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Returning service member care

VA Montana health care provides health care and other benefits to the newest Veterans returning from service, even if you are still on active duty or an activated member of the National Guard or Reserve. Talk to a care coordinator about making use of your health care benefits.

Connect with a care coordinator

Tammy Kuusisto RN, Transition Care Manager

M2VA Program Manager

VA Montana health care

Phone: 406-447-7665

Email: Tammy.Kuusisto@va.gov

Douglas Wright

Minority Veteran Program Coordinator, Transition Patient Advocate

VA Montana health care

Phone: 406-447-7832

Email: Douglas.Wright2@va.gov

Care we provide at VA Montana

We can help you access service and benefit programs tailored to the needs of returning service members, including:

  • Polytrauma care
  • Rehabilitation
  • Mental health care
  • Counseling
  • Family benefits counseling
  • Referral assistance

Vet Centers

Vet Centers are counseling centers that help Veterans readjust after deployment. The Vet Center in Montana  provides counseling for individuals, groups, married couples, and families. They also provide guidance and referrals for other VA and community resources.

Learn more about Vet Centers

  • When to contact a patient advocate at VA Montana and how they can help.

  • Learn what benefits VA offers to Post-9/11 Veterans (previously called the OEF/OIF/OND Program).

  • If you're on active duty in the United States uniformed services, including active National Guard and Reserve, you may be eligible for benefits both during service and after separation or retirement. Find out which benefits you qualify for and when to apply.

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