Our team recognizes the challenges and emotional difficulties that you may be experiencing at this time. We extend our most sincere sympathy if you have experienced the loss of a loved one.
Grieving is always difficult, and we recognize the COVID-19 pandemic creates additional challenges and needs. The Virtual Family Assistance Center Call Center is available to provide emotional support and to assist you in finding the resources that you need. Please contact the organizations listed on this page, request a call back or call us directly to explore options.
If you have questions, please contact us at VFAC@redcross.org.
Chattanooga Goodwill Industries
We provide case management, job training, job readiness training, and job placement services.423-629-2501
American Red Cross, Service to the Armed Forces
Provides information and referrals, resiliency workshops, advocacy and support to military members, veterans and their families.
Operation Stand Down Tennessee
We provide financial assistance for qualified veterans that covers rent, utilities, and other bills. We also provide limited mortgage assistance for those impacted by COVID-19. Career services are also available for those who are looking for employment.
615-248-1981
TN Department of Veteran Affairs
Providing resources and assistance for Veterans during COVID-19
615-741-2345
https://www.tn.gov/veteran (click on contact us)
Our targeted psychological first aid training programs, conducted by mental health professionals, can help you cope with added stress, foster resiliency and encourage peer support. These no-cost courses are approximately two hours in length and are offered online.