News the capital Kabul again fell into Taliban hands on Monday, after 20 years of western intervention including Australian military help, is likely to revive difficult memories for many serving men and women.

Andrew, an Afghanistan veteran, is committed to aiding veterans.

"It's a very sensitive time," Andrew said. "We don't want more deaths out there if we can avoid it.

"Some guys and girls are going to be hurting a lot. For anyone feeling they need assistance, there's BVAC (Ballarat Veterans Assistance Centre), there are counsellors, Centacare. That's where people should look and not feel alone."

Andrew is also concerned for the Afghan people.

"It's not just defence force personnel that might be hurting," Andrew said. "It's the Afghan community as well."

While Andrew says he has support, he is aware others do not. It is those people he is keen to reach.

"I spent a long time in the defence force and I know my situation and I know others'. Soldiers like to provide support for others. This needs to be a story about finding support when people are suffering."

BVAC president Greg Green backs calls for those affected by the Afghanistan situation to seek assistance and he is there to help.

"We will be there to support them and any other veteran throughout this time or any other time."

Call Ballarat Veterans Assistance Centre on 4349 6339 or Lifeline on 13 11 14