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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced the allocation of more than $4.3 million in cooperative agreements across ten states and two territories. This funding …
VA Allocates Over $4.3 Million to Combat Veteran Suicide Through Local Initiatives Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline has commenced georouting cellular calls based on the caller’s approximate location rather than their area code. This advancement, initiated by two …
Revolutionizing Crisis Response: 988 Lifeline Implements Georouting for Cellular Calls Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A recent Vital Signs report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) highlights the significant influence that local conditions, such as health insurance coverage, broadband …
Local Conditions Unmasked: CDC Report Links Key Factors to Lower Suicide Rates Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — Mancamped has successfully completed an $80,000 funding round supported by family and friends, marking a significant step forward in its mission to address the critical issue of male …
Mancamped Secures $80,000 to Combat Male Suicide with Innovative AI Platform Read More
ANNVILLE, PA — As National Suicide Prevention Month unfolds, the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is taking proactive steps to underscore the importance of support for veterans …
Support Our Veterans: Discover How You Can Help During Suicide Prevention Month! Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Suicide Prevention Task Force has officially transitioned to the Chester County Suicide Prevention Partnership (CCSPP), marking an important milestone with its new 501c3 non-profit …
Chester County Suicide Prevention Task Force Becomes Non-Profit Partnership Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Sophia Fontecchio, a high school senior from Downingtown, Pennsylvania, has been honored with the third annual Youth Scholarship by the Chester County Suicide Prevention Task Force. …
Chester County Teen Awarded Scholarship for Mental Health Advocacy Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) this week unveiled a $10 million funding initiative aimed at preventing Veteran suicides. This funding is available to eligible states, …
VA Announces $10 Million Initiative to Combat Veteran Suicide Read More
MALVERN, PA — Actress and humanitarian Ashley Judd will speak at HMP Global’s 2024 Psych Congress in Boston. She will join a fireside chat with Christine Yu Moutier, MD, Chief …
Ashley Judd to Speak at Psych Congress 2024 on Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — This week, a historic initiative unveiled by the Chester County Commissioners and the Department of Human Services marked a big step forward in community healthcare. The …
A Responsive Hand to Chester County Residents: The Human Needs Network Read More