Website launched for Veteran suicide prevention efforts

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Website launched for Veteran suicide prevention efforts

Thu, 02/09/2023 - 11:10
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Governor Mike Parson announced the Missouri Governor’s Challenge Team has launched a new website to further the state’s efforts in reducing suicides among service members, veterans and their families: www.mogovchallenge. com. The website provides an overview of the team’s projects and strategic priorities. It also includes information on the impact suicide has on the military community and resources for both members of the military community and for anyone wishing to support them. The website also offers access to free online military culture and suicide prevention training through PsychArmor for healthcare providers, veterans, employers, military family members and others. With 20 years military experience, Ray County Presiding Commissioner Billy Gaines said he believes the intentions are good but are taking away from local communities. “I have seen the website and the intentions are good, but this new call line has taken mental health counseling away from the community and put…

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