Veterans Training Support Center

Register Now: Learn Saves Lives Su***de Prevention
LINK: https://www.eventsquid.com/event.cfm?id=30237
Time: Dec. 18, 10:00am-11:30am
Location: Virtual/Online
Instructor: Don Seese, WDVA Su***de Prevention Program Lead

Course Description:
Veterans face enormous challenges as they transition from military to civilian life. Family members, friends and colleagues of veterans also face unique challenges in supporting those who served. This course offers perspective on the unique challenges faced by service members, veterans, and their families (SMVF) and teaches essential skills and methods for su***de prevention.

Learning Objectives:
-Awareness of su***de impact and why people die by su***de.
-Ability to apply LEARN su***de prevention skills and methods.
-Ability to integrate su***de prevention approaches into your personal and professional life.

WDVA is proud to announce that our Washington state SSG Fox community-based su***de prevention program was awarded $750,000 from the Federal VA Staff Sergeant Parker Fox Su***de Prevention Grant for their fourth year of programming.

Read More: https://www.dva.wa.gov/news/2025/press-release-wdva-secures-750k-grant-expand-su***de-prevention-efforts-year-four

Honoring ALL who served. At the Washington Department of Veterans Affairs, we’re breaking barriers to ensure every Veteran — regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression — has equitable access to the benefits and resources they’ve earned.

Learn more about the changes to Definition of Veteran in Washington State: https://www.dva.wa.gov/definition-veteran

🤝 Together with Veterans, families, and community partners, we’re expanding awareness, streamlining access to programs, and promoting dignity, inclusion, and opportunity across Washington.

✨ Because every Veteran deserves to be seen, supported, and celebrated.

Understanding the Washington Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Council in Action
December 3, 2025 | 11AM - 12PM
Register Now: https://www.eventsquid.com/event.cfm?id=30439

Join us for an overview of the Washington Traumatic Brain Injury Strategic Partnership Advisory Council, managed by DSHS and dedicated to supporting individuals impacted by TBI through advocacy, education, and statewide planning.

What to Expect:
Collaboration with WDVA and partners to enhance services
Key initiatives in awareness, prevention, and resource coordination
Opportunities to get involved and access TBI programs across Washington

Your input is needed! Su***de Prevention Community Based Services Grant (SPCBSG)

Washington Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking applications from eligible Washington-based, Veteran-serving organizations to apply for the Su***de Prevention Community Based Services Grant (SPCBSG).

WDVA is seeking to fund programs and organizations that serve Service Members, Veterans, and their Families (SMVF) who are at risk of su***de. Ideal candidates for funding include those who utilize peer support models that include evidence-based, research-based methods, or promising practices.

*Deadline is December 1, 2025
To learn more about the Grant, Eligibility and how to Apply visit:
https://www.dva.wa.gov/request-grant-applications-su***de-prevention-community-based-services-grant-award