VETERANS SUICIDE HOTLINE: 1-800-273-8255 (press 1)
Latest News
2019 Appalachian Trail Endeavor: Two Weeks ago we launched Paul and Tim on their quest to complete their through hikes of the AT. Both are doing great and showing us just how two motivated "Re-abled" warriors can reclaim their lives!
The Tennessee Chapter:
TN has been Launched and underway! Things are really starting to come together for our official second chapter down in Chattanooga. SEE SCHED BELOW Follow their FB Page at: www.facebook.com/summitforsoldiers.tn For more information contact Scott at Scott@summitforsoldiers.org UPCOMING monthly outings2019 Update and Schedule
TENN: "4 Hikes, 4 Weeks, 4 SFS " Local Chattanooga hiking series. https://www.facebook.com/summitforsoldiers.tn/ (for more info contact: scott@summitforsoldiers.org) OHIO: 8-12 NOV: (Veterans Day Weekend) DC Visit Trip Attendees Click HERE **Note: Aug: Drummond Island Retreat CANCELLED** for more details/info or to RSVP for a trip, please email: mike@summitforsoldiers.org Join our Effort and missionSTART YOUR QUEST and become a 750 SfS Team Member:
If you can't join us for one of our official high-point outings, then just Download a copy of our flag below and head out to your State High-point. There is one stipulation... you have to take a Service-Member/Veteran or one of their Family-Members along with you. Make it a Group! This mission and message is about solidarity and standing together when it comes to preventing Veteran Suicides (or all Suicides for that matter), and renewing our lives through the therapy of the outdoors!
Make sure to include your mailing address in the email so we can send you one of the Official 750 Team Patches Below! “7-summits, 50-states, 8000 reasons, 1-Mission!”
LATEST NEWS and OUTINGS!
2019 SfS Southern Tour:
BASECAMP (NEW)
Our Newest Program launched in the Columbus, OH area. It is called "BASECAMP" which is a place where spouses, families, and friends of veterans can come together for camaraderie and support, to just relax and hang out, or to learn more about the common struggles and difficulties they face. 2018 meet-ups coming soon. For more Details/Info: basecamp@summitforsoldiers.org |
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Why This Mission is so Important
- 1 of 8 Returning Service Members have symptoms of PTS Many more unreported!
- Active Duty Suicides exceed KIA.
- Over 8000 Veteran Suicides a Year!
- A Veteran commits Suicide Every 60-80 mins!
- STIGMA Kills, so lets "Kill" the STIGMA!
VETERANS CRISIS HOTLINE: 1-800-273-8255 (press 1) 24/7, confidential, tailored for veterans. http://www.veteranscrisisline.net/
CONTACT US: info@summitforsoldiers.org
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the 750 challenge
MT EVEREST, 19 May 2016: 8000 meters for 8000 Veterans.
The SfS Bid to reach the top of the 7-Summits and each of the 50-State High-points.
8000veterans.org
Visit our "Silently Fallen" wall to Honor and Remember some of the Warriors that we have lost to the Silent Wounds of War
Click the Image to visit the Wall.
VETERANSWe exist for you. Our Veterans Mountaineering Club was started to serve our veterans and family members. Come join the camaraderie and adventure, it's also a place where folks can just get away and hang out or give each other a hand if we need it. We don't promise answers, but we do promise to walk beside you through it all.
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FUTURE LEADERSROTC, Recruits, OCS, you are the "Tip of the Spear" of our effort to change the mindset of our future veterans when it comes to the Stigma, early detection/treatment of PTS/mTBI. We have the simple DOD tools you need... if you choose to except the challenge.
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COMMUNITYWe can not do anything without the support of our local community. Please come get involved and let us help you, help us to reach out to the many veterans in need. Contact us to find out how to get involved in your neighborhood.
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