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VETERAN SUICIDE PREVENTION HELP

   A free, confidential resource that veterans, their families and friends can access any day, any time by manned by trained professionals at the Veterans Crisis Line —many of them veterans themselves—who are ready to listen, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.  Whether a veteran has just returned home, or served years ago, their experiences remain with them.  Their wounds might not be visible, but they need our attention.  Anyone who knows a veteran can help.  Dial 988 and Press 1 or dial 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1, or send a text message to 838255 or chat online http://www.veteranscrisisline.net

NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE

 The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a United States-based suicide prevention network which effective July 16, 2022 now has a three-digit number modeled after 911.  This is designed to be a memorable and quick number that connects people who are suicidal or in any other mental health crisis to a trained mental health professional.  The 988 toll-free lifeline available to anyone, will connect people to the existing network of more than 200 local crisis call centers around the country 24/7, to receive immediate counseling and local mental health referrals.  The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline's 10-digit number — 1-800-273-8255 — will remain active, but calls will be routed to 988.  The Lifeline supports people who call for themselves or someone they care about https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/help-someone-else/

NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS  Mental health issues are especially hard for people with depression and other mental health disorders. NAMI, The National Alliance on Mental Illness has a 24-hour helpline: 800-950-6264. The relapse and overdose rate has increased by 30% since March 2020. For additional information go to https://www.nami.org

Choice Mutual   

   Suicide causes immeasurable pain, suffering, and loss to individuals, families, and communities nationwide. On average, 112 Americans die by suicide each day. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among 15-24 year olds and more than 9.4 million adults in the United States had serious thoughts of suicide within the past 12 months. But suicide is preventable, so it’s important to know what to do.  The American Legion Post #40 has no commitment to or association with this website, however it does provide wealth of information on suicide and suicide prevention.  https://choicemutual.com/suicide-prevention/

VA PTSD RESOURCES

Help for Veterans with PTSD

    Learn how to enroll for VA health care and get an assessment.  (National Center for PTSD) https://www.ptsd.va.gov/index.asp

PTSD Program Locator

    Find specialized VA PTSD treatment programs near you.  (U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs)   https://www.va.gov/directory/guide/PTSD.asp

Veteran Combat Call Center

    A 24/7 hotline where you can talk with another combat veteran: 1-877-WAR-VETS (1-877-927-8387).  https://www.vetcenter.va.gov/media/call-center-psa.asp

Help for Veterans Who Experienced Sexual Trauma during Military Service

    If you experienced sexual trauma during your military service, you can speak with a therapist at your local Vet Center for free, without an appointment, and regardless of your enrollment status with the VA.  Just bring your DD214 (U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs)  https://www.vetcenter.va.gov/Military_Sexual_Trauma.asp

ADDITIONAL PTSD RESOURCES

Home Base

   The first and largest private-sector clinic in the nation devoted to healing invisible wounds such as post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injury, anxiety, depression, co-occurring substance use disorder, military sexual trauma, family relationship challenges and other issues associated with service for Veterans, Service Members and their Families through world-class clinical care, wellness, education and research.

   Generously funded through contributions from donors, and the philanthropic partnership of the Red Sox Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital.  Supported in part by the Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) and Welcome Back Veterans (WBV), an initiative of the McCormick Foundation and Major League Baseball.  http://homebase.org/

Sleepopolis!

  Sleep problems are a common issue for people of all ages, but anyone diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder is more likely to experience difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.  Sleep disturbances and nightmares are common symptoms of PTSD, and these symptoms may even exacerbate other PTSD symptoms and make treatment more difficult.  https://sleepopolis.com/education/ptsd-and-sleep/

 

Online Therapy.com

  OnlineTherapy.com, want to do their part to support the brave men and women who have risked their lives to serve our country. This new resource that dives into veteran mental health care and shares the most effective, affordable, and convenient online therapy services for veterans.  https://www.onlinetherapy.com/therapy-for-veterans

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