Liberty Resources

Suicide Prevention and Behavorial Health Resources Suicide is a national public health issue that affects all Americans, including military and Veterans. As September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, Liberty Life is sharing some of the resources and information available on The Liberty Coast to support sucide prevention and overall better behaviorial and mental health. The health and well-being of our Servicemembers and Veterans is our highest priority.

Call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 Or call 9-1-1

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Veteran Crisis Line The Veterans Crisis Line is a free, confidential resource that’s available to anyone, even if you’re not registered with VA or enrolled in VA health care. (800) 273-8255, press 1. Text to 838255, or talk online with a confidential Veterans chat at veteranscrisisline.net/get-help/chat. For more information, visit mentalhealth.va.gov. When to call the Veterans Crisis Line Veterans and Servicemembers in crisis don’t have to face it alone. If you’re thinking about hurting yourself, having thoughts of suicide, or becoming selfdestructive, there are responders ready to help. Contact the Veterans Crisis Line immediately for assistance. Supporting a loved one through a crisis can feel overwhelming, but responders at the Veterans Crisis Line can help. Contact the Veterans Crisis Line immediately if the Veteran or Servicemember in your life is showing signs of crisis, such as: •Talking about feeling hopeless •Experiencing anxiety or agitation •Increasing risky behaviors or substance use Jacksonville Vet Center We provide a broad range of counseling, outreach, and referral services for Veterans, active-duty Servicemembers, Guard and Reservists, and families who have earned this no-cost benefit through their service in combat zones. 3728 Phillips Highway, Ste 31; Jacksonville, FL 32207 904-399-8351 ; After hours, weekends, and holidays call: 1-877-WAR-VETS (1-877-927-8387); vetcenter.va.gov Florida Veterans Support Line 1-844-MyFLVet is a toll free number that Veterans and their loved one’s can call 24/7 for emotional support and information pertaining to community resources. 1-844-MyFLVet (693-5838) or 2-1-1 National Veterans Foundation Lifeline for Vets To serve the crisis management, information and referral needs of all U.S. Veterans and their families through management and operation of the nation’s first Vet-to-Vet toll-free helpline for all Veterans and their families. Call 888-777-4443 nvf.org/about-national-veterans-foundation United Way 2-1-1 United Way coordinates existing services and provides additional resources to make it easier for Veterans, active-duty Servicemembers, and their families to get the help they need when they need it. To reach a counselor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Dial 211 or 904-632-0600. unitedwaynefl.org/get-help

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Athenian Owl Restaurant, where traditional Greek food is prepared daily using only the freshest ingredients and authentic imported products. We incorporate traditional family recipes with a modern spin, showcasing our passion for cooking. Join us today for lunch or dinner and learn why it is a local favorite for some of the best Greek food in Jacksonville.

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9551 Baymeadows Rd. suite #21-23 Jacksonville, FL 32256 Phone: (904) 503-3008 www.athenianowljaxfl.com

At Liberty Life, we want to showcase your artistic talent, sharp wit and intelligent commentary. We encourage you to express your view of life on The Liberty Coast through animated pictures and cartoons.

Submit your cartoons for publication consideration to LibertyLifeMedia.Com/Submissions. Submissions should be approximately 2.25 x 6.25 inches or 3 x 4.5 inches (the size they will appear in print). We are also accepting art and photos for publication. Individual or team contributions welcome.

Cartoons should be uplifting, true-to-life humor or witty, intelligent and real without being mean or judgemental. Like the old days!

The Liberty Coast (SM)

The Liberty Coast (SM) is home to one of the nation’s largest communities of military Servicemembers, Veterans, DOD personnel, and their families. Serving on 7 military installations and numerous commands in Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida that represent 6 branches of the U. S. military, this estimated population of 350,000 are living the Liberty Life across Camden, Nassau, Duval, Baker, Clay and St. Johns County.

Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay 10 USS Benjamin Franklin Dr St Marys, GA 31547

Marine Corps Support Facility Blount Island (BIC) 5880 Channel View Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32226

Naval Station Mayport 3000 Mayport Road Jacksonville, FL 32228

Jacksonville Air National Guard Base 14300 Fang Dr. Jacksonville, FL 32218

Coast Guard Sector Jacksonville 4200 Ocean Street Atlantic Beach, FL., 32233

Naval Air Station Jacksonville 10 Yorktown Ave Jacksonville, FL 32212

Camp Blanding Joint Training Center 629 FL-16 W Starke, FL 32091

Florida National Guard Joint Forces Headquarters 82 Marine Street, St Augustine, FL 32084