Missouri Governor's Challenge Team
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State team implementing suicide prevention strategies for Missouri's military community. Likes, retweets, and external links does not = official endorsement.
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We hope you join us throughout September in supporting Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. #Missouri #SuicidePreventionMonth2025 #ServcieMembers #Veterans #MilitaryFamilies .
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Each September, we encourage all Missourians to remember the lives lost to suicide, acknowledge the millions more who have experienced suicidal thoughts or lived through an attempt, and the many...
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Veterans Crisis Line (VCL), how does it work? VCL connects you to VA responders. It is free and confidential, a qualified responder will listen and help. #Missouri #Veterans #ServcieMembers #MilitaryFamilies #SuicidePrevention.
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The Veterans Crisis Line is free and confidential. When you call, chat, or text, a qualified responder will listen and help. You decide how much information to share. Support doesn't end with your...
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Missouri Buddy Check 22 Day, how to raise awareness:.talking about suicide should always be with care and compassion; avoid using “commit” suicide, use “died by suicide”; include a message of hope. For more tips visit our Facebook post #Missouri #Veterans #ServiceMembers
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Some Veterans find that they feel numb and lose interest in things. Others start to feel hopeless, which may lead to thoughts of suicide. These Veterans reached out for help, hear their stories of hope. #Missouri #SuicidePrevention.
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Did you know: 74.3% of Missouri Veteran suicides were by firearms, a slight decline between 2021-2022. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is available. Contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call or text 988. #SuicidePrevention #ServiceMembers #MilitaryFamilies
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Nature walks, here are a few benefits:.walking with people is a form of socializing, preventing isolation; it can have relaxing effects on the mind; helps decrease your stress. Make nature walks a regular part of your life #Missouri #Veterans #MilitaryFamilies #SuicidePrevention
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On July 29-30, 2025, the state team explored ways to bring new suicide prevention strategies for #servicemembers, #veterans, and their #MilitaryFamilies strategies to Missouri. Visit us at #Missouri #SuicidePrevention
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Missouri Buddy Check 22 Day. When you check in, watch for changes in behavior. It may suggest increased risk of suicide. Some examples: outgoing but now withdrawn, increased use of alcohol or drugs, and friendly but now quick to anger. Be ready to call 988 #mobc22day #missouri
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Watch our brief training video “The Safety Plan”. It is intended to help individuals support someone they know who may be struggling with a suicidal crisis and has a safety plan. .#Missouri #SuicidePrevention.
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Missouri Buddy Check 22 Day. “Check in” with a service member, Veteran, or family member. Let them know they are not alone, listen, and offer support. If you or someone you know is at risk call 988 (Veterans press 1). #MOBC22Day #Missouri #ServiceMembers #Veterans
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Mindfulness Coach, a VA Mobile App. One of the many tools that may help reduce the risk of suicide, is practicing Mindfulness. It can improve concentration, sleep, stress, and more. Download the free app today #Missouri #veterans #ServiceMembers
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There is hope. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health, suicide, or substance use crisis, or any other emotional distress, call or text 988 today. #Missouri #ServiceMembers #Veterans #MilitaryFamilies #SuicidePrevention
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What can I do? Get involved in preventing suicide. Complete the Missouri Governor's Challenge state team Call to Action. Three simple steps to start your journey to preventing suicide. #Missouri #SuicidePrevention #ServiceMembers #Veterans #MilitaryFamilies
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Two members from Missouri's team attended the National Mayors/Governors Challenge Innovations Conference. 55 state and U.S. territory teams learned about new suicide prevention programs for service members, veterans, and their families (SMVF). #Missouri #ServiceMembers #Veterans
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Missouri Buddy Check 22 Day. Reach out and connect today. All Missourians are also encouraged to learn to recognize the warning signs of suicide and how to offer help. Visit today to find a course. #mobc22day #Missouri #SuicidePrevention
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Join us for the Missouri Suicide Prevention Conference on July 17, 2025, at the Holiday Inn Executive Center in Columbia, MO. To register visit #Missouri #SuicidePrevention.
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The Safety Plan app is for anyone who has experienced suicidal thoughts. It helps identify personal coping strategies and support, giving suicidal thoughts time to decrease and become manageable. #Missouri #ServiceMembers #Veterans #MilitaryFamilies.
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Thank you to everyone that attended our Faith Community Training program. A special thank you to the organizations involved with the training: @Missouri_NG, @MentalHealthMO, #MOVSPT, #SaferHomesCollaborative, and @VAColumbiaMO..#Missouri #SuicidePrevention.
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The Missouri Governor's Challenge to Prevent Suicide among Service Members, Veterans, and their Families (SMVF) state team piloted their latest suicide prevention project, the Faith Community...
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