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Day 1 #22kill 22 PUSHUPS FOR 22 DAYS Day 1 I nominate @thefedoracloser Today is day 1 of my 22 day push-up challenge, we had my little guy join us on the challenge as well. I was nominated by @inspiredbykchev to do 22 push-ups a day for 22 days to raise awareness for combat veterans/1st responders. There are 22 veterans a day that are committing suicide, and this is a small way to raise awareness for that issue, and honor them. Once you are nominated your 22 days start the following day. Every day you record yourself doing 22 push-ups. Try your best to reach 22. This is a simple and fun way to get the word out about a matter that more people need to be aware about. These brave men and women put their lives on the line to protect our freedoms. #22kill #VeteransAwareness #22Pushups #mentalhealth

Day 3 #22kill 22 PUSHUPS FOR 22 DAYS Day 3.. I nominate @reyesroyaltyconstruction Today is day 3 of my 22 day push-up challenge, we had my little pup join us on the challenge as well. I was nominated by @inspiredbykchev to do 22 push-ups a day for 22 days to raise awareness for combat veterans/1st responders. Dial 988 then Press 1, chat online, or text 838255. There are 22 veterans a day that are committing suicide, and this is a small way to raise awareness for that issue, and honor them. Once you are nominated your 22 days start the following day. Every day you record yourself doing 22 push-ups. Try your best to reach 22. This is a simple and fun way to get the word out about a matter that more people need to be aware about. These brave men and women put their lives on the line to protect our freedoms. #22kill #VeteransAwareness #22Pushups #mentalhealth

Posted this on my facebook but great cause I wanted to share here. Whos in? Day 1 Today is day 1 of my 22 day push-up challenge. I was nominated by Kevin Chiaravalloti to do 22 push-ups a day for 22 days to raise awareness for combat veterans/1st responders. There are 22 veterans a day that are committing suicide, and this is a small way to raise awareness for that issue, and honor them. The rules are simple: * Once you are nominated your 22 days start the following day. * Every day you record yourself doing 22 push-ups. Try your best to reach 22. * Every day you must nominate a different person. Try to choose people you think will want to do this and/or have the ability to do it…. And finally, have fun with this! This is a simple and fun way to get the word out about a matter that more people need to be aware about. These brave men and women put their lives on the line to protect our freedoms. 22 PUSHUPS FOR 22 DAYS Day 1 I nominate Nick Marra #22KiLL #VeteranSupport #VeteranAwareness #ThankYouForYourService #WeAreHereForYou

Day 4 & 5 #22kill twice for #44 22 PUSHUPS FOR 22 DAYS Day 4 & 5.. I nominate @dancanhomeservices & @drewficopro Today is day 4 and 5 of my 22 day push-up challenge, we had my little pup join us on the challenge as well. I was nominated by @inspiredbykchev to do 22 push-ups a day for 22 days to raise awareness for combat veterans/1st responders. Dial 988 then Press 1, chat online, or text 838255. There are 22 veterans a day that are committing suicide, and this is a small way to raise awareness for that issue, and honor them. Once you are nominated your 22 days start the following day. Every day you record yourself doing 22 push-ups. Try your best to reach 22. This is a simple and fun way to get the word out about a matter that more people need to be aware about. These brave men and women put their lives on the line to protect our freedoms. #22kill #VeteransAwareness #22Pushups #mentalhealth

Every day, 17 Veterans lose their lives to suicide—a heartbreaking statistic that demands our immediate attention. These are our heroes, our friends, and our family members, and we owe it to them to take action now. As clinicians, it is our duty to have those tough conversations. Asking direct questions like "Have you thought about killing yourself?" can make all the difference. It's a difficult question, but one that could save a life. Utilizing the ASQ (Ask Suicide-Screening Questions) assessment during every intake can help identify those at risk and ensure they receive the support they need. This simple, yet powerful tool can guide us in providing the care and intervention our Veterans deserve. Let’s stand together and commit to making a difference. Reach out to Stop Soldier Suicide for resources and support. Our Veterans fought for us—it's time we fight for them. #WaypointVets #SuicidePrevention #Veterans #MentalHealth #StopSoldierSuicide #ASQAssessment #SupportOurHeroes

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🌟 Webinar Alert: Understanding Intimate Partner Violence 🌟 We’ve been approached by many of you to share the recording and PowerPoint presentation from our impactful webinar on May 20. We are pleased to announce that these resources are now available! 🔊 Webinar Title: Understanding Intimate Partner Violence and Family Domestic Violence: Context and Action 📅 Event Date: May 20 🕒 Time: 4:30 PM Featured Speakers: • Dr. Sean Cowlishaw: Explored key concepts of intimate and family domestic violence and their specific implications within Defence and Department of Veterans' Affairs settings. • Commissioner Gwen Cherne: Discussed the real-world impacts of these issues, current initiatives, and future educational prospects. Why You Should Watch: • Deepen your understanding of a critical issue affecting our community. • Engage in transformative discussions that can lead to real change. • Connect with leading experts who are passionate about supporting veteran families. 📽️ Access Recording: https://lnkd.in/eSDeYAAV Presentation: https://lnkd.in/enpJ7kxy This event was hosted by 'Our Space' – Families of Veterans Guild Program, which provides ongoing support to veteran families through various programs and events, fostering a strong community network. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of this vital conversation and help drive social change. Be the change you wish to see. #FDVIPV #DomesticViolence #VeteranFamilies #DefenceFamilies #MilitaryFamilies #ADFFAmilies #Veterans #Defence #ADF #OurSpace #FamilesofVeteransGuild #SocialChange

#Thankyou for highlighting this one, these are truly horrifying statistics. Despite living in so-called #civilised times, the majority of developed nations still require a segment of their population to serve in the #military. These brave individuals are trained to fight and are expected to do so whenever and wherever it is deemed necessary, to protect their country's interests and way of life. The brutal reality of war means many will die, and even more will return burdened with profound #physical and #mental trauma. #War is never pretty, yet it seems many of us are becoming increasingly #desensitised to the suffering it causes, perhaps due to the constant stream of human misery broadcast into our homes twenty four hours a day. Unfortunately, unlike television viewers who can switch off the news, many war veterans cannot escape the haunting memories that replay in their minds. For those who survive combat, the battle with #PTSD upon returning home can be just as #devastating as the war itself—a battle that as shown by these statistics too many are still tragically losing. If we, as a society, are prepared to train people to fight and die in distant lands, we must not abandon them when they return. Just as we invest in preparing them for war, we should invest even more in helping them #heal. Offering genuine #compassion, #kindness, #empathy, and #support to all veterans is crucial. Rather than simply "Thanking them for their service" and moving on, we need to #listen to their #needs and #feelings. A vital next step towards change is encouraging politicians to properly fund #mental health services for #veterans (some are now proposing this could even be funded through additional taxation on large defence firms and weapons manufacturers). Only by addressing these issues can we hope to help #veterans lead fuller, happier lives. PTSD Foundation Of America PTSD UK Mind Samaritans, Inc. Veterans Helping Veterans Mental Health Foundation Veterans Aid Department of Labor Veterans’ Employment and Training Service Veterans Benefits The American College Center for Military and Veterans Affairs

“PSYCHIATRIC ASSISTANCE DOGS” “Healing Heroes with Four Paws” - “Aussie veterans & first responders battling #PTSD, Integra has your back!” - “Psychiatric assistance dogs, trained to detect distress and offer comfort.” “PSYCHIATRIC SERVICE DOGS” “Service & Therapy Dogs: Intellectual Impairments - Disability Info SA” - “These dogs are able to: Decrease agitation, loneliness and aggression. Increase social interaction or provide a socially acceptable reason to leave. Provide exercise for dopamine release and structure / routine.” - “Intellectual Impairments - There are a variety of different types of Assistance Dogs that can assist persons with Intellectual Impairments including, Autism Support Dogs; Psychiatric Service Dogs and Seizure Alert Dogs which alert and protect a person who is having a seizure, reminding a person with mental illness to take prescribed medications, etc.” - “Therapy Pets/Dogs - A Therapy Dog or Therapy Pet is a dog that is trained so that they can provide affection, comfort and support to people in settings such as hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes,” https://lnkd.in/e97_g5AG Source- original post Read all my posts #MariusPreston

View the slides from a presentation by the VA Community Education & Partnership Coordinator team. They share interesting facts about veteran suicide & how you can get more involved in suicide prevention: https://lnkd.in/gfr32prD #ServiceMembers #Veterans #CommunitySupport #ACMFSymposium