AMVETS ONE bus brings suicide prevention message to Indio
Shay Lawson
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The AMVETS ONE suicide-prevention bus rolled into Indio on Sunday.
The event drawing veterans, families and community members to American Legion Post 739 for a program aimed at reducing veteran suicides — highlighting the urgent need for mental-health support and continued outreach.
According to AMVETS, an estimated 17.6 veterans die by suicide every day nationwide — a number the organization hopes to drive down through its traveling education and resource program.
Speakers shared information on warning signs, available resources and ways the public can support veterans in crisis.
AMVETS Post 66 presented a $500 donation to support the AMVETS ONE program.
The event was free and open to the public, attracting local leaders, service members and advocates.