Capital Region Chapter # 2 - NY
Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc.
On this page you will find links to informative websites such as:
Albany, NY - Emergency Communication Services 458-8111
Toll-free: 1-888-737-4306
When calling the Red Cross to send an emergency message to a family member, it is helpful to have the following information:
Service member’s:
Full Name
Rank/Rating
Branch of Service
Social Security Number
Military Address
Information about the deployed unit and the home base unit (for deployed service members only)
Mail Rules for the U.S. Military (all branches)
Order a Flag Flown over the White House
MotoMail for deployed Marines, Army, Air Force, and Navy troops serving in Iraq and Kuwait. This is free communication that is usually delivered within 24 hours.
MilitaryHOMEFRONT is the central, trusted, up-to-date source for Service members and their families to find information about all DoD Quality of Life programs and services. Whether you live the military lifestyle or support those who do, you'll find what you need at MilitaryHOMEFRONT.
Military One Source is available 24/7 and provides help with emotional support during deployments (yes, for family members too), relocation information, and much, much, much more. 1-800-342-9647
Helping our Troops Reintegrate-
America Supports You and BSM Resource Guide to Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
National Center for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Stratton VA Hospital Information for Veterans Returning from OIF, OEF
Deployment Health Support Hotline 1-800-497-6261 (9am-5pm EST)
Army Family Assistance Hotline 1-800-833-6622
Army Reservist Hotline 1-800-318-5298
National Guard 1-888-777-7731
Marine Corps Community Service Center 1-800-336-4663
Air Force 1-866-299-0596
Navy 1-800-372-5463
Coast Guard 1-800-872-4957 x932
National Mental Health Association
Military Severely Injured Joint Operations Center 1-888-336-4663
(this has been created out of several organizations to help a returning warrior not fall through the cracks. It is available 24 hours a day.)
VA's Office of Readjustment Counseling 1-202-273-9116