Suicide Prevention for Veterans
Military service can involve experiences that affect emotional well-being long after service has ended. Veterans may face challenges related to trauma, reintegration, employment changes, and social connections.
Veterans account for approximately 14% of suicide deaths in the United States (VA).
GHS provides behavioral health services that support veterans navigating depression, trauma, substance use, and suicidal thoughts.
CDC Source: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/suicide_prevention/data.asp
Veteran Suicide Prevention Resources in Genesee County
Veterans living in Genesee County can access behavioral health services and crisis support through GHS and partner organizations.
Veterans experiencing housing instability may also find support on our GCHC Housing Resource Center, which highlights resources for housing and stability.
Resources for Veterans
GHS Programs
GHS Veteran's Services Navigator:
Contact 1SG Eduardo Calzada, USA (Ret.), at 810-496-5620.
Adult Behavioral Health:
https://genhs.org/specialty-behavioral-health/adults/
Local Resources
Genesee County Veterans Services:
https://www.geneseecountymi.gov/departments/veterans_services/
State Resources
Michigan Veterans Crisis Line:
https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/keep-mi-healthy/mentalhealth/veteran-navigators/veterans-crisis-line
Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency
National Resources
Veterans Crisis Line:
https://www.veteranscrisisline.net
988 Lifeline (Press 1 for Veterans):
https://988lifeline.org
Need support right now?
Contact GHS Crisis Services or walk into Behavioral Health Urgent Care today.
Crisis Line: (810) 257-3740
Text GHS to WEGOTU (934688)
https://genhs.org/get-help-today/
The program is funded by Genesee County Community Mental Health Millage funds. Your tax dollars at work.
