Advise for Finding Help: There are eight major groups of goods and services available to help Veterans, ExOffenders and those experiencing Homelessness that can help them Transition (ReEnter) back into society.

In order to find service providers with the goods and services you need, you will need information on where you can find those service providers.  You will need information from sources such as; VSC's Website, Connect2Help or CHIP's Handbook for Help, plus access to phone and/or Internet services.  If you do not have access to the internet you can visit any library and use one of their computers with internet service.

Goods & Services: When calling service providers for help, it is recommended that you call more than one service provider for the goods and services you think you need. Usually, no one service provider can provide you or your family with everything you need. It is recommended that you consult with an experienced counselor, support coach, mentors, case manager or Veterans Service Officer from one of the below service providers that regularly works with Veterans and active Military personnel, ExOffenders or the Homeless. By having one of them interview you, they can better help you determine what goods, services, programs or benefits you may need, and/or be entitled too.

We have found that you usually need more help than you think you need.  Below are some reminders. 

Groups of Goods & Services Available in Indy:

1. Abuse & Addictions

• Drug Counseling & Treatment
• Alcohol Counseling & Treatment
• Anger Management
• Mentoring Programs
• 12 Step Programs
• Domestic Abuse
• Self Esteem Classes
• Recovery Groups
• Inpatient / Outpatient
• Sex
• Pornography
• Nicotine
• Gambling
• Food (overeating)

2. Education

• Adult Continuing Education
• Resume Preparation
• GED / HSE Classes
• Trade / Technical Schools
• Colleges / Universities
• Entrepreneur Training
• Financial Literacy Classes
• Scholarships / Grants
• Life Skill Training

3. Employment / Jobs

• Career Placement
• Resume Preparation
• Basic literacy skills
• Character Building
• Workshops / ReTraining
• Transitional Jobs
• Second Language
• Don't overlook or underestimate Temp Services with Full / Part-Time Temporary Jobs

4. Health & Wellness

• Medical Treatment
• Immediate Care / First Aid
• Medication / Prescriptions
• Short-Term Care
• Long-Term Care
• Inpatient / Outpatient
• Immunization Shots
• Disability Assessment
• AIDS / HIV Testing & Treatment

5. Housing

• Supportive (long-term)
• Transitional (mid-term)
• Shelters (short-term)
• Hotels / Motels
• Houses / Apartments
• Rent / Buy
• Safe Havens
• Subsidized
• Rent / Utilities Assistances
• Every Veteran should have a safe and stable place to call home

6. Mental Health

• Counseling / Treatment / Support for; Depression, Schizophrenia, Anxiety,
  PTSD
• Anger Management Treatment
• Inpatient / Outpatient

7. Supportive Goods
     (Basic  Goods)

• Meals (prepared)
• Food (unprepared)
• Clothing
• Personal Hygiene Items
• Over the Counter Medicine
• Mailing Address
• E-mail Address
• Cell Phone
• Transportation - Ride Share Programs, Gas Cards, Bus Passes

8. Supportive Services
     (Basic Services)

• Case Management
• Health Insurance
• Legal
• Food Stamps
• Driver’s License
• State ID / Real ID
• Military ID / DD-214
• Birth Certificate
• Social Security Card
• Mentoring
• Faith Based
• Parole / Probation
• Child / Family
• Veterans / Homeless / ExOffender Outreach