Vet husband suffers from substance abuse

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Question:

My husband is a veteran suffering from substance abuse. My children and I have moved out but we really need to be in our home. We are all separated from each other .It seems the only thing we can do is wait until he does something or wastes away. Can you help me? I don't know what else to do.

Jim's Reply:

I can offer you one path to getting some help...the VA Vet Center nearest you. Have a look here and ask if your Vet Center can help you.

PS from StatesideLegal: You can also use the Find Legal Help directory to search for LRS providers in your state and ask for a low-cost consult with a family law lawyer to better understand your legal rights in this situation.