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As May comes to an end, help us recognize #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth. Defending mental health needs and enhancing our resources are essential for mission readiness. Check on your wingmen. #AcusFoundation #militarydoctor #veterans #activeduty #thinkacupuncturefirst #opioidfree For helpful resources check out the link below 👇 https://lnkd.in/ek5vhkFt

💡 Taking Action for Veterans' Mental Health Last month, faith leaders joined forces with veterans, healthcare professionals, and state officials to advance suicide prevention efforts among veterans. This marks the second phase of a Mental Health First Aid Training Program, a collaborative initiative by: ✅ NJ Department of Military and Veterans Affairs ✅ New Jersey Hospital Association ✅ Mental Health Association in New Jersey The program equips community organizations with the tools to: 🛑 Recognize signs of distress in veterans, service members, and their families 🤝 Connect them with life-saving resources and services Together, we’re building stronger, more supportive communities for those who have served. Learn more about this impactful initiative: Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/ea-UzbSF #MentalHealthMatters #VeteranSupport #CommunityTraining #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthFirstAid

As Memorial Day approaches, it's a time to honor those who have served and sacrificed for our country. This period can also evoke strong emotions and memories for many, including veterans and their families. We've created an article that highlights ways to take care of your mental health during this time, along with resources for those in crisis. Supporting each other and prioritizing our mental well-being is crucial. Read the full post here https://lnkd.in/ga24nSft. #MentalHealth #MemorialDay #Support #WellBeing #Veterans #SelfCare #MentalHealthAwareness

Some numbers are worth saving, especially when it comes to mental health. It's important to have resources available for yourself or a loved one in times of need. Here are some 24-hour hotlines to keep in mind: - Healing Heroes Behavioral Health: Trauma Treatment for Veterans and First Responders (508)-594-3269 - Resilience Behavioral Health Centers for Spouses and Family Members (888)-401-1179 - Crown Adolescent Health for Children (888)-557-1552 - 24 Hour Veteran Hotline and First Responder Hotline, dial 988 and press 1 for Veterans or just dial 988. You can also text 838255. Remember, it's okay to ask for help and these hotlines are here to provide support. #children #press1 #24hour #behere #beokay #mindhealing #healingheroes #behavioralhealth #traumatreatment #healthcenters #familymembers #firstresponder #timeofneed #mentalillness #health #resources #hotline #heroes #behavioral #treatment #resilience #physicalexercise #family #members #mandatoryspending #Veterans #Military

𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆'𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 Families, caregivers, friends, and fellow veterans often serve as the first line of support for those experiencing distress. Their role is critical in supporting mental health and wellbeing, especially for veterans. To strengthen this support, the Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA) is funding training courses to equip members of the veteran community with the skills and knowledge to recognise those at risk of suicide, provide initial support, intervene, and connect individuals to the right mental health resources. These training programs, delivered by Mental Health First Aid Australia and LivingWorks Australia, will cover: 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆 – understanding mental health issues and how to respond. 𝗦𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 – recognising the signs of suicidal thoughts and how to provide support or connect to further care. Courses will be available online and in-person across Australia in the coming months. 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝘀: https://lnkd.in/eEyxgg97 Let’s empower our community to make a difference in the lives of veterans and their families. #VeteranSupport #MentalHealthMatters #DVA #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthFirstAid #Veterans

Taking care of each other comes in many forms. Today, on the first #988Day, it means joining a nationwide movement to spread awareness of critical mental health resources like the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. You can call, text, or chat 988 for yourself or if you're worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. No judgment. Just help. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4gcwHpl Defense Health Agency | Military Health System | United States Department of Defense | #MentalHealthAwareness

#NationalVFRDay Today we want to #thank our #veterans; the men and women who put their lives on the line every day to help keep our #nation #safe Thank your neighbor, friend, family member for their daily sacrifice. Remember to check in on them as well. Our Veterans have seen things we cannot imagine, the least we can do is be there for them. 5 Ways You Can Support Veterans’ Mental Health | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness (https://lnkd.in/eFaqcX_q.)

We sometimes think that as soon as we get out of the #military, our mental health will magically get better. We delay treatment, bury our feelings, all just to get that DD-214. But I’m here to tell you that anything left untreated will never properly heal. The civilian sector has its own stressors, and when those are piled on top of everything else, it can be a devastating combo. It’s time we stop losing our brothers and sisters to suicide. It’s time we all work together as a community to lower this statistic. Seek mental health support. Talk to other #veterans. Explore all of the resources available.

As we celebrate both #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth and #NationalMilitaryAppreciationMonth in May, we must recognize a crucial intersection between mental health and military service. Service members can develop PTSD or other or other trauma-related disorders, as well as depression, anxiety, panic, and grief. The National Center for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) estimates that nearly 7% of veterans experience PTSD in their lifetime, as does 6% of the general population. We recognize that mental health disorders can impact anyone, at any time, so learning to understand these health concerns is critical to our mission to provide quality, compassionate care. United Surgical Partners International, Inc Tenet Healthcare #NationalMilitaryAppreciationMonth #MentalHealth #veterans #militaryfamily

Some very insightful statistics in this article. Here are some highlights that stood out to me. 💭 ⭕️ An estimated 41% of veterans are in need of mental health care programs every year. ⭕️ $174 million is only a fraction (0.047%) of the VA’s overall budget for Mental Health, and an anemic percentage of the 2025 total VA budget request of $369 billion. ⭕️ Additionally, many of the grants have gone to larger organizations. In 2022, for example, 80 Fox Grant awards went to healthcare corporations and state-level organizations. Smaller organizations often have the ability to form the closest relationships with veterans and do not typically have as many options for procuring financial support for their programming. Progress has been made but it's time for communities and local orgs to get back to work as the VA is not coming to save us. #veterans #mentalhealth #Arizona https://lnkd.in/gJfnRCeS