Suicide prevention support and people who care are available every day to help you navigate challenges
No one’s life is perfect. Even if a Veteran you care about seems fine, check in to make sure they’re OK.
Over 300 people came together at Battle Creek VA for the 11th annual Alive and Running VA5K for Suicide Prevention Awareness
Operation We Remember: “We wanted a stark visual reminder of how Veteran suicide affects individual lives.”
Reducing feelings of loneliness and social isolation may reduce the likelihood of dying by suicide.
You don’t need to know complicated terms or lots of data to talk to someone about suicide. You just have to show concern.
If a Veteran is talking about suicide, be prepared and know how to respond with care and compassion. You could help save a life.
Here are the resources available to those who have experienced military sexual trauma, sexual harassment and sexual assault.
VA Caregiver Support Program supports Veteran suicide prevention with VA S.A.V.E. training to caregivers and family members.
Transitioning to civilian life can be difficult. Find ways to overcome suicide thoughts with VA and Veteran organizations resources.
VA and Onward Ops collaborate to provide peer sponsor support for transitioning service members and Veterans.
The National Community Partnership Challenge recognizes recipients for their efforts in a variety of areas including suicide prevention.