veteran community
Former soldiers' group
The veteran community comprises people who have served in a country's armed forces, along with the organizations, services, and social networks that connect them.
The term emphasizes shared identity and mutual support among former military personnel: The veteran community rallied around families affected by the base closure.
It often appears in discussions of healthcare, employment, or advocacy for those who served.
- PTSD treatmentAddressing psychological injury aftermath
- comradeshipMutual loyalty among companions
- deploymentOrganized distribution of resources
- welcome homeGreeting for one returning
- reunionGathering after separation
peer mentoring · benefits · nonprofit organizations · counseling services · suicide prevention · support groups · vet center · scholarships · volunteerism · gold star families · purple heart · adaptive sports · job placement · physical therapy · mentorship programs · housing assistance · mental health awareness · legal aid
- Veteransvets, VA, retired soldier, ex-serviceman, combat vet
- military lifemess hall, military ball, canteen, wardroom
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