Support and Wellbeing

Military OneSource

Confidential support, counseling, and resources

National Military Family Association

Advocacy, resources, webinars

Education and Childcare

Military Child Education Coalition

Supporting military-connected children

School Liaison Program

Links to local education resources

Child Care Aware of America

Child care resources and assistance

Financial and Legal Assistance

First Command

Financial advice tailored to military life.

Army Emergency Relief

To provide grants, interest-free loans and scholarships to promote readiness and help relieve financial distress of Soldiers and their Families.

Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society

Provides several programs and services to assist active duty and retired Sailors, Marines and their families in financial need.

Legal Assistance for Military Families

U.S. Armed Forces Legal Assistance

Financial Counseling and Resources

Military OneSource financial counselors are available in person, over the phone and via video.

Employment and Careers

Military Spouse Employment Partnership

MSEP connects military spouses with hundreds of partner employers who have committed to recruit, hire, promote and retain military spouses.

U.S. Department of Labor – Veterans and Military Families

To enable all veterans, service members, and military spouses to reach their full potential in the workplace.

MyNextMove for Veterans

Designed for U.S. veterans who are current job seekers. The interactive tool helps vets learn about their career options. The site has tasks, skills, salary information, job listings, and more for over 900 different careers.

Health and Wellness

Military Health System

Health services and resources

Shields & Stripes

With a top-tier, 3-month intensive program led by the finest doctors, therapists, nutritionists, and trainers, Shields & Stripes is now providing the care our brave warriors, protectors, and servants deserve.

The Headstrong Project

The Headstrong Project is a non-profit mental health organization providing confidential, barrier-free, and stigma-free PTSD treatment to our veterans, service members, and family connected to their care.

The Invisible Enemy

We are fighting for the thousands of military personnel who worked on the Nevada Test and Training Range and suffered or died from exposure to toxic radiation and materials from decades of nuclear weapons testing. We are working with Congress to enact legislation that guarantees the comprehensive free medical treatment and just financial compensation these victims and their families deserve.

TRICARE

Military health insurance

Triple Threat Transformation

Provides comprehensive fitness solutions that build not just physical strength, but mental resilience, and lasting lifestyle changes.

Veterans Crisis Line

24/7, confidential crisis support for Veterans and their loved ones. You don't have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to connect.

Housing and Relocation

PCS (Permanent Change of Station) Resources

Every military move is different. Wherever you are, wherever you're headed, and whoever you're bringing with you, find support and access benefits to help you get settled into your new home.

Relocation Assistance

Spouse Relocation & Transition Consultations

Special Programs & Additional Support

Operation Homefront

Provides relief and recurring family support programs and services throughout the year to help military families overcome short-term difficulties so they don’t become long-term hardships.

Operation Warm Heart

Operation Warm Heart is a nonprofit subdivision of the Travis First Sergeant’s Council with a mission aimed at “providing morale, welfare and help when other resources are not available.”

Fisher House Foundation

Provides free lodging for military and veteran families receiving medical treatment.

USO

Support and Services for Troops and Families

Scott "Intake" Kartvedt

Keynote speaker for the Blue Angels - Achieve a blue angel culture of excellence.

Nevada-Specific Non-Profit Resources

The Veterans Guest House (Reno, NV)

Offers free or low-cost housing for military veterans and their families during medical treatments and hospital visits.

Operation Second Chance Nevada

We are patriotic citizens committed to serving our wounded, injured and ill Veterans. We support Veterans and their families by building relationships and identifying and supporting immediate needs and interests.

Nevada Homeless Veterans Program

Provides outreach and assistance for homeless veterans, including housing and support services.

National Non-Profit Resources (Outside Nevada)

Blue Angels Foundation

With a focus on transitional housing, post-traumatic stress treatment and suicide prevention, we have partnered with key organizations that help veterans restore self-esteem, build confidence, and provide hope for the bright future they deserve.

Wounded Warrior Project

Supports wounded veterans and their families with mental health, career, and wellness programs.

USO

Provides programs, entertainment, and support for active-duty service members and their families nationwide.

Operation Homefront

Provides relief and recurring family support programs and services throughout the year to help military families overcome short-term difficulties so they don’t become long-term hardships.

Fisher House Foundation

Provides free lodging for military and veteran families receiving medical treatment.

Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs)

(e.g., VFW, American Legion) Various local chapters support military personnel and families with advocacy, resources, and community events.

22 Warriors Foundation

Dedicated to reducing military veteran suicide and supporting mental health initiatives. Provides community outreach, peer support, and resilience programs.

QRFup Organization

Fighting the war against suicide. QRFup provides FREE 24/7 confidential support and resources for Service Members, Veterans, First Responders, and their Families during mental health crisis.

Helpful Information

Tips for Driving as an Amputee

Living with limb loss often brings changes to daily routines, but it doesn’t have to mean giving up independence.

Lung Cancer and Veterans

Veterans with lung cancer may be eligible for military benefits and other forms of compensation.