You may have heard the shocking statistics about our Military Veterans returning home to find themselves contemplating suicide and often struggling with depression and having a low quality of life. It is impacting a wider range of ages than most people realize.
Do you feel somewhat powerless to help them?
Do you wish you could do more to help a veteran you know?
I’m no expert but I want to share 22 ways I believe anyone can help make a veteran who's suffering from depression to have a brighter and better world:

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1) Taking time to Listen

2) Encourage healthy Sleep habits

3) Encourage them to strengthen their Support Network

4) Sometimes its okay to Cry

 
5) Give them a Ride

6) Help them to get Gifts to their Special People

7) Help them to prepare a Moping Escape Plan

8) Help them to Face their Fears

9) Help them to not be alone during Holidays and Special Occasions

10) Help your Veteran see the Photos they Love

11) Help them to Laugh

12) Consider our 4-Legged Friends

13) Help a Veteran to Reduce their Frustrations

14) Share a Meal with your Veteran

 
15) Music can be Uplifting and Inspirational

16) Religion and Spiritual  Growth

17) Meditation

18) Encourage a Healthy Diet and Exercise

19) Encourage them to do something outside of their Norm

20) Encourage Realistic Expectations

21) Help your Veteran to get more Organized

22) It’s only "what is" and "what can be" that matters

As this list continues to evolve I will love to hear your thoughts, questions, comments and/or suggestions for improving the 22-Ways. If there is one that was particularly helpful please let me know. If there is something missing or something critical I have overlooked please let me know. Thanks for helping our Veterans.
If you are a US Military Veteran Thank You for your service.