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  • 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.

  • A guide to help Veterans manage stressors that increase suicide risk

    A guide to help Veterans manage stressors that increase suicide risk

    A new guide provides Veterans and their families with a plain language suicide prevention risk tips for spotting life stressors and finding practical support.

  • How social connection can support Veteran suicide prevention after service

    How social connection can support Veteran suicide prevention after service

    A resource for families, friends and fellow Veterans support to suicide prevention by helping transitioning Veterans build connection and purpose after service.

  • Start a suicide prevention talk to help save a Veteran’s life

    Start a suicide prevention talk to help save a Veteran’s life

    It's not easy, but starting a suicide prevention talk with a loved one may help to save a Veteran’s life.

  • Secure storage can reduce the risk of suicide

    Secure storage can reduce the risk of suicide

    This post's information helps Veterans and their loved ones understand how secure storage of firearms and medications decrease suicide risk.

  • Practical skills for Veterans to lower suicide risk

    Practical skills for Veterans to lower suicide risk

    This article helps Veterans use effective strategies to manage common stressors before they escalate into a suicide crisis.

  • How to get suicide crisis care now, even if not in VA care

    How to get suicide crisis care now, even if not in VA care

    Veterans can get emergency suicide care without being enrolled in VA benefits or VA health care under the COMPACT Act Emergent Suicide Care benefit.

  • What you need to know about Veteran suicide prevention

    What you need to know about Veteran suicide prevention

    VA addresses common misconceptions about suicide and mental health, replacing them with accurate information and hope for Veterans and their supporters.

  • 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.

  • Warning signs and ways to support Veterans in crisis

    Warning signs and ways to support Veterans in crisis

    Spotting warning signs, asking directly, listening with empathy, and connecting to support can help keep a Veteran safe during a suicide crisis.

  • Simple ways Veterans can protect against suicide risk right now

    Simple ways Veterans can protect against suicide risk right now

    An overview of simple life changes and daily habits Veterans can implement to protect against suicide risk.

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Last updated September 4, 2026

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