PTSD Self Screen
The Northwest Pennsylvania (NW PA) Veteran Suicide Prevention Program operates on a three-pronged approach involving healthcare providers, community organizations, and Veterans and their families in the 15 counties of NW […]
Spotlight on Southwestern Veterans’ Center: A Home for Pennsylvania Veterans
Older Veterans often face social isolation, declining health, and mental health challenges that can increase their risk for suicide (VA, 2024). Research shows that Veterans who feel connected to others […]
When “Help” Isn’t Help: Avoiding Scams that Exploit VA Benefits
Recent national reporting (NPR, VA, The War Horse) has highlighted a troubling trend: private companies claiming to “help” Veterans apply for or increase their disability benefits while charging large fees […]
Supporting Behavioral Health Providers After a Client Suicide: Practical Postvention Steps
Behavioral health providers often support people during their hardest moments. When a client dies by suicide, the impact can be profound for individual clinicians and for the organizations that employ […]
September Gun Storage Check Week: Helping Protect Veterans and Families
Safe Gun Storage Check Week: Helping Veterans in Your Community The next Gun Storage Check Week will be September 1 – 7, 2025, and is an opportunity to focus on […]
Gun Storage Check Week: Helping Protect Veterans and Families
Safe Gun Storage Check Week: Helping Veterans in Your Community Gun Storage Check Week, observed June 1 – 7, 2025, is an opportunity to focus on an important but often […]
April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month: Focus on Military Sexual Trauma (MST)
April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM)—an important opportunity to raise awareness about sexual violence, emphasize the importance of consent and healthy relationships, and support survivors, particularly veterans […]
Free Mobile Apps for Veterans, Families, and Providers
Mobile apps can be a great way to stay connected to health and wellness materials through a smartphone or web browser on a computer. While the list shown below is […]
November is National Veterans and Military Families Month
Expanding Resources for Veterans and Families This November November is National Veterans and Military Families Month, a time dedicated to recognizing and supporting the needs of veterans and their families. […]