Suicide is one of the most challenging societal issues of our time, and sadly, one that affects those who served our Nation at alarming rates.
For nearly 10 years, Veterans Yoga Project’s mission has been to support recovery and resiliency among Veterans, families, and communities. Through its core values (G.I.V.E.S),
In 2018, Navy Veteran and Hawaii native Rodney Navarro received an ultimatum: travel to Oregon to enter the White City Veterans Rehabilitation Center for substance
Reducing national suicide, including for Veterans, is the goal of a new REACH campaign, unveiled July 7 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.
If you love working with dogs and like service opportunities, consider supporting and volunteering with Veterans Moving Forward! Veterans Moving Forward provides service and emotional
On June 17, 2020, President Trump released the President’s Roadmap to Empower Veterans and End a National Tragedy of Suicide (PREVENTS). This landmark nationwide plan
Creating a sense of community may look different for each of us. While some Americans enjoy the close proximity of city life, those who live
As we face physical distancing challenges alongside new anxieties, stresses, or even feelings of depression, accessing mental health resources remotely may be more important than
In recent weeks, you’ve probably put many aspects of your daily life on hold. But have you taken time for yourself? This Mental Health Month, pause
Social isolation and feelings of loneliness are associated with suicidal thoughts. Consequently, the more people feel disconnected from their friends, peers and colleagues, the more
VA has released the Safe Firearm Storage Toolkit, which was developed in partnership with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and the National Shooting
With the unforeseen challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, how we deal with and adapt to change will determine our ability to weather the pandemic. Taking
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Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs