OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KFOR) – The Oklahoma City VA on Friday announced the 3rd Annual S.A.V.E. Our Heroes Ride, which is dedicated to raise awareness about Veteran suicide prevention.
The acronym S.A.V.E. is a quick reference when someone may be displaying suicidal tendencies and critical steps to in suicide prevention:
S – Signs of suicidal thinking should be recognized
A – Ask the most critical question, “Are you thinking of killing yourself?”
V – Validate the Veteran’s experience
E – Encourage treatment and expedite getting help
“S.A.V.E. Our Heroes Ride is a movement,” said Kristen Melton, chief of Chaplain Services at OKCVAHCS. “We’re calling on the community to join us in this critical mission to save lives and support our Veterans. Everyone is welcome to attend. Motorcycles are not required. Two, three and four-wheeled vehicles can all ride along the route with us.”
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