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Background:

  • Veterans face unique reintegration challenges post-service.
  • Religious congregations possess potential resources to aid veterans.
  • Limited data exists on the scope and specifics of congregational veteran support.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of veteran support programs within religious congregations.
  • To identify factors associated with congregations offering such support.
  • To explore the nature of services provided to veterans by congregations.

Main Methods:

  • A mixed-methods approach was employed.
  • Nationally representative survey data from congregations was analyzed.
  • In-depth interviews were conducted with congregational leaders.

Main Results:

  • Nationally, 28% of congregations reported having programs for veterans.
  • Key predictors included community context (e.g., rural location, veteran presence), congregational resources (e.g., size, paid staff for service), and external engagement (e.g., needs assessment, collaborations).
  • Support activities encompassed spiritual, mental, physical, social, vocational, legal, financial, and material needs.

Conclusions:

  • Religious congregations play a significant role in supporting veteran reintegration.
  • Specific community and congregational characteristics facilitate the provision of veteran services.
  • Comprehensive support, addressing diverse veteran needs, is offered by engaged congregations.