“Make the Connection” for Veterans in Your Community October 27, 2023 We’d like to introduce you to Make the Connection (MTC, www.maketheconnection.net), a vital mental health resource designed for veterans, by veterans. Whether it's the challenges associated with military service or the impact of current events, MTC offers a platform where veterans can find real stories from those who have faced similar struggles and discover the support they need. MTC even features resources for veterans who may be grieving the death of a loved one or friend, making this a helpful website to share with your community and the families you serve. About MTC Launched in 2011 by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), MTC features more than 900 videos, articles, and podcasts that share the personal journeys of Veterans from all service branches, backgrounds, and experiences. It's a testament to the strength and resilience of our country's veteran community. How You Can Help Spread the Word About MTC Include a link to MTC (www.maketheconnection.net) among the grief resources on your firm’s website; be sure to indicate that MTC is a VA resource for veterans, by veterans. If a grieving family you are serving includes veterans, consider mentioning the MTC resource to them. Hosting an event for veterans in your community or speaking at a local veterans service organization? Be sure to let attendees know that MTC can offer support for people who are grieving or who may be struggling in other ways. Find MTC-relatd content you can share on your firm’s social media pages online: www.maketheconnection.net/resources/spread-the-word. Thank you for your commitment to the well-being of our nation's veterans.