WHAT IS WARRIOR CALL:

Warrior Call is a national initiative fostering connectivity among active-duty service members and veterans in an attempt to identify those who are isolating themselves.  By making a call, taking a call and engaging in honest dialogue, we hope to connect those individuals in need to available resources and services.

Many of those who are suffering are not seeking help or treatment, thus reinforcing the need for a call to these warriors from a former battle buddy, friend or family member.

• Up to two-thirds of veterans who take their own lives have had no contact with the Department of Veterans Affairs. 

• The COVID pandemic has only increased isolation and disconnection. 

• According to the VA, researchers have identified social isolation as "arguably the strongest and most reliable predictor of suicidal ideation, [suicide] attempts and lethal suicidal behavior." 

• The rapid unraveling of Afghanistan has spurred anguish and frustration among those who served there.

• Invisible wounds linked to an underlying and undiagnosed traumatic brain injury can mirror many mental health conditions, underscoring the need to connect with service members and veterans and steer them to services.