There’s a plethora of support for women, not just men, veterans at the Butler Veteran’s Affairs office.

There are many health and lifestyle-related programs for women to take advantage of. Visit https://www.va.gov/womenvet/ for details.

In conjunction with September Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, the Butler VA Health Care System is raising awareness of its mental health resources available for veterans, according to a release.

“Veterans are driven and resilient, but everyone needs help sometimes,” said Sharon Coyle, acting director for the Butler VA. “Whether veterans are looking for peer-to-peer support, clinical care, counseling, or something else, VA is here to help.”

Whether you’re a veteran or a veteran supporter, there are many ways to reach out:

Calling or texting a friend or fellow veteran to talk about what they’re going through

Tapping into VA tools to get help when going through life’s challenges

Talking to your Butler VA health care team or the local suicide prevention team

Make the Connection, where more than 600 veterans and family members share their stories of strength and recovery

MyVA411, where veterans, their families and caregivers can call 1-800-MyVA411 (800-698-2411) to easily access information on VA benefits and services

If you are a supporter, reach out, offer support and encourage the veterans you know to ask for help when they need it.

If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, contact the Veterans Crisis Line, 800-273-8255, or visit https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/ to receive free, confidential support and crisis intervention available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.

They can help.

— AA