Learn How to Aid Vets in Crisis at the Ocean County Library Lacey & Waretown Branches

TOMS RIVER – In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Month, the Ocean County Library is pleased to present an opportunity for training in the S.A.V.E method developed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) New Jersey Health Care System. The program will be offered at two OCL branches in September.

• Lacey Branch – 6:30 PM Thursday, September 19, 10 East Lacey Road, Forked River (609) 693-8566.
• Waretown Branch – 12 PM Saturday, September 21, 112 Main Street, (609) 693-5133.

Members of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs New Jersey Health Care System will teach ways to identify and assist veterans in extreme distress. S.A.V.E is an acronym for Signs, Ask, Validate, Encourage/Expedite.

The U.S. VA New Jersey Health Care System operates 11 clinics throughout the state. The agency’s website contains information about each clinic and tools for health care self-management, medical appointments and more. New federal policy allows veterans in suicidal crisis to seek free emergency care at any VA or non-VA health care facility.

The program is offered for adults and seniors. Please register for either program at https://tinyurl.com/OclVASAVE. For more information, stop by or call either participating OCL branch, or visit the Library’s online Calendar of Events.

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