Capt. Tate Metlen, commanding officer of the Naval Construction Battalion Center (NCBC) Gulfport, signed a suicide prevention proclamation at the Fleet and Family Support Center, Sept. 8, 2026.
The U.S. Navy officially observes suicide prevention month throughout September, which serves as a launchpad for year-round conversations and campaigns to promote psychological health and connectedness. The suicide prevention program focuses on the year-round culture of suicide prevention with the goal of building a continuous supportive environment beyond a 30-day effort. The program also promotes the 1 small ACT campaign by encouraging early intervention, recognizing warning signs, practicing self-care, and ensuring lethal means safety.
Sailors and families are encouraged to lean on command leadership, chaplains, counselors, and the Fleet and Family Support Center early before a challenge becomes a crisis.
Available 24/7 Crisis Resources
If you or a loved one needs immediate support, help is available around the clock:
National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 (press 1 for veterans/military).
Military Crisis Line / Veterans Crisis Line: Visit the Veterans Crisis Line for confidential online chat and text options (text 838255).
Vet Centers: Call 877-927-8387 or visit Vet Center.
Navy DONCEAP (Civilian Employee Assistance Program): Call 844-DONCEAP.
| Date Taken: | 09.08.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 09.11.2026 14:23 |
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