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Suicide prevention

If you're a Veteran who is thinking of hurting yourself—or you know a Veteran who’s considering this—we can help. Our VA Tuscaloosa health care suicide prevention coordinators can get you the support you need. They work with our behavioral health providers and community organizations to assist Veterans who are managing emotional or mental health crises.

How do I talk to someone right now?

If you’re a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, connect with our caring, qualified Veterans Crisis Line responders for confidential help. Many of them are Veterans themselves. This service is private, free, and available 24/7.

To connect with a Veterans Crisis Line responder anytime day or night:

You can also:

  • Call 911.
  • Go to the nearest emergency room.
  • Go directly to your nearest VA medical center. It doesn’t matter what your discharge status is or if you’re enrolled in VA health care.
    Find your nearest VA medical center

Connect with a care coordinator

Our suicide prevention coordinators can help you get ongoing support, like counseling and other services. Coordinators are available during regular business hours.

 

Richard Beatty

Suicide Prevention Coordinator

VA Tuscaloosa health care

Phone:

Email: vhaspcal-679TUASuicidePreventionTeam@va.gov

Brittany Burch

Suicide Prevention Case Manager

VA Tuscaloosa health care

Phone:

Email: Brittany.Burch1@va.gov

Fredericka Brinkley

Suicide Prevention Social Work Care Coordinator

VA Tuscaloosa health care

Phone:

Email: fredericka.brinkley@va.gov

JoAnna Jordan

Suicide Prevention Social Work Care Coordinator

VA Tuscaloosa health care

Phone:

Email: joanna.jordan@va.gov

Lawanda Vanhorn

Community Engagement and Partnership Coordinator

VA Tuscaloosa health care

Phone:

Email: Lawanda.Vanhorn@va.gov

To connect with a Veterans Crisis Line responder anytime day or night:

Care we provide at VA Tuscaloosa health care

  • Suicide prevention care coordinators
  • Suicide prevention case managers
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