Suicide is a public health concern among National Guard members. Although crisis lines (including the Military & Veterans Crisis Line and the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline) are widely available, many service members do not know how to use them or what to expect when they call. This study tested a brief, group-based intervention called Crisis Line Facilitation (CLF) to increase awareness, confidence, and willingness to use crisis line services among Michigan Army National Guard (MIARNG) soldiers.
By testing and refining Crisis Line Facilitation in diverse units, we developed a ready-to-use implementation toolkit, including:
- Participant Workbook (revised for private engagement and future reference)
- Comprehensive Facilitator Manual (step-by-step group guidance)
- Training Outlines (in-person or train-the-trainer formats)
- Fidelity and Process Tools
- Implementation Guidance aligned with military settings
The materials are designed to function as stand-alone resources that can be distributed widely.