Military & Veterans Resources
Operation Stand Down Tennessee is the only comprehensive Veteran-serving agency in middle Tennessee connecting Veterans with careers, community, and crisis services. If you or your spouse served in the military, let Operation Stand Down Tennessee engage, equip, and empower you to succeed. Call or visit one of our three VA-approved Welcome Centers today.
For the most accurate and detailed information, visit the official OSDTN website.
Solutions 21 is dedicated to empowering veterans through career transition services and leadership development.
Career Transition Assistance: Providing resources and support to help veterans successfully transition to civilian careers.
Leadership Development: Offering training and mentoring programs designed to enhance leadership skills for veterans.
Networking Opportunities: Connecting veterans with employers and professional networks to facilitate job placement and career growth.
HCA Healthcare's mission related to veterans focuses on providing high-quality healthcare services to veterans and their families.
Access to Care: Ensuring that veterans receive timely and appropriate medical care through various facilities and programs.
Supportive Services: Offering specialized programs that address the unique health needs of veterans, including mental health and rehabilitation services.
Community Engagement: Collaborating with veteran organizations to enhance healthcare access and support within the veteran community.
The Agricenter’s Veterans Ag (VETSA) supports the agricultural community and serve veterans.
Hosting Veteran Events: Organizing job fairs, expos, and other events that connect veterans with resources and opportunities in agriculture and related fields.
Promoting Agriculture Education: Offering programs that educate veterans about agricultural practices and potential career paths in farming and agribusiness.
Supporting Community Engagement: Creating a space for veterans to engage with the community and access various services.
The mission of Operations Song is to support veterans and active-duty service members by using music as a therapeutic tool.
Songwriting Programs: Providing opportunities for veterans to express their experiences and emotions through songwriting.
Healing through Music: Utilizing the creative process of music to promote healing and mental wellness among service members.
Community Building: Fostering connections between veterans, musicians, and supporters to create a supportive community.
The mission of Crossroads Mission Care in Nashville, TN, is to provide comprehensive support and resources to veterans and individuals in need.
Holistic Support Services: Offering a range of services, including housing assistance, food distribution, and mental health support.
Empowerment and Self-Sufficiency: Helping individuals achieve independence through skills training, job placement, and educational opportunities.
Community Engagement: Fostering a sense of community and connection among veterans and those they serve.
FourBlock is dedicated to helping veterans transition from military to civilian careers.
Career Development: Providing veterans with the tools and resources necessary to succeed in the civilian workforce.
Networking Opportunities: Connecting veterans with industry professionals and employers who value military experience.
Supportive Community: Creating a supportive environment where veterans can share experiences and gain confidence in their career paths.
The mission of Marine For Life is to support transitioning Marines and their families as they move from military to civilian life.
Transition Assistance: Providing resources and guidance to help Marines successfully navigate the transition process.
Career Development: Offering support in employment opportunities, resume writing, and job search strategies tailored to veterans.
Networking: Connecting Marines with a network of peers, mentors, and organizations that can assist in their transition.
Resource Navigation: Helping individuals access various services related to education, healthcare, and community support.
Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) supports veterans through various initiatives designed to facilitate a transition to academic life.
Veteran Support Services: Assist veterans with enrollment, benefits navigation, and academic advising, ensuring that veterans can access educational programs and resources to further their academic and career goals.
Community and Engagement: Fostering a supportive environment that encourages veteran involvement in campus activities and connections with peers.
Career Development: Career services tailored to veterans, including internships and networking opportunities.
Advocacy: Promoting awareness of veterans' needs and advocating for their rights and support within the university and the broader community.
The mission of the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) is to promote the improvement of postsecondary education in Tennessee. Key elements of their mission include:
Increasing Access: Ensuring that all Tennesseans have access to quality higher education opportunities.
Enhancing Quality: Supporting efforts to improve the quality and effectiveness of postsecondary institutions.
Supporting Workforce Development: Aligning educational programs with the needs of the workforce to enhance economic development in the state.
The mission of the Tennessee Department of Veterans Services (TDVS) is to advocate for and assist veterans, service members, and their families in accessing benefits and services.
Service Coordination: Helping veterans navigate the complex system of benefits, including healthcare, advocacy, and employment services.
Support and Resources: Providing information and resources related to veterans' benefits.
Community Engagement: Fostering partnerships with local organizations, agencies, and communities to enhance support for veterans and their families.
The mission of the USO (United Service Organizations) is to strengthen America’s military service members by keeping them connected to family, home, and country throughout their service to the nation.
Providing Support: Offering programs and services that enhance the quality of life for active-duty military personnel, veterans, and their families.
Connecting Service Members: Facilitating connections between service members and their families through various events and activities.
Boosting Morale: Creating opportunities for entertainment and recreation that help boost the morale of troops and their families.
The mission of the Austin Peay State University (APSU) Veterans Upward Bound program is to provide educational support and resources to veterans for a successful transition to college.
Academic Support: Offering tutoring, workshops, and resources to help veterans prepare for higher education.
Personalized Guidance: Individualized assistance for veterans navigating the college application process.
Skill Development: Fostering skills necessary for academic success, such as study techniques and financial literacy.
Community Engagement: Creating an environment that encourages camaraderie among veterans
Access to Resources: Connecting veterans to available educational benefits, scholarships, and other resources.
Belmont University supports veterans through a variety of programs and initiatives aimed at ensuring their successful transition to academic life.
Comprehensive Support: Providing resources and services to assist veterans in navigating their educational journey, including academic advising, and counseling.
Veteran Services Office: Guidance on veterans' education benefits and helping with enrollment and financial aid processes.
Community Building: Creating a welcoming environment that fosters connections among veterans, active-duty members, and the broader campus community.
Career Development: Assisting veterans with career services, including job placement, resume writing, and networking opportunities tailored to their unique skills.
The mission of Ross Behavioral Group in relation to veterans focuses on providing comprehensive mental health services and support tailored to the unique needs of veterans and their families.
Mental Health Support: Offering evidence-based therapies and counseling to address issues such as PTSD, anxiety, and depression.
Veteran-Specific Programs: Creating programs that cater specifically to the experiences and challenges faced by veterans.
Community Engagement: Promoting awareness and understanding of veteran mental health issues within the community.
The Fort Campbell’s Family and Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) delivers programs and service enabling readiness and resilience for a globally-responsive military. MWR offers programs like:
Child and Family Services: Assisting serving families in finding affordable childcare, fitness programs, and sports facilities.
Community Engagement: Creating a supportive network for service members to connect with each other and local resources.
Recreation and Leisure: Offering a range of programs that provide mission sustaining fitness, recreation, and library services.
The mission of the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development in relation to veterans focuses on supporting their employment and workforce development needs.
Employment Services: Providing resources and assistance to help veterans secure meaningful employment.
Training and Skills Development: Offering programs that enhance the skills of veterans to meet workforce demands.
Advocacy: Promoting awareness of veterans' contributions in the workplace and advocating for their hiring among employers.
The mission of Hiring Our Heroes, an initiative of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, is to connect veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses with meaningful employment opportunities.
Facilitating Job Connections: Organizing job fairs and networking events to connect job seekers with employers who value military experience.
Providing Resources: Offering tools and resources for career development, including resume workshops and interview preparation.
Advocating for Employment: Raising awareness among businesses about the benefits of hiring veterans and military spouses.
The mission of VetLinx is to assist veterans, service members, and their families in successfully transitioning to civilian life.
Employment Support: Providing resources and connections to help veterans find meaningful employment.
Networking Opportunities: Facilitating relationships between veterans and employers who value military experience.
Community Resources: Offering access to various services that support veterans in their personal and professional lives.
The Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Employee Outreach program within the TN National Guard (TNNG) is to promote the support for service members and their families in the workplace.
Education and Awareness: Informing employers about the rights and responsibilities of service members and their obligations under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA), while encouraging support and the recognition of value of service members in the workforce.
Support for Service Members: Providing resources and guidance to service members transitioning to civilian employment and helping them navigate workplace challenges.
Conflict Resolution: Assisting in resolving issues between service members and their employers related to military service.
Next Level Solutions focuses on empowering veterans and transitioning service members by providing comprehensive career development and support.
Career Transition Assistance: Helping veterans navigate the transition from military to civilian careers through training and resources.
Skills Development: Offering programs to enhance skills and qualifications relevant to the job market.
Networking Opportunities: Connecting veterans with potential employers and professional networks to facilitate job placement.
The mission of Joint Family Readiness within the J9 Tennessee National Guard focuses on supporting service members and their families. This initiative aims to enhance the quality of life for military families by providing resources, information, and services.
Support Services: Offering resources for family assistance, including counseling, financial management, and deployment support.
Community Building: Facilitating networks and connections among families to foster a sense of community and resilience.
Education and Training: Providing workshops and programs to help families navigate military life and prepare for deployments.
Advocacy: Representing the needs and concerns of military families to ensure they receive the necessary support.
The mission of the Metro Veterans Affairs Office supports veterans and their families through:
Advocacy: Promoting the rights and needs of veterans at the local level, ensuring they receive the benefits and services they deserve.
Support Services: Providing personalized assistance and counseling to help veterans and their families navigate challenges related to military service and transition to civilian life.
Community Engagement: Fostering connections between veterans and local resources, organizations, and community events.
Education and Outreach: Raising awareness about available resources and programs that support veterans and their families.
Lipscomb University is committed to supporting veterans through various programs and services tailored to meet their unique needs.
Educational Support: Providing resources and programs to facilitate the transition of veterans into academic life, including academic advising, tutoring, and mentorship.
Veteran Services Office: Offering dedicated assistance with enrollment, financial aid, and navigating benefits such as the GI Bill.
Community Engagement: Fostering a supportive environment that encourages the participation of veterans in campus life and connecting them with peers and resources.
Career Development: Assisting veterans with career services, including job placement, internships, and networking opportunities.
The mission of Reboot Recovery in Nashville, TN, is to provide support and healing for veterans and first responders dealing with trauma and PTSD.
Holistic Recovery Programs: Offering courses and workshops that focus on mental, emotional, and spiritual healing.
Community Support: Creating a supportive community where veterans and first responders can share their experiences and find camaraderie.
Empowerment: Equipping participants with tools and strategies to navigate their recovery journey and improve their overall well-being.
The mission of CreatiVets is to support veterans in their healing process through the creative arts, particularly music and visual arts.
Therapeutic Programs: Offering songwriting and art programs that help veterans express their experiences and emotions.
Empowerment: Providing veterans with tools to find their voice and share their stories through creativity.
Community Building: Fostering connections among veterans and the broader community through collaborative artistic projects.
The Mission Continues is a national non-profit that empowers veterans to continue serving in our nation’s under-resourced communities, giving veterans the opportunity to keep serving even after the uniform comes off, right here at home. Our programs deploy veterans and volunteers to work alongside nonprofit partners and community leaders to improve educational resources, tackle food insecurity, foster neighborhood identity, and more.
Leadership: Offering opportunities for veterans to continue their leadership skills through service platoons.
Advocacy: focus on mental health, civic engagement, and women veterans.
Community: Promoting service projects by veterans within the community.
Waypoint Vets is dedicated to supporting veterans in their transition to civilian life by providing resources and community connections.
Career Support: Assisting veterans in finding meaningful employment and career development opportunities.
Community Engagement: Creating a supportive network for veterans to connect with each other and local resources.
Holistic Services: Offering a range of programs that address the physical, emotional, and social needs of veterans.
Centerstone's mission focuses on providing specialized mental health and substance use treatment services tailored to the unique needs of veterans and their families.
Veteran-Centric Services: Offering programs specifically designed for veterans, addressing issues such as PTSD, depression, and anxiety.
Supportive Environment: Creating a safe and understanding atmosphere where veterans can receive care and support.
Community Integration: Facilitating connections between veterans and community to enhance social support and well-being.
Holistic Care: Emphasizing a comprehensive approach that includes mental health, substance use treatment, and overall wellness.
The mission of The Silver Angels is to provide support and resources to veterans and their families, focusing on enhancing their quality of life.
Community Engagement: Building connections between veterans and the community to foster support and understanding.
Resource Provision: Offering assistance in accessing essential services, including healthcare, housing, and employment.
Advocacy: Raising awareness about the challenges faced by veterans and working to address those issues through various initiatives.
