Provide support and awareness to our veterans and veterans families in need!

At Michael Rogers Mission, we are dedicated to shedding light on the critical issue of veteran suicide, particularly among those who do not receive adequate care through military medical treatment facilities. Inspired by the 30-year naval service of Michael Rogers, our mission is to honor his legacy by advocating for better mental health support for our veterans.

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About Michael Rogers

Michael Rogers was a highly accomplished naval officer whose career spanned three decades. Throughout his service, he demonstrated exceptional leadership, unwavering dedication, and a profound commitment to his country and family. Michael’s achievements included leading multiple naval squadrons, receiving numerous commendations for bravery and excellence, and mentoring countless young sailors who looked up to him as a role model. His legacy is one of honor, courage, and an unyielding spirit, making him a beacon of inspiration for our mission.

What alternative resources are available to veterans seeking assistance outside the offerings of the Veterans Administration?

Military OneSource Offers a wide range of support services, including non-medical counseling, housing, assistance, and help with PTSD and substance abuse
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Provides support though local posts, including assistance with benefits claims, mental health resources, and community events.
American Legion Offers various programs to support veterans, including financial assistance, health care advocacy, and peer support networks.
Give an Hour Connects veterans with volunteer health professionals who provide free counseling services.
Wounded Warrior Project Provides a range of programs and services to support the mental health and well-being of veterans, including peer support groups and therapeutic activities.
Team Red, White & Blue Focuses on enriching the lives of veterans through physical and social activities, helping them build strong community connections.
Local Community Centers and Nonprofits Many local organizations offer support groups, counseling services and recreational activities specifically for veterans.
State and Local Government Programs Some states and municipalities have their own programs to support veterans, including housing assistance, job training and mental health services.

These services offer valuable assistance and facilitate veterans in establishing connections within their communities.

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Understanding the Crisis:
Information and Impact

Zivin et al. (2007) discovered that the risk of suicide was 7 to 8 times higher for veterans compared to civilians, based on their longitudinal retrospective cohort study.

It was concluded that dissimilar to civilians, those who are at higher risk for suicide are veterans who fall into the older and younger demographic, are at higher risk for suicide compared to middle aged veterans.

Riblet et al. (2023) found that veterans are at higher risk for suicide after the first three months post-discharge from a medical facility.

It was concluded that poor communication amongst treating facilities, unsafe care settings, duration for referrals, inconsistent follow up care, community care facilities not having the availability to participate in additional training, and 59 other factors contributed to veteran suicide risk.

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Denneson et al. (2023) discovered that the average follow-up time range after high risk flag inactivation spanned 806.3 days.

It was concluded that across facilities, documentation was split into two categories: minimal and more than minimal. Patients with minimal documentation faced a higher risk of suicide attempts after a high risk flag inactivation.

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Miller et al. (2020) found that one third of veterans returning from deployment are prone to be at-risk for serious mental health conditions with risk of suicide.

It was concluded that there is a demand for persistent care for veterans who have deployed as they present an at-risk status for suicide.

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References:

Alonzo, D., & Colón, M. (2020). Correlates of mental health service utilization among depressed individuals with suicidality. Social Work in Mental Health, 18(2), 170–187. https://doi.org/10.1080/15332985.2019.1700583
Denneson, L. M., Kovas, A. E., Britton, P. C., Kaplan, M. S., McFarland, B. H., & Dobscha, S. K. (2016). Suicide risk documented during veterans’ last veterans affairs health care contacts prior to suicide. Suicide & Life-threatening Behavior/Suicide and Life-threatening Behavior, 46(3), 363–374. https://doi.org/10.1111/sltb.12226
Denneson, L. M., Hannon, S. J., McDonald, K., Chen, J. I., & O’Neil, M. (2023). Inactivation of high-risk flags for suicide in the Veterans Health Administration: Association of documentation variation with suicide attempts. Psychological Services. https://doi.org/10.1037/ser0000812
Department of Veterans Affairs (mmr). (2016, July 7). VA conducts nation’s largest analysis of veteran suicide. VA News. https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-conducts-nations-largest-analysis-of-veteran-suicide/
Miller, S. N., Monahan, C. J., Phillips, K. M., Agliata, D., & Gironda, R. (2020). Mental health utilization among veterans at risk for suicide: Data from a post-deployment clinic. Psychological Services, 17(2), 217–226. https://doi.org/10.1037/ser0000311
Riblet, N., Soncrant, C., Mills, P. D., & Yackel, E. E. (2023). Analysis of reported suicide safety events among veterans who received treatment through Department of Veterans Affairs–Contracted Community Care. Military Medicine, 188(9–10), e3173–e3181. https://doi.org/10.1093/milmed/usad088
Zivin, K., Kim, H. M., McCarthy, J. F., Austin, K. L., Hoggatt, K. J., Walters, H., & Valenstein, M. (2007). Suicide Mortality Among Individuals Receiving Treatment for Depression in the Veterans Affairs Health System: Associations with Patient and Treatment Setting Characteristics. American Journal of Public Health, 97(12), 2193–2198. https://doi.org/10.2105/ajph.2007.115477

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