Daniel J. Seehafer, American Legion National Commander
May 11, 02:54 PM
Veteran's Day! As Armed Forces Day and Memorial Day approach, American Legion National Commander Daniel J. Seehafer is asking all Americans to “Be the One” to stop veteran suicide.
“Preventing veteran suicide is more than a goal for The American Legion. It is a mission,” Seehafer said. “You do not have to be a professional therapist to listen to a veteran and empathize with feelings of isolation, depression or hopelessness. We should all do our part to destigmatize the brave act of seeking mental wellness. We should all be the one to ask veterans how they are doing and most importantly to care about their well-being. Above all, encourage veterans in crisis to call 988, extension 1. Since 9/11, far more veterans have taken their own lives than were lost to war.
“Preventing veteran suicide is more than a goal for The American Legion. It is a mission,” Seehafer said. “You do not have to be a professional therapist to listen to a veteran and empathize with feelings of isolation, depression or hopelessness. We should all do our part to destigmatize the brave act of seeking mental wellness. We should all be the one to ask veterans how they are doing and most importantly to care about their well-being. Above all, encourage veterans in crisis to call 988, extension 1. Since 9/11, far more veterans have taken their own lives than were lost to war.