Be the One
Veterans Helping Veterans in North Carolina
Today, the No. 1 issue facing the veteran community is suicide. The mission of The American Legion's Be The One initiative is to reduce the rate of veteran suicide. We're actively working on lessening the stigma associated with mental health treatment and empowering everyone to take appropriate action when a veteran or service member may be at risk – one life at a time.
Whether you're a veteran or the friend or family-member of a veteran, you can Be The One.
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RESOURCES
This page is here to connect veterans, their families, and supporters with real help in our community. Whether you’re looking for benefits assistance, mental health support, food and shelter resources, or tools for daily well-being, these organizations are ready to stand beside you. No one has to navigate challenges alone. Reaching out is a sign of strength, and support is always closer than you think.
New Hanover County Veteran Services
https://www.nhcgov.com/1010/Veteran-Services
Address: HHS building at 1650 Greenfield St
Phone: 910-798-7600
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MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
Address: 615 Shipyard Boulevard
Wilmington NC
Phone: 910-343-0145
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FOOD AND SHELTER ASSISTANCE
Federal Point Help Center
Address: 7 North 3rd St. Carolina Beach
Phone: 910-458-2777
Hours: 10A - 12 Noon Monday through Friday
Provides assistance with food and some financial help
with utilities, gas for residents of Pleasure Island and
the Myrtle Grove area
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Good Shepherd Center
GoodShepherdWilmington.org
Address: 811 Martin Street
Wilmington NC
Phone: 910-763-4424 x100 for Front Desk
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MOBILE APPS
VA: Health and Benefits - U.S. Dept. of Veteran Affairs
Objective Zero - a support network of veteran specialists & concerned citizens
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PTSD Coach - provides education and tools to help
manage stresses of daily life with PTSD
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Mindfulness Coach - developed to help Veterans and
Service Members reduce stress and anxiety