Facts about Veterans

- Homelessness is increasing among veterans; one out of every four homeless people are veterans, although veterans comprise only 11% of the population.

- Reports of PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) and TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) are extremely high among veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.

- Unemployment rates are increasing among veterans.

- The suicide rate among veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan is 4 times higher than the general public.

- Domestic violence incidents and divorce rates are increasing for veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.

- Rates of substance abuse continue to be higher for veterans than for their non-military counterparts.

- There are at least 20,000 veterans in Boulder County.

(Data sources on file at VHVnow)