Veterans Connect @VeteransCC
We aim to reach Veterans who are at risk of suicide, change their path away from suicide and connect them with the help they need. RT & ♡s not EN. veteransconnect.ca Edmonton, Alberta Joined September 2017-
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Our #GivingTuesday2018 campaign is still going strong! If you haven't already, you can donate now at: ow.ly/KxiP30mM8YA
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In 2018 we helped Veterans share their stories of hope and recovery with our #GivingTuesday campaign. Help us have even more impact in 2019! ow.ly/DM8G30mLMU1
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Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. If you are struggling, remember that you’re not alone; the #CAF offers mental health services for you and your family. ow.ly/cIOI30lKYR8 #WSPD #WSPD18
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If you take one message away from #WorldSuicidePreventionDay it is that we all have a role to play. If a loved one is struggling they might not tell you, so if they are acting differently, step in and start the conversation.
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We’re looking forward to sending our first participants to #CostaRica in winter 2019 but we can’t do it without your help! Donate today (link below) to make our dream a reality! #PTSD #Mentalhealth #ottawa #veterans #firstresponders #GoFundRoto0 canadahelps.org/en/charities/c…
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Call 1-877-435-7170 if you or someone you know is thinking about suicide or dealing with a suicide loss. #rcmpmb #worldsuicidepreventionday
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Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, a day to raise awareness about the issue of suicide and the fact that it CAN be prevented! buff.ly/2wkxyjc
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Suicide is the biggest killer of men under 50. Here’s why, and what we can do about it. theguardian.com/society/2014/a… #WorldSuicidePreventionDay
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Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay and according to the @cspyyc, 11 people end their lives in Canada every day and more than 200 make an attempt to. @maragrunau and @ShayeGanam talk about the stigma surrounding #suicide. #yeg #WSPD18 #suicideprevention
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For #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, 21 people told us why they stayed. Read their stories. trib.al/a4pW7J0
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You are not alone. If you need to talk or if you know someone who needs help, don’t hesitate to reach out. Follow the link for a complete list of crisis centres across Canada: ow.ly/7ilL30lKSc2 #WorldSuicidePreventionDay
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In our latest editorial article, we explore the significant impact a simple caring conversation can have on a person considering suicide. buff.ly/2N0rI1a #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #WSPD18 #suicideprevention
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Anyone can have thoughts of suicide and anyone can help someone at risk of suicide. Learn how to help this #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. buff.ly/2wkxyjc #CMHA100 #WSPD2018 #SuicidePrevention #WSPD2018
Thanks to @CMFMag for a great article explaining the background of Veterans Connect Canada. ow.ly/DB8x30k4SOd
Thank you @johnconrad2 for sharing your story at the Sam Sharpe breakfast.
Find us at the Sam Sharpe breakfast on Parliament Hill tomorrow morning. We’d love to talk to you about the importance of recovery and Veteran mental health.
We’re attending the Sam Sharpe breakfast in Ottawa on May 10. @johnconrad2 will speak about Veteran mental health and the importance of recovery.
Save this link! Canadian National Help and Crisis Lines: ow.ly/fPSI30heG2V #canadianhelplines #crisisline #helpline #suicideprevention #canadianveterans
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