Depression is a significant barrier that impedes veterans from fully reintegrating into civilian life after their service. Effective support systems are crucial in assisting veterans in overcoming these challenges and leading fulfilling lives. The role of peer support in combatting veteran depression is vital, as it connects individuals with peers who have faced similar struggles, […]
Suicide Prevention
National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September is dedicated to National Suicide Prevention Awareness. September 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day, a day to raise awareness, focus efforts on directing treatment to those who are most in need, and remember those affected by suicide. Suicide prevention is one of the National Association of American Veterans, Inc. (NAAV) key concerns and a […]
NAAV Veterans Statistics for 2023
The National Association of American Veterans, Inc. (NAAV) with the support of its volunteers have found Veterans statistics for 2023 concerning Veterans total population in the U.S., Veterans with disabilities in the U.S., total number of Veterans with mental health issues, and total number of Veterans without homes in the U.S. We are honored to […]
Veterans Crisis Line
Service members, Veterans and their caregivers and loved ones can call 988 and Press 1, or send a text message to 838255, or chat online to receive free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, even if you are not registered with the Department of Veterans Affairs or […]
6TH ANNUAL ON THE HILL PROGRAM Wake Up Call!!! SUICIDE IS A NATIONAL CRISIS
On February 24, 2023, the National Association of American of American Veterans, Inc. (NAAV), the Women Veterans United Committee, Inc., (WVUCI), American Legion District 5, and the CTL Dome Group, Inc. came together to present the 6th Annual on the Hill Program, sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars. The mission was to bring awareness, […]
Give an Hour Virtual Training
National Association of American Veterans, Inc. (NAAV) Participate in Give an Hour Virtual Training on December 17, 2022 On Saturday, December 17, 2022, the National Association of American Veterans, Inc. (NAAV) Constance A. Burns, president and chief executive officer and NAAV Board of Directors Roy L. Croom and Dr. Mary Roach were participants at the […]
Resources for Suicide Prevention
If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal ideation or thoughts of harming yourself, help is out there. Below are resources for suicide prevention that you can use for yourself or pass along to someone you know. More information at https://onlinemftprograms.com/suicide-prevention
Supporting Military Mental Health
I commend you for the work you do! As you may know, trauma is common among military veterans. Whether it’s physical, emotional, or sexual, it’s an extremely difficult experience to overcome. Military sexual trauma (MST) is unfortunately common. According to DoD SAPRO, in 2018, 20,500 service members were sexually assaulted or raped, including 13,000 women […]
Veteran Crisis Line – Dial 988 then Press 1
Good morning, I’m reaching out again on behalf of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention (OMHSP) to invite you to share the VA suicide prevention resources for Veterans on your website, newsletter, and social media pages. My hope is that you can regularly share VA content and encourage […]
Crisis Resources for Veterans
Spread the Word – Veterans Crisis Line Spread the Word – Veterans Crisis Line You Are Not Alone. The Veterans Crisis Line is available to Veterans and their supporters 24/7. Through a powerful Veteran-to-Veteran message, this video encourages Veterans to call when they go through a difficult time and need somebody to listen. www.veteranscrisisline.net VA […]