Defense Suicide Prevention Office
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DSPO does not provide crisis services. If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the VCL/MCL at 988, press 1 or text 838255 for immediate assistance.
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power of a Battle Buddy during difficult times. Like and share to celebrate their achievements and to help inspire action across the military community. #SPM25
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Congratulations to Port Security Unit 309, Ohio — a 2025 Suicide Prevention Recognition Ceremony Honoree! The unit hosted 12 presentations, reaching 4,000 Guardsmen Nationwide from a suicide survivor whose message emphasized resilience, connection, and the
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members and share the resource with fellow Service members. https://t.co/WjAhb4MWV4 For crisis support, contact VCL/MCL: Dial 988, press 1, or text 838255, or chat at https://t.co/Au98IhUqDY
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The Brandon Act provides another avenue for Service members to seek confidential mental health support, reducing stigma and strengthening resilience. Start the referral process by talking to your commander or supervisor. Learn how this legislation benefits Active and Reserve
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Mental Health Enrichment Day, 9 Resiliency Days, and a sector-wide Resiliency Retreat. Partnered with local orgs to share vital resources across the military community. Like & share to celebrate SNNE’s achievements and to help inspire action across the military community.
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Congratulations to Sector Northern New England (SNNE), Maine — a 2025 Suicide Prevention Recognition Ceremony Honoree! SNNE’s Operation Mental Thaw transports guardsmen from remote units to accessible medical care, training, and recreation facilities. Also hosted 4 ASIST sessions
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support your well-being, and stay mission ready. Read the linked resource and share it with fellow Service members. https://t.co/UVC18ePSEC For crisis support, contact VCL/MCL: Dial 988, press 1, or text 838255, or chat at https://t.co/Au98IhUYtw
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Managing stress is essential for warfighters. From practicing relaxation techniques like deep breathing or prayer to staying connected, exercising, and getting good sleep, there are many ways to strengthen resilience. Explore practical strategies to cope with stress,
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Supporting 13,600+ members, the team promotes resilience through Mental Health First Aid and mentorship across 39 tenant and 93 geographically separate units. Like and share to celebrate their impact and inspire action. #SPM25
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Congratulations to Patrick Space Force Base, Florida — a 2025 Suicide Prevention Recognition Ceremony Honoree! The Base leads a comprehensive Suicide Prevention Program rooted in inclusive, collaborative, and actionable efforts.
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Help amplify their impact by sharing this post. You too can help prevent suicide and be a champion for change in the military community! #JoiningTheFight
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The 2025 Suicide Prevention Recognition Ceremony Recap is now available! Watch as the Department honored 12 military commands and units for their outstanding efforts in suicide prevention and response initiatives. https://t.co/XFeEduqvwQ
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Their new Care Campus offers classrooms, a coffee bar, and a food pantry—creating space for connection and support. With 27 outreach events across the state, Dobbins shows strong commitment to Total Force well-being. Like & share to inspire action across the military. #SPM25
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Congratulations to Dobbins Air Force Base, Georgia — a 2025 Suicide Prevention Recognition Ceremony Honoree! The Dobbins Care Campus reached more than 2,200 community members across 21 units through events like the Family Day Helping Agencies Fair and the Mental Health Fair.
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others to stand with DSPO in the fight against suicide! https://t.co/p8tVh0zYYZ For crisis support, contact VCL/MCL: Dial 988, press 1, or text 838255, or chat at https://t.co/Au98IhUYtw
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Take the Pledge this September for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and commit to playing an active role in fostering supportive environments, reducing access to lethal means, and connecting with those in need. Help strengthen the Total Force. Like and share to encourage
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programs, including safeTALK, peer support, and the Catalyst of Growth Summit. The inclusive efforts impacted nearly 100,000 people across the Total Force. Like and share to celebrate their dedication and to help inspire action across the military. #SPM25
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Congratulations to Eglin Air Force Base, Florida — a 2025 Suicide Prevention Recognition Ceremony Honoree! Led by its Integrated Prevention and Resilience Office, Eglin reached 20,000 personnel in fiscal year 2024 across 9 wings and 169 units through targeted training and support
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hosted workshops, and built peer-led teams that strengthened connection and resilience across the squadron. Like and share to celebrate their dedication and to help inspire action across the military community. #SPM25
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Congratulations to Electronic Attack Squadron 209, Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Washington — a 2025 Suicide Prevention Recognition Ceremony Honoree! As one of the first commands to adopt the “Green Ribbon” initiative, VAQ-209 trained sailors through safeTALK and ASIST,
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