A virtual S.A.V.E. Training on Suicide Prevention will be offered on Tuesday, Jan. 24, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. via the Webex platform.

Suicide prevention is the top clinical priority for Veterans Affairs (VA), and the VA seeks to connect veterans who are experiencing an emotional or mental health crisis with lifesaving support. The VA seeks to involve veterans' family members, peers, and communities so people can work together to reach veterans before a crisis occurs.

The upcoming training is designed to give caregivers key information about suicide prevention, the warning signs for suicide risk, and where to get help. S.A.V.E. encourages caregivers to act with care and compassion if they encounter a suicidal veteran. S.A.V.E. stands for signs of suicidal thinking, ask questions, validate the person's experience, and encourage treatment and expedite getting help.

To register, visit https://tinyurl.com/savetraining. Once individuals register, they will be sent the meeting link and other sign-in information to join via a computer, phone, or other smart device. Attendees may download the Webex app to participate, or they may join via telephone.

For more details, contact Lebanon VA Medical Center's caregiver support number, 717-228-5996.