Facts about the VA
Which president established that this country will take care of it's vets and their dependents ?
Abraham Lincoln
Who provides therapy?
social worker
1800-273-8255
Crisis Line
Name a coping skill for anxiety that involves deep breathing and stillness
meditation
How many branches of the US military
5 branches
Which state was the first VA created in?
Maine
Who can give an injection
nurse
1800-827-6111
MAIN VA
What is something you can do to prevent self-harm
take a cold shower, hold an ice cube in hand or arm, chew something very strong, or other self soothing behaviors
How many Vets are there in this country
20 million
Which state has the largest VA?
Mississippi
what MHICM team member is always a veteran
peer specialist
1877-222-8387
or
1800-877-8339
Veterans Benefit Administration
worry and fear about everyday situation
anxiety
which war population of vets does the VA serve most right now?
Gulf War
How many veterans does the VA serve?
9 million
Who schedules your appointment?
secretary
1404-321-6111
MHICM
episodes of mood swings that range from depressive lows to highs
bipolar disorder
Who was president during WWII
FDR
Which state has the largest number of Vets?
California
Who checks you in at your appointment?
Front desk, secretary, kiosk, provider
404-329-2222
Tapline
Name 3 coping techniques
task-oriented, emotion-oriented, avoidance-oriented
Who chose the army's dress colors?
George Washington