Mental Health for Missouri's Veterans and Families

10/10/2025

Please share and thank you for raising awareness.

Today is World Mental Health Day! Celebrated every year on October 10 as a reminder of the importance of good mental health and the need to prioritize and invest in good mental health.
This year's theme is 'access to services - mental health in catastrophes and emergencies' that highlights the importance of people being able to protect their mental health in times of global instability. Learn more https://ow.ly/GeXq50X7cYS

10/09/2025

Dementia Care (including Alzheimer’s Disease)

Care for Veterans with Alzheimer’s or dementia is provided throughout the full range of VA health care services. To learn more visit https://www.va.gov/GERIATRICS/pages/Alzheimers_and_Dementia_Care.asp

Veterans Health Administration (VHA) - U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

10/06/2025

Community Conversations about Su***de Prevention (by Missouri Su***de Prevention Network)

MSPN hosts a quarterly Zoom gathering with friends, family, and advocates affected by su***de. If you’ve lost someone or wish to support those in distress, Community Conversations is for YOU! Connect, learn about Missouri's su***de prevention initiatives, share resources, and collaborate to reduce su***de risk for Missourians!

The next gathering is October 17th, 9-10:30am.
To register visit https://www.mospn.org/team-1

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Join our quarterly Zoom gathering with friends, family, and advocates affected by su***de. If you’ve lost someone or wish to support those in distress, Community Conversations is for YOU! Connect, learn about Missouri's su***de prevention initiatives, share resources, and collaborate to reduce sui...

10/02/2025

Have you heard about the Department of Defense's Real Warriors campaign?

Established in 2009, the Department of Defense’s Real Warriors Campaign is a public health campaign designed to decrease stigma, increase psychological health literacy, and open doors to access to care by encouraging psychological health help seeking among active duty service members, veterans, and their families.

https://health.mil/Military-Health-Topics/Centers-of-Excellence/Psychological-Health-Center-of-Excellence/Real-Warriors-Campaign

09/29/2025

This is a reminder that you are important.

Helping a neighbor, sharing an activity, simply showing up for someone not only helps them, it also helps YOUR

09/25/2025

Child, Teen, and Young Adult Services

The Missouri Department of Mental Health - Children's Services team supports new and ongoing efforts to improve the lives of Missouri’s children and families. Learn about school-based initiatives, family & peer support, and more.

Children’s Services supports new and ongoing efforts to improve the lives of Missouri’s children and families.

09/22/2025

Missouri Buddy Check 22 Day
How to support someone who has a Safety Plan?

For people who have experienced a suicidal crisis and receive care, they should Safety Plan. It is a list of coping strategies and resources for support. It can help people identify what leads to thoughts of su***de, and how to feel better when they start having these thoughts. As a result, the Safety Plan can help them stay safe.

Visit the MO Governor’s Challenge – Call to Action, step 2 is a brief video of what a safety plan is and how you can support someone with one. Visit the Missouri Governor's Challenge state team's website www.mogovchallenge.com

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09/15/2025

Wellness activity: Progressive Muscle Relaxation (by Healthline)

Looking for a way to reduce tension and improve sleep? Progressive Muscle Relaxation, or PMR, is an easy technique to do at home. You don’t need any special equipment or gear. All you need is focus, attention, and a quiet spot where you won’t be distracted.

Before you say "this doesn't work!", try it for a couple weeks. Set aside 15 to 20 minutes a day for PMR. It may just be the wellness activity your mind and body have been waiting for.

Progressive muscle relaxation involves tensing then relaxing your muscles, one by one. This may help ease stress and anxiety. Research has shown that it also offers a range of other benefits.

09/10/2025

Kurt carried the weight of survivor guilt and combat memories long after serving in the Army. This National Recovery Month, hear Kurt share how therapy, meditation, exercise, and support from loved ones helped him address his anxiety and depression. Watch Kurt's full story https://www.maketheconnection.net/recovery/

09/08/2025

Recovery is a family affair (by SAMHSA)

in a stable home. During and beyond, let’s help create spaces where people feel safe, respected, and supported. Here are steps we can take: https://www.samhsa.gov/substance-use/recovery

09/04/2025

Do you feel like you’re in a rut and you just can’t get out?

Everyone feels sad at times, but those feelings typically will pass within a few days. If you can’t seem to rally, and it’s starting to interfere with your daily life, it could be a sign of depression.
https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/depression/index.asp

09/02/2025

This is and a great time to prioritize care, connection, and healing. Need help getting started? Contact the Missouri Department of Mental Health to find community-service programs to help with mental health or substance misuse issues.