VA S.A.V.E.

The S.A.V.E. model (Signs of suicide, Asking about suicide, Validating feelings, Encouraging help, and Expediting treatment) is a one- to two-hour gatekeeper training program provided by VA Suicide Prevention Coordinators to Veterans and those who serve Veterans. VA S.A.V.E. training will help you act with care and compassion if you encounter a Veteran who is in crisis or experiencing suicidal thoughts. It is important that caregivers have the tools they need to intervene. S.A.V.E. provides simple steps that anyone can take when talking with Veterans at risk for suicide. VA SAVE Training (pdf)

CSP VA S.A.V.E Training for Caregivers Fact Sheet

The VA S.A.V.E. Training for Caregivers teaches essential steps in suicide prevention:  Signs, Ask, Validate, and Encourage/Expedite.  This training offers practical techniques and resources to assist Veterans experiencing thoughts of suicide.  Available both in-person and virtually, caregivers can take the course online at VA S.A.V.E. Training or contact their local Suicide Prevention Coordinator to schedule in-person training.  Find local resources at https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/find-resources/local-resources/.