New Transition Program to Reduce Veteran Suicide and Improve Healthcare Access.
This Act mandates a five-year pilot program between the DoD and VA to enhance the pre-separation process for service members. The goal is to reduce veteran suicide rates by providing mandatory educational modules and one-on-one counseling focused on transition risks, mental health issues, and immediate access to VA healthcare services. Service members transitioning to civilian life will receive coordinated mental and physical health support crucial for their post-service stability.
Key points
Mandatory individual meetings with a VA social worker before discharge to assess healthcare needs and facilitate enrollment in the Veterans Health Administration system.
Introduction of an educational module covering critical post-service risks, including loss of community, identity crisis, homelessness, addiction, and safe firearm storage for suicide prevention.
Guaranteed initial VA healthcare appointment within 90 days of separation for eligible service members, ensuring continuity of care.
Participants must submit their military medical records to the Department of Veterans Affairs, regardless of whether they plan to file a claim for benefits.
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