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Dec. 5, 2022
Service dog helps Colonel fight the battles back home

With a stern voice but a heart of gold, U.S. Air Force Col. Adam Roberts, the 555th Red Horse Squadron commander, practices resiliency each day alongside his best friend and service dog, Porsche, a loveable labradoodle with golden brown fur resembling the look and feel of a stuffed animal.
Sept. 22, 2022
Online courses provide aid to those affected by suicide

The Defense Department is now offering two online courses that provide support and guidance for those affected by suicide.
July 19, 2022
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline hotline quick-dial option now live

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline hotline is launching a new quick-dial option nationwide starting July 16.
July 14, 2022
New 988 dialing code to reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Starting Saturday, July 16, 2022, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline will change to a new three-digit dialing code: 988.
April 1, 2021
Department of the Air Force remains focused on suicide prevention

In 2019, the Department of the Air Force suicide count and rate were the highest in recent history.
Feb. 10, 2021
Department of the Air Force leaders focus on resiliency

Senior leaders are focused on building and growing resilience by establishing a task force called Operation Arc Care. This task force is currently reviewing resilience programs and overarching strategy using a phased approach which began in November.
Nov. 17, 2020
There is Help and There is Hope

One of the most important actions to take when someone has suicide ideation is to take the method of suicide away from them according to Kathryn Lynnes, a suicide attempt survivor and civilian within the Department of the Air Force. “Try to get them to give you their lethal means,” said Lynnes.
Oct. 9, 2020
Department of the Air Force family suicide prevention training now available

The new online training video, Equipping Family Members to Help Airmen in Distress, aims to build and strengthen relationships and connectedness among family members and loved ones.