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Always Evolving

We are a living, breathing coalition that is always listening, always adapting, always moving forward.
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United in Service

The Coalition thrives when unique voices join forces. Explore how collaboration strengthens care for Arizona’s United service members, veterans, and their families.
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Adam’s Legacy

Bailey McCray shares her late husband Adam’s story to highlight that even clinicians and caregivers need support, and that no one should have to carry ...
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Strengthening Partnerships

Recently, our team had the privilege of attending the 16th Gathering of American Indian Veterans.
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Postvention is Prevention

Those directly impacted by a suicide loss are up to 65% more likely to experience suicidal thoughts or behaviors themselves (Cerel et al., 2018). Compassionate, ...
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The Power of a Referral

A referral might seem like a small thing, but it could be exactly what someone needs at the right moment.
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Strengthen Your Skills to Support

The Be Connected Community Corps Helper Training is a free, self-paced online course focused on the Social Determinants of Health, factors like housing, employment, social ...
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The Be Connected Hive

The Be Connected Hive is a free, members-only online community for those in Arizona supporting service members, veterans, and their families. It offers a space ...
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Honoring Korean War Veterans

To the veterans of the Korean War and their families: you are not forgotten. Your service mattered then, and it matters just as much today. ...
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The Spirit of Service

Carry the spirit of Independence Day past July 4 and commit to creating opportunities for veterans to lead, contribute, and thrive. Among our greatest strengths ...
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Battle of Osan: Vigilance and Valor

On July 5, 1950, a small group of U.S. soldiers from the 24th Infantry Division, took up defensive positions near Osan, South Korea, to try ...
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Hire a Veteran Day

National Hire a Veteran Day is a reminder of what’s possible when we recognize the value of military experience and open doors to meaningful careers ...
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D-Day: The Meaning of Courage

June 6, 1944: 150,000 Allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy, France, to begin the liberation of Western Europe from Nazi control.
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Proving What’s Possible

What Arizona has accomplished with the SSG Fox SPGP is more than a success story. Every number represents a life impacted. Each of those lives ...
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PTSD Awareness Month

This PTSD Awareness Month, we are highlighting the importance of connection before a crisis.
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Battle of Midway

The Battle of Midway, which began on June 4, 1942, stands tall among pivotal moments in American military history.
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A Moment That Mattered

Recognized in Congress 11 years ago, ACMF’s innovative model is now shaping how communities across the nation support service members, veterans, and families—discover how it ...
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How Arizona Answered the Call for Postvention Support

Discover how Arizona created a statewide postvention guide to support those impacted by the suicide loss of a service member or veteran.
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15 Years of Progress, Purpose & Partnership

Get insights and highlights from the 15th Annual Statewide Symposium!
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Spouses Lead the Conversation

We want to hear directly from these spouses to better understand their strengths, their challenges, and their perspectives, so we recently launched a series of ...
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From Roadmap to Blueprint

PREVENTS gave us a roadmap. Arizona built the road. And now, we offer it as a blueprint for other states to follow.
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Virtual Training: Welcome to Be Connected

Join us for this live online training to learn about the Be Connected ecosystem of support for service members, veterans and their families and how ...
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Be an Open Door to Support

Help connect Arizona service members, veterans, and families to support. Join the Be Connected Community Corps through virtual or in-person training and learn how to ...
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In Person Training: Military/Veteran Helper

Support Arizona’s military and veteran community by joining the Be Connected Community Corps. Attend a no-cost training to gain tools, connect with resources, and make ...
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Visible Change

Ryan Larkin was a Navy SEAL who survived combat but lost his life to invisible wounds. His story, shared by his father Frank on 60 ...
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Recycled Ride

Read how three generations of a Tucson family are benefitting from a recycled rides program.
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Veterans Treatment Court

VTCs offer a second chance to those who have served our country and now find themselves involved in the justice system.
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1000 Referrals

Each referral represents a veteran receiving vital support to tackle issues including social isolation, housing instability, and health challenges.
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Support During Uncertain Times

Service members, veterans and their families are encouraged to call 866-4AZ-VETS (866-429-8387) to speak with our dedicated team.
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We Asked Tara Bingdazzo

Tara believes that true support for veterans is an ongoing effort that requires partners to stay engaged beyond the initial conversation.
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Car Awarded to Gold Star Family

Read a heartwarming story of how the Arizona Coalition for Military Families and the Be Connected program helped a Gold Star Family overcome a challenge.
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Maricopa County StandDown & Legal Assistance for Veterans

Ahead of the Maricopa County Veteran StandDown, veterans in the Maricopa County area can access free legal assistance from February 3 to March 7, 2025. ...
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We Asked Lori Highberger

Lori’s vision for the military community addresses two critical challenges veterans face: social isolation post-service and untreated mental health issues.
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Gallego Advocates for Arizona Veterans

Senator Ruben Gallego advocates for Arizona veterans.
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Ciscomani Leads Bi-Partisan Effort

Congressman Juan Ciscomani led a bipartisan effort to advocate for Be Connected, citing the program’s vital role in preventing suicide among veterans while demonstrating how ...
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We Asked John Scott

John’s vision addresses an emerging challenge in our digital age: the erosion of interpersonal connection.
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We Asked Steve Sample

Steve envisions a solution where all veterans have a more comprehensive knowledge of the services available to them.
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We Asked Amanda French

Amanda French is driven by the mission to connect veterans with the support they deserve. Her work highlights the challenges many veterans face in simply ...
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We Asked Wanda Wright

Wanda Wright, Arizona veteran and champion for all veterans, shares her vision for ways we can support women veterans.
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ASU Certificate in Veteran Employment

ACMF worked with Arizona State University’s W.P. Carey School of Business to create the Certificate in Veteran Employment and Development. This program, the first of ...
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