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In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Month, SMVF Talks is hosting a special VA SAVE training to raise awareness and provide practical steps to support those at risk of suicide within the Service Member, Veteran, and Family (SMVF) community.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, September 12th

Time: 6:00 PM (EST)

Location: Online via Zoom (link and QR code below)

The session will be led by Megan Vanoli, Community Engagement and Partnership Coordinator with the Lexington VA. The VA SAVE training aims to help attendees recognize the signs of suicide risk, ask the right questions, and encourage life-saving help-seeking behaviors. The acronym SAVE stands for

• Signs of suicidal thinking
• Ask the person about suicide
• Validate the person’s feelings
• Encourage them to get help

This training is especially valuable for providers, professionals, and anyone interested in learning how to support the SMVF population. SMVF Talks takes place on the second Thursday of every month at 6:00 PM EST and offers a valuable opportunity to learn from veterans and experts on topics relevant to the military community.

Please share this important information with your contacts and help raise awareness.

Zoom Meeting Details:

• Link: Join Here
• Meeting ID: 812 5398 2596
• Passcode: 205582

Scan the QR Code Below to Join:

RSVP:
RSVP is not required, but appreciated. Please send an RSVP to info@biak.us.

Brought to You By:

• Brain Injury Alliance of Kentucky (BIAK)
• Kentucky Friends of Veterans

Visit http://www.biak.us for more information.

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For more information or to get help, contact:
Heath Dolen
Project Manager, SMVF Behavioral Health
Kentucky Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental, and Intellectual Disabilities
Phone: (502) 782-6160
Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

Help spread the word to assist Service Members, Veterans, and their Families.