United States Department of Veterans Affairs

VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System

Returning Service Members

Welcome home and thank you for your service to our country!

VA Pittsburgh is ready to provide health care and more to our newest Veterans returning from the armed forces. Even if you are still on active duty or an activated member of the National Guard or Reserve, you can receive care and benefits assistance.


FAMILY SUPPORT

Veteran and children
Support for post-deployment stress, including family communication and problem solving.
Contact: Bridget Wright
412-822-1403
 

MY HEALTHeVET

my healthevet link
The Separation from Active Duty Center offers help for new Veterans adjusting to changes, plus information for family and friends supporting them. 
Top Three Concerns of Returning Veterans

1

FAMILY and MARITAL ISSUES
VA Pittsburgh’s social workers and community-based care programs can help Veterans dealing with these issues. In addition, VAPHS supports three Vet Centers that also serve as part of this family and community support system.
Call 412-822-2362 for more information.

2

COMBAT STRESS/SLEEP DISTURBANCE
VA Pittsburgh offers counseling and supportive therapy to help Veterans work through these challenges.
Call 412-822-2362 for more information.

3

EMPLOYMENT
VA provides a number of employment and educational services to help Veterans build a successful career. Vocational rehabilitation is offered in both Veterans Health and Veterans Benefits settings.
Call 412-822-2362 or visit www.vetsuccess.gov for more information.
 

Are you a Veteran in emotional distress?
Do you know someone in suicidal crisis?

Veterans Crisis Line 1-800-273-8255 Press 1 Link to suicide prevention live chat

Available 24/7
Visit the Veterans Crisis Line website for more information.



Apply for VA health care benefits

National OEF/OIF Returning Service Members website

After Deployment

National Resource Directory

Yellow Ribbon Program link

Information for returning service members across VISN 4

Veteran is fly-fishing
PROJECT HEALING WATERS

At no cost, Veterans can benefit from the healing power of nature through hands-on classes and excursions centered around fly-fishing, fly-tying and rod-building. To get involved, contact
John Pinigis at 412-822-3085.