by caLegion Contributor | Dec 5, 2023
The Veterans Mental Health Committee has provided this downloadable card to be used for suicide prevention. The card details three steps that can be used to help understand the situation, determine the scope of the crisis, and decide the best course of action. This...
by Rikki Almanza | Sep 28, 2023
A regional study led by the Military and Veterans Programs, or MVP, at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work has revealed insights into the changing needs of Veterans in Southern California as they transition from active duty to civilian life. The State of...
by Rikki Almanza | Sep 18, 2023
September is National Suicide Prevention Month and serves as a reminder of the critical need to address mental health challenges, particularly among Veterans and their families. On average, approximately 22 Veterans tragically take their own lives each day,...
by Rikki Almanza | Sep 13, 2023
The Veterans Justice Outreach Program, which includes VA social workers, reaches out to Veterans within the criminal justice system to assess if their legal troubles stem from injuries sustained during their military service. The program’s primary goal is...
by Rikki Almanza | Aug 31, 2023
Compensated Work Therapy, or CWT, is a vocational rehabilitation program offered by the VA designed to assist Veterans with mental and physical challenges in obtaining employment and overcoming job-related barriers. CWT collaborates with businesses, industries,...
