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VETERAN SPOUSE NETWORK

Virtual Peer Support Programs — Free, Confidential, Nationally Available

“Facilitating a network of support for military and veteran spouses and families.”

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Platform: Online · Virtual · Phone

Who Can Join: Military and veteran spouses, partners, and family members ages 18+ residing in the United States · Individuals divorced from a service member or veteran are also eligible · Some programs open to all military/veteran-connected individuals

Cost: FREE

Registration: View upcoming sessions and register: https://veteranspousenetwork.org/events/

 

The Veteran Spouse Network (VSN) offers a suite of free virtual peer support programs built by and for the military and veteran spouse community. From one-on-one peer check-ins to curriculum-driven support groups, social clubs, educational webinars, and a monthly podcast, every program is peer-led, trauma-informed, and designed around your schedule. No clinical referral is required — come as you are.

PEER 2 PEER CONNECT — One-on-One Virtual Peer Support

Day & Time: Flexible — scheduled individually based on your availability

Platform: Online · Virtual

Cost: FREE

Connect directly with a trained VSN Peer Leader for a private, one-on-one virtual session tailored to your needs. After submitting the sign-up form, program staff match you with the leader best suited to support you. Sessions provide a listening ear, validation, and referrals to other programs — completely free and confidential.

Sign Up: https://utexas.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eeVR2T4mqQkhgOi

Program Page: https://veteranspousenetwork.org/peer2peer-connect/

VSN SOCIAL CLUB — Peer-Led Virtual Social Groups

Day & Time: Multiple sessions weekly — new clubs added regularly · See Events Calendar

Platform: Online · Virtual (national) · Some in-person options in Texas

Cost: FREE

VSN Social Clubs are flexible, peer-led virtual meet-ups covering topics that matter to the military and veteran spouse community. Recent topics include nutrition and wellness, PTSD and relationships, morning meditation, coffee chats, and community introductions. New clubs are added weekly.

View & Register: https://veteranspousenetwork.org/vsn-social-club/

VETERAN SPOUSE RESILIENCY GROUP (V-SRG) — Curriculum-Driven Peer Support

Day & Time: Ongoing — virtual sessions offered nationally · Sessions run approximately 2 hours · See Events Calendar

Platform: Online · Virtual (national) · In-Person (Texas only)

Cost: FREE

The V-SRG is a structured, peer-led support group built on a six-topic curriculum for military and veteran spouses and partners. Available as a 6-week mini-series, standalone solo sessions, or a wellness series — all virtual offerings are open nationally.

Session Topics: Sharing Our Stories · Taking Care of Ourselves · Invisible Wounds & Suicide Prevention · Compassion Fatigue & Boundary Setting · Love & Relationships · Moving Forward

Register: https://veteranspousenetwork.org/programs/veteran-spouse-resiliency-group/

EMPOWERED — Educational Webinars & Seminars

Day & Time: Ongoing — virtual sessions throughout the year · See Events Calendar

Platform: Online · Virtual

Who Can Join: All military- and veteran-connected individuals ages 18+ in the United States

Cost: FREE

EmpowerEd brings professional educators and speakers to you on topics that matter to military and veteran families — including trauma-informed parenting, PTSD, mental health, career transition, and advocacy.

Register: https://veteranspousenetwork.org/empowered/

VSN PODCAST — On-Demand · Free · Available Anytime

Platform: Online · On-Demand · YouTube · Apple Podcasts · Spotify · All major podcast apps

Cost: FREE

The VSN Podcast, hosted by Program Director Hannah O’Brien, features monthly episodes sharing real stories from the military and veteran spouse community. Topics include PTSD, relationships, caregiving, career development, and more. New episodes drop the second Friday of every month. The full archive is available anytime — no login required.

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLK8F1rvjhLYPaHHerKpzcKY-Ml_SknWFi

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/veteran-spouse-network/id1711437721

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5r7q0A67QxFgKv0BdOJth6

HOW TO REACH US

Events Calendar & Registration: https://veteranspousenetwork.org/events/

Peer 2 Peer Connect Sign-Up: https://utexas.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eeVR2T4mqQkhgOi

Main Website: https://veteranspousenetwork.org/

Contact: https://veteranspousenetwork.org/contact-us/

Join Mailing List: https://veteranspousenetwork.org/join-our-mailing-list/

WHO WE HELP

  • Spouses and committed partners of active-duty service members or veterans
  • Family members and caregivers of active-duty service members or veterans
  • Individuals divorced from a service member or veteran · Widow/widowers of service members or veterans
  • All eligible participants must be ages 18 and up residing in the United States
  • EmpowerEd webinars are open to all military- and veteran-connected individuals including providers and supporters

 

WHAT VSN PROVIDES

  • One-on-One Peer Support: Private, confidential virtual sessions matched to your needs
  • Virtual Social Groups: Weekly peer-led clubs on wellness, PTSD, relationships, meditation, and more
  • Curriculum-Driven Groups: Structured resiliency groups in 6-week, solo-session, and wellness series formats
  • Educational Webinars: Professional speakers on mental health, parenting, transitions, and advocacy
  • On-Demand Podcast: Monthly episodes — full archive available anytime, no login required
  • Peer Leader Network: All programs led by trained fellow military and veteran spouses

 

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

All Programs: https://veteranspousenetwork.org/programs/

Peer Leader Opportunities: https://veteranspousenetwork.org/peer-leaders/

Suicide Prevention: https://veteranspousenetwork.org/suicideprevention/

Community Resources: https://veteranspousenetwork.org/resources/

ABOUT VETERAN SPOUSE NETWORK

The Veteran Spouse Network (VSN) was founded in January 2015 and is housed within the Institute for Military & Veteran Family Wellness at the University of Texas at Austin, in partnership with the Steve Hicks School of Social Work and the Dell Medical School. VSN facilitates a research-informed, peer-led community of support for military and veteran spouses, partners, and families nationwide.

DISCLAIMER

Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All VSN programs are free and confidential. VSN Peer Leaders are not licensed counselors, therapists, or medical professionals — peer support is not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).