As an integral component of Army’s Ready and Resilient Campaign (R2C), ASAP improves readiness of the Army through the development and enhancement of Army Suicide Prevention Program policies, training, data collection and analysis, and strategic communications designed to minimize suicide behavior; thereby preserving mission effectiveness through individual readiness and resilience for Soldiers, Army Civilians and Family members.
The Army’s ultimate goal is to prevent suicides. This is accomplished by building a culture of resilience, reducing risk, and strengthening Soldiers by increasing protective factors such as coping skills and help-seeking behavior through a combination of prevention, intervention and postvention activities.
Contact Suicide Prevention at 270 412-0080.
For Immediate Concerns
The Army Suicide Prevention Office is not a crisis center and does not provide counseling services. If you are feeling distressed or hopeless, thinking about death or wanting to die, or, if you are concerned about someone who may be suicidal, please contact Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.
- Emergency - 911
- Suicide and Crisis Lifeline - 988
- Military Crisis Line - 988 - Press 1
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 988
- Military One Source - 1-800-342-9647
- Wounded Soldier and Family Hotline - 1-800-984-8523
YOU ARE NOT ALONE
Every Veteran faces challenges differently. Whether you are managing stress, depression, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, substance use concerns, or thoughts of suicide, help is available. If you are already receiving behavioral health care, these resources can provide additional support, connection, and assistance between appointments.
Seeking help is a sign of strength—not weakness.
CRISIS SUPPORT (24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK)
Veterans Crisis Line
Call: 988, then Press 1
Text: 838255
Available 24/7 for Veterans, Service Members, National Guard, Reserve members, and their families.
Link:
https://www.veteranscrisisline.net
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or Text: 988
Provides immediate support for anyone experiencing emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, substance misuse concerns, or mental health crises.
Emergency Assistance
If there is an immediate threat to life or safety:
Call 911
or
Go to the nearest Emergency Department.
Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization
350 Pageant Lane
Suite 405
Clarksville, TN 37040
Phone: 931-553-5173
Services include:
· Service Connected Disability
· Non-Service Connected Pension
· Survivor & Burial Benefits
· Healthcare Enrollment
· Education Benefits
· Vocational Rehabilitation
· Appeals and More
Link:
MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
The VA offers:
- Individual counseling
- Group counseling
- PTSD treatment
- Substance use treatment
- Suicide prevention services
- Peer support programs
- Telehealth services
- Family support services
Link:
https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov
Clarksville Vet Center
Address:
141 Chesapeake Lane
Suite 101
Clarksville, TN 37043
Phone: 931-221-4600
Provides confidential counseling for:
- Combat Veterans
- Active-Duty Service Members
- National Guard and Reserve Members
- Military Families
Services include:
- Individual counseling
- Group counseling
- PTSD treatment
- Grief counseling
- Readjustment counseling
- Military sexual trauma support
Link:
https://www.va.gov/clarksville-vet-center
LOCAL VETERAN SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS
Operation Stand Down Tennessee – Clarksville
Address:
115 North 3rd Street
Clarksville, TN 37040
Phone:
931-896-2184
Provides:
- Veteran peer support
- Benefits assistance
- Employment services
- Housing assistance
- Case management
- Community outreach
Link:
Soldiers & Families Embraced
Address:
117 North 3rd Street
Clarksville, TN 37040
Phone:
931-591-3241
Provides:
- Counseling services
- Veteran support programs
- Family support resources
- Community assistance
Link:
https://www.soldiersandfamiliesembraced.org
HOPKINSVILLE VETERAN RESOURCES
Hopkinsville VA Clinic
Address:
4000 Fort Campbell Boulevard, Suite G4
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
Phone:
270-885-2106
Provides:
- Primary care
- Behavioral health services
- Suicide prevention support
- Care coordination
Link:
https://www.va.gov/tennessee-valley-health-care/locations/hopkinsville-va-clinic/
Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF)
Provides:
- Housing assistance
- Transportation assistance
- Financial support
- Healthcare navigation
- Community resource referrals
Link:
https://southernusa.salvationarmy.org/Hopkinsville/veteran-services
PEER SUPPORT AND COMMUNITY CONNECTION
Research consistently shows that strong social connections reduce isolation and increase resilience.
Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB)
Provides:
- Fitness programs
- Veteran social activities
- Volunteer opportunities
- Community service projects
- Peer support networks
Link:
https://teamrwb.org/programs
VETERAN SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS
These organizations provide fellowship, mentorship, advocacy, and opportunities to remain connected with fellow Veterans.
Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Chapter 45
953 Clark Street
Clarksville, TN 37040
Phone:
404 956-7966
Provides:
- Claims assistance
- Benefits advocacy
- Veteran peer support
Link:
https://davwebsites.dav.org/TN/45/SystemPages/Home.aspx
American Legion Post 143
223 9th Street
Clarksville, TN 37040
Phone:
931-647-9062
Provides:
- Veteran fellowship
- Community service opportunities
- Veteran advocacy
Link:
https://centennial.legion.org/tennessee/post143
American Legion CSM Gary W. Crisp Post 289
2691 Trenton Road
Clarksville, TN 37042
Provides:
- Veteran outreach
- Community engagement
- Peer networking
Link:
https://www.altnpost289.org/
VFW Post 4895
1701 Haynes Street
Clarksville, TN 37043
Phone:
931 647-6686
Provides:
- Veteran support
- Community activities
- Advocacy and camaraderie
Link:
VFW Post 11160
1068 Lafayette Road
Clarksville, TN 37042
Phone:
931 551-3293
Provides:
- Veteran support programs
- Family assistance
- Community engagement
REMEMBER
Reaching out is a sign of courage.
Recovery is possible.
Hope is real.
"You served your country. Let your community serve you."
My Safety Plan (video)
A Safety Plan is a tool for anyone who has experienced thoughts of suicide or self-harm.
Create your Safety Plan today using the Safety Plan mobile app: Mobile App: Safety Plan - PTSD: National Center for PTSD (va.gov). It was created by the National Center for PTSD, Department of Veterans Affairs. The app helps you make a safety plan, share your safety plan with loved ones, and use tools to manage distress. Although Safety Plan can be used on its own, creating your plan with a mental health provider can be helpful. Safety Plan is not intended to replace professional care.
With Safety Plan you can:
- Create a custom step-by-step action plan to keep yourself safe during a crisis
- Make a list of your own personal reasons to live (and add photo and video reminders)
- Try different coping strategies and activities
- Access crisis support resources, like the Veterans Crisis Line
- Track your mood and other mental health symptoms
- Set personal goals and track your progress
Mobile App: Safety Plan - PTSD: National Center for PTSD (va.gov)
