Disabled American Veterans Chapter 12 Port Huron

09/01/2026

09/01/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Month. While September gives us a reason to talk about su***de, this conversation is too important to have for only one month. For those of us connected to the military and Veteran community, these numbers hit differently. In 2023, 6,398 Veterans died by su***de, about 17.5 Veterans every single day. Even more concerning, 61% had not received VA health care during the previous year. That tells me we can’t simply wait for someone to ask for help. Sometimes we have to go looking for the lost sheep. Check on your battle buddies. Make the call. Send the text. Knock on the door. Have the uncomfortable conversation and ask, “How are you really doing?” If someone says they aren’t okay, you don’t have to fix everything. Just listen, sit with them, and remind them they don’t have to carry it alone. And if you’re the one struggling, please hear this: You are not alone. Your life has value. Your story isn’t over. You are worth fighting for. Asking for help isn’t weakness. Sometimes the strongest thing you can say is, “I need help.” If you are a Veteran or service member in crisis, call 988 and press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line, or text 838255. Help is available 24/7. Today, scroll through your contacts and find someone you haven’t talked to in a while. Call them. We spent years in the military learning not to leave a man or woman behind. That shouldn’t stop when the uniform comes off. Seek the lost sheep. Check on your people. Have the tough conversations. Keep showing up. Not just in September, but all year long. ***dePreventionMonth ***dePrevention ***deAwareness

08/27/2026

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08/26/2026

08/26/2026

Five years ago, an Islamic terrorist carried out a su***de bombing at Abbey Gate in Kabul, Afghanistan.

Thirteen brave Americans paid the ultimate price for our country.

We will forever honor their memory and keep their families in our prayers.

08/26/2026

Dolly Parton always held Veterans close to her heart.

Her husband of nearly 60 years, Carl Dean, served in the U.S. Army- making her connection to our military community deeply personal.

From supporting our troops and military families to a lifetime of extraordinary philanthropy, Dolly never stopped giving back.

Rest in Peace, Dolly. 🤍

08/25/2026

You served America, now go see it!⛰️

Veterans get free entrance to national parks YEAR ROUND.

Learn more: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/veterans-and-gold-star-families-free-access.htm

08/25/2026

Join other veterans and supporters on Saturday, Aug. 29 (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) at IBEW Local Union 58 in Detroit for the 5th Annual Irreverent Warriors Detroit Silkies Hike. The event is focused on preventing veteran su***de, building camaraderie and honoring the service members who did not make it home.

The hike covers approximately 8 miles throughout downtown Detroit and is designed for veterans of all fitness levels. This is not an athletic competition — it is a community event centered on connection, support and remembrance. Learn more and register at https://ow.ly/ig8V50ZvWML.

08/23/2026

Battle Creek VA is coming to Kalamazoo on Saturday, September 12th, to talk with Veterans!
VA will have representatives to talk with Veterans about eligibility, Education Benefits, MyHealtheVet, and Federal benefits.
Join our representatives from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 5990 East Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo