The funds support clinical and emergency services at local levels.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced last week that it is distributing $50 million toward veteran suicide prevention services.
President Biden’s administration recorded that 6,407 veterans committed suicide in 2022. The highest risk of suicide is within three months of a veteran separating from the military, though the risk remains elevated for several years thereafter.
VA Secretary Doug Collins said this latest round of funding would be distributed to local mental health and emergency services, allowing veterans to have quick access to more readily available suicide prevention solutions.
“Reducing veteran suicide starts with reaching veterans when and how it’s most convenient for them,” said Secretary Collins. “We look forward to ensuring these funds are put to use helping veterans in need across the nation.”
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Secretary Collins as he heads the Department of Veterans Affairs and seeks to prevent suicide among veterans.
- For VA personnel as they work to support Americans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Sources: UPI News, Newsweek, MSN
