Veteran '22' Information
22 - What does it mean? What can be done to help?
22 represents how many Veterans commit suicide every day. And that is just unacceptable.
IF YOU ARE HAVING THOUGHTS OF SUICIDE
OR OF HURTING YOURSELF OR SOMEONE ELSE
DIAL 911 IMMEDIATELY
How can you help?
Check on your veteran friends now and then. Make a list and then write a little reminder on your calendar. Or put one on your phone. Whatever you do to remind yourself of things you don't do on a daily basis.
Even a quick text to say "Hi. Haven't heard from you in a while. How are you doing?"
EVERYONE should go to the 22 No More Facebook Page to see what they can - They have some awesome stuff happening!
Help for Veterans - An Ounce of Prevention...
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Military One Source
Call 800.342.9647 or visit their website to help before things get out of hand. They can help direct you many resources to help you transition and cope with the veteran's unique situations.
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Veterans Crisis Line
Are you a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one? You're not alone—the Veterans Crisis Line is here for you.
24/7, confidential crisis support for Veterans and their loved ones.
Call 800-273-8255 and Press 1 - or Text 838255 - or Chat online.
You don't have to be enrolled in VA health care or registered with VA to call or connect.
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Suicide Prevention Lifeline - Veterans
For those that serve or who have served, crises can be heightened by their experiences during military service. If you’re a veteran or service member and in crisis, these resources can help.