During Suicide Prevention Month and year round, help VA let people know that preventing suicide starts with this simple act of support: Be There.
Using a new predictive model, REACH VET analyzes existing data from Veterans’ health records to identify those at a statistically elevated risk for suicide, hospitalization, illness or other adverse outcomes. This allows VA to provide pre-emptive care and support for Veterans, in some cases before a Veteran even has suicidal thoughts.
We all want to reach millions with our story, but that's only so we can trust we reach the one that needs to hear it.
For too many Veterans and service members suffering from post-traumatic […]
Veteran finds help and hope with a 3 a.m. call to the Veterans Crisis Line
Three people, two Veterans, one goal – “Bring awareness to […]
The goal is to make the Veterans Crisis Line nothing short of a world class crisis response center.
The Veterans Crisis Line is an anonymous call center designed […]
Responders stand ready 24/7, every day of the year, serving Veterans as their family – because trauma doesn’t take a holiday.
Statement from Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert A. McDonald on […]
The Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention for American Veterans (SAV) Act […]
At this time of year, people may experience what is called the Holiday Blues, which may include stress, fatigue, sadness, and loneliness. These feelings may be triggered by many stressors, including financial difficulties, family tension, and the inability to spend time with loved ones.
VA has resources to help Veterans get through the Holiday Blues, and VA’s Mental Health professionals are ready to help you cope with what you’re going through.