CrossSwords: "Serving Those Who Serve"

If you have ever served in a combat situation you know that the conflict doesn't end when the tour of duty is over. Conflict often follows us home; not the military conflict we faced in battle, but the conflicts many now struggle through in their day to day living – trying to forget many of the experiences we went through while pretending as if nothing happened, or the struggles of trying to put a family back together, or return to the civilian workforce.

We understand your conflict and want to help you connect with others who share your experience. Our Director of Operations, Don Malin, has served alongside many of you and has shared many of the same struggles.

Visit some of the links on our site and then let us know your story. Help is closer than you think.

If you are a combat veteran and would like to help out by connecting with a buddy who is still hurting, contact us and let us know you want to be involved.

Links to Helpful Resources for Military Veterans

Google for Veterans - This site was made by veterans, family of veterans and friends who work at Google and understand the challenges of serving, coming home, and transitioning to civilian life. It contains:

Tools for Veterans - designed to make transitioning easier.

Tools for Families - helping to connect families of veterans with those who share their experiences.

National Archives - Veteran's Service Records - Veterans can request military records ands research other useful information regarding their military service.

U.S Department of Veteran's Affairs - A good first stop for information.

Returning Service Members (OEF/OIF - Learn about the benefits offered those returning from military service by the VA.