September is Suicide Prevention Month

September is Suicide Prevention Month, an important time to raise awareness and offer support to all service members and veterans who may be struggling. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs works diligently to track and address veteran suicide, reporting that approximately 17 veterans die by suicide each day. However, this number doesn’t fully capture those veterans who may not be connected to VA services, including some with other-than-honorable discharges, or active-duty service members who may also face mental health challenges. At Veterans Bridge Home, we work alongside the VA and other community partners to ensure that every veteran and service member, regardless of their discharge status, has access to the resources and support they need. Together, we can save lives and foster stronger, more resilient communities. (The photo above was taken at last week's Strike Out Stigma - Suicide Prevention event in partnership with the Fayetteville Woodpeckers.)

Blake Bourne talks with Queen City News on World Suicide Prevention Day

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Dr. Nicole French joins Veterans Radio to talk about veteran mental health

Dr. Nicole French was featured on Veterans Radio where she shared the powerful impact VBH has on transitioning military members and veterans. Dr. French highlighted our unique "Battle Buddy" program, which pairs participants with fellow veterans, fostering friendships and creating a support system to navigate both the good and challenging days. The program is designed to ensure that no veteran faces their journey alone. Click the photo to hear Dr. French's message. Learn more about the Battle Buddy Program here.

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Hope IS within reach. Together, we can make a difference.

Join us on September 13, 2024, from 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM for the 4th Annual Community Connection for Suicide Prevention, "Hope is Within Reach." This free event includes dinner, insightful speakers, and a panel discussion aimed at empowering veterans, service members, their families, and communities in suicide prevention and postvention efforts. Speakers and panelists include military veterans, mental health professionals, and local leaders. Attendees will leave with a sense of hope and the knowledge that together, we can make a difference in the lives of those around us.

Al Lampkins, Sandhills Network Director, joined our VA partner on the Honoring Hidden Heroes podcast to discuss Suicide Awareness Month and the importance of stopping the stigma associated with mental health needs. Tune in here.

Veterans Bridge Home Receives $50,000 Grant from Carolinas Center for Medical Excellence Foundation

Funding to be used to build a cohesive network of support services for veterans in South Carolina

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