Returning Veterans and their Families Resource Center

At least 1.8 million troops have been deployed to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Approximately 85,000 veterans from these conflicts reside in New York State; however, that number is growing as more troops return from these wars. In addition, tens of thousands of family members in New York State are impacted by health and mental health conditions of veterans returning from these wars. In recognition of these issues NYSHealth established the Returning Veterans and Their Families Initiative in April 2008. The corresponding NYSHealth Resource Center on Returning Veterans and Their Families provides information on publications, data, organizations, and initiatives that are key to addressing reintegration issues faced by Iraq and Afghanistan veterans and their families throughout New York State.

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• Facts and Figures
• Important Publications
• Organizations Addressing Returning Veterans and Families Reintegration Issues
• Initiatives Addressing Returning Veterans and Families Reintegration Issues