In July, the Veteran Crisis Line changed after the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline’s old 800 number was replaced by the three-digit extension — 988. Veterans in need of help can dial the new extension and press “1″ to be directed to the appropriate call centers.
ANCHORAGE, Alaska - A new call line is providing a new way for military veterans in Alaska to get the help they need in times of crisis.
After struggling to navigate life after service, Marr was able to find purpose volunteering with other veterans, before landing a dream job at Alaska Warrior Partnership last year. The organization acts as a hub for service members, connecting them to local services and opportunities based on what it is they’re looking for. The partnership also works to address“I believe it’s much higher than that given the means that we’ve found the data is being collected,” Marr said. “... But it’s not just the VA, the state or any one veteran-focused organization. They still need to be working on it. But it’s me, it’s you, it’s every member of our community.
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