1. Information on Availability of Healthcare and Mental Health Services
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2. Prior to separation - See a dentist and take care of any issues
-Get a physical
- See a dentist and take care of any issues
- Obtain copies of your and your family’s medical records

3. SHPE Separation History and Physical Examination (SHPE)
- Documents all conditions
- Essential for disability claims with VA
- Begin180 prior to separation!
SHPE

4. MHSA DoD Mental Health Self-Assessment Program
Voluntary and anonymous online survey
Customized resource list
You can self refer to Medical Treatment Facilities
Family member can make 8 visits without preauthorization if within Tricare network
MHSA

5. DoD Intransition Program
Confidential coaching program that addresses:
Treatment options
Community resources
Appointment with behavioral health providers in new location
center/intransition/

7. After you get out
Combat Veterans or Service Members who served in theater of combat operations eligible for enhanced enrollment for 5 years
Conditions identified in SHPE may be eligible for VA care. Service member must file claim with VA and have disability exam performed
New Joint Action Team formed to expand access to MH services

8. Key Suicide Resource for Veterans & Families
Veterans Crisis Hotline 24/7/365
Option 1
Chat online
Text to Even if not registered with VA

9. Resource Recap Resources Local programs for mental health and SUD
center/intransition/
(1 year now!)
findtreatment.samhsa.gov