Crisis Hotlines

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger or crisis, please reach out:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

Service Dog Organizations

Organizations that train and provide psychiatric service dogs for veterans and civilians with PTSD.

Paws for Purple Hearts

Service Dogs for America

Canine Companions

PTSD Resources

Information and support for those living with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.

VA PTSD Resources

NIMH PTSD Information

Sidran Institute

Domestic Violence Help

Support and resources for survivors of domestic violence.

The National DV Hotline

RAINN

National Coalition Against DV

Legal Rights

Know your rights as a service dog handler under the ADA.

ADA Service Animal FAQ

HUD Fair Housing

DOT Air Travel Rules

Training Resources

Information about training your own psychiatric service dog.

IAADP Standards

AKC Training Guide

Owner-Training Info

Support Communities

Online communities for service dog handlers and PTSD survivors.

r/service_dogs

Facebook SD Groups

PTSD Support Groups

You Are Not Alone

Recovery is not a straight line. Some days will be harder than others, and that's okay. What matters is that you keep going, keep reaching out, and keep believing that better days are ahead.

Whether you're considering a service dog, recovering from trauma, or just trying to make it through today—know that you are seen, you are valued, and you deserve support.