VA S.A.V.E Training Resources

Signs of suicidal thinking should be recognized

Ask the most important question of all — "Are you thinking of killing yourself?"

Validate the Veteran's experience

Encourage treatment and Expedite getting help

VA SAVE Training is a suicide prevention training program developed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). It is designed to help individuals recognize the warning signs of suicide and respond effectively to Veterans in crisis.

You never know when a crisis may happen. There are simple steps you can take to be prepared.Find instructions below to save the new Veterans Crisis Line number—Dial 988 then Press 1—as a contact in your iOS or Android phone.

If a Veteran you care about is going through a difficult time or having thoughts of suicide, you’re probably worried and confused. You want to help but may be scared you could make things worse—the only wrong thing to do is to do nothing. Now is the time to act. You can begin by learning the signs of crisis and how to start a conversation with the Veteran.