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  • Secure storage buys time, and time saves lives

    Secure storage buys time, and time saves lives

    Secure storage of firearms and medications puts time and distance between a Veteran and lethal means during a crisis.

  • Suicide prevention is for all Veterans, no matter what you’re facing

    Suicide prevention is for all Veterans, no matter what you’re facing

    VA suicide prevention support can reach every Veteran: rural, unenrolled, or those reaching out for the first time.

  • The Veterans Crisis Line isn’t only for a suicide crisis

    The Veterans Crisis Line isn’t only for a suicide crisis

    The Veterans Crisis Line offers support for any level of distress or everyday challenges, not only suicide crises.

  • VA collaborates on national effort to reduce Veteran suicide by 2032

    VA collaborates on national effort to reduce Veteran suicide by 2032

    VA recently joined the Face the Fight Coalition with shared goal of significantly reducing Veteran suicide by 2032.

  • After the crisis call: How SPCs can keep Veterans connected

    After the crisis call: How SPCs can keep Veterans connected

    Get support beyond the crisis call. Learn how SPCs help Veterans stay connected, find resources and navigate care with ongoing, compassionate follow-up.

  • Five essential suicide prevention resources

    Five essential suicide prevention resources

    In 2025, VA’s Office of Suicide Prevention shared resources, practical guidance, and insights for Veterans.

  • How VA’s Mindfulness Coach app helped a Veteran healing and find joy

    How VA’s Mindfulness Coach app helped a Veteran healing and find joy

    After loss and injury, an Army Veteran found healing through VA digital health tools, helping him rediscover purpose and strength.

  • Veteran now thriving after getting help from VA

    Veteran now thriving after getting help from VA

    A Veteran experienced loss and then sought help to overcome his sorrow while improving his mental health.

  • How Veterans can find relief when life gets heavy, or just heavier

    How Veterans can find relief when life gets heavy, or just heavier

    You don’t have to hit rock bottom to reach out. Veterans can find relief by exploring VA tools and resources designed for you, anytime and for any reason.

  • The unbreakable link: Veteran peer support as a lifeline

    The unbreakable link: Veteran peer support as a lifeline

    Peer support connects Veterans with Veterans who’ve been there—offering understanding, guidance, and hope through shared experience.

  • Check in—even when a Veteran says they’re fine

    Check in—even when a Veteran says they’re fine

    Checking in with Veterans, especially those who seem fine, can allow you to help connect them with support if they need it.

  • Bringing technology and community together to keep Veterans safe

    Bringing technology and community together to keep Veterans safe

    Seven new suicide prevention programs help Veterans connect with support through technology and community-based approaches.

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Last updated September 9, 2026

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