MakeTheConnection.net
MakeTheConnection.net is an initiative by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) aimed at connecting Veterans, their families, and supporters with resources and stories to address mental health and well-being.
Goals
- Share real-life stories of Veterans to help others feel less isolated in their struggles.
- Provide resources for managing mental health, substance use, and other life challenges.
- Encourage Veterans to seek support by reducing stigma around mental health issues.
- Facilitate connections to VA and community resources through an interactive platform.
Sponsor
- *United States Department of Veterans Affairs* (VA)
- *Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention* (OMHSP)
Creation
MakeTheConnection.net was launched in November 2011 as part of the VA's broader campaign to address mental health among Veterans. It was not created by specific legislation but as part of VA's commitment to Veterans' mental health, focusing on storytelling and resource connection.
Funding
Funding for MakeTheConnection.net comes from the VA's budget for mental health outreach and services. Specific funding amounts are not publicly detailed, but it operates within the broader framework of the VA's mental health initiatives. Funding is ongoing, subject to annual appropriations.
Leadership
The title of the leader of this program could be the Deputy Chief Officer for Mental Health or another senior official within the Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention.
Website
https://www.maketheconnection.net
Social Media Accounts
- [*https://twitter.com/MakeTheConnect Twitter (X): @MakeTheConnect]
- [*https://www.facebook.com/MakeTheConnection/ Facebook: MakeTheConnection]
- [*https://www.youtube.com/user/MakeTheConnection YouTube: MakeTheConnection]
Wikipedia Article
No specific Wikipedia article exists for "MakeTheConnection.net." Information might be found under broader topics like Department of Veterans Affairs or Veteran mental health in the United States.