June 12 2024 2:00 ET Presenter: Shannon Brown, LPC Learn more and register There is a need for staff to be aware of their own biases when providing care to Veterans, especially those at risk for suicide. As suicide rates remain high, engaging in mental health care can be a protective factor for these Veterans. […]
Join the Caregiver Support Program this June The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Caregiver Support Program (CSP) is excited to continue virtual events for caregivers of Veterans. Check out June's schedule below. Find Time to Take Care of You Join May’s VA Caregiver Support Line (CSL) Monthly Educational Calls for Balance in the Eye of the […]
Learn about the most widespread standardized suicide assessment tool, the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS), a science-driven screening model to accurately assess suicidality, determine the risk level, and offer appropriate support. Learn from the developer of the tool, Dr. Kelly Posner Gerstenhaber, Ph.D., clinical professor of medical psychology at Columbia University. She is the […]
Date: June 26, 2024 Time: 2:00–3:30 p.m. ET Register online Overview Hosted by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, this listening session seeks input from American Indian/Alaska Native Service Members, Veterans and their Families (SMVF), and community leaders serving this population. Listening Session Goals Better understand […]
Join the Caregiver Support Program this June The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Caregiver Support Program (CSP) is excited to continue virtual events for caregivers of Veterans. Check out June's schedule below. Find Time to Take Care of You Join May’s VA Caregiver Support Line (CSL) Monthly Educational Calls for Balance in the Eye of the […]
VAPHS Veterans Town Halls on the Move and Resource Fairs 3 p.m. Town Hall Get important updates and hear from VAPHS and VBA leadership and other VA representatives. Our town halls are part of our ongoing effort to use your feedback to improve VA care. 4-6 p.m. Resource Fair Talk to subject matter experts about […]
Join PsychArmor Thursday June 27th at 6 PM ET for an engaging conversation on the past, present, and future of the LGBTQIA+ community in service and beyond. Moderated by Duane France, the host of PsychArmor's "Behind the Mission" podcast, this event will feature exceptional panelists including Allison Jaslow, CEO of Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America; Larry […]
INTEGRATING TRAUMA INFORMED CARE INTO SUICIDE RESPONSE (ITIC) Suicide Prevention Training The Integrating Trauma Informed Care into Suicide Response course will describe the role of trauma in both risk for suicide behaviors and in coping with suicide loss. It is a one-hour virtual training primarily designed for those who work with people at risk for […]
INTEGRATING TRAUMA INFORMED CARE INTO SUICIDE RESPONSE (ITIC) Suicide Prevention Training The Integrating Trauma Informed Care into Suicide Response course will describe the role of trauma in both risk for suicide behaviors and in coping with suicide loss. It is a one-hour virtual training primarily designed for those who work with people at risk for […]
Join the Caregiver Support Program this July The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Caregiver Support Program (CSP) is excited to continue virtual events for caregivers of Veterans. Check out July's schedule below. Roles in Relationships Join July’s VA Caregiver Support Line (CSL) Monthly Educational Calls for Dual Caregivers: Surviving and Conquering the Challenges. Caregivers doing the […]
Suicide Prevention: The Impact of Peer Support July 10, 2024 • 2:00pm ET The structure of peer support and its impact within the suicide prevention team can influence positive outcomes in the Veteran population, many of whom are high-risk. Crystal Tabor, Lead Peer Specialist, will share the duties/role of peer support specific to the suicide […]
INTEGRATING TRAUMA INFORMED CARE INTO SUICIDE RESPONSE (ITIC) Suicide Prevention Training The Integrating Trauma Informed Care into Suicide Response course will describe the role of trauma in both risk for suicide behaviors and in coping with suicide loss. It is a one-hour virtual training primarily designed for those who work with people at risk for […]
