Mental health app, WhiteFlag, joins 'Day of Gratitude' event to
support mental health for veterans and their families in
Las Vegas on June 8th. Alongside WhiteFlag, the event will be
attended by Merging Vets and Players (MVP), founded by WhiteFlag's
Chief of Veteran Affairs Nate Boyer.
LAS
VEGAS, June 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --
WhiteFlag to Attend 'Voice of the Veteran' Day of Gratitude Event
in Las Vegas
"Events like this are crucial in raising
awareness about the importance of mental health, especially for
those who have served our country." - Kash
Kiefer, Executive Vice President of WhiteFlag
WhiteFlag, the leading free, anonymous, peer-to-peer mental
health app, is proud to announce its participation in the 'Voice of
the Veteran' Day of Gratitude event on Saturday, June 8th, in Las Vegas, Nevada. This significant event,
dedicated to honoring U.S. veterans, Armed Forces members, and
their families, will take place in a city synonymous with grandeur
and community spirit.
WhiteFlag's Executive Vice President, Kash Kiefer, will represent the organization,
spread awareness about the app, and provide valuable mental health
resources to attendees. WhiteFlag is committed to supporting
veterans and their families by offering them a platform to connect
anonymously and receive peer support.
"We are honored to be a part of the Day of Gratitude event,"
said Kash Kiefer, Executive Vice
President of WhiteFlag. "Our mission is to provide a safe space for
individuals to share their struggles and receive support, and we
are eager to extend this support to the veteran community. Events
like this are crucial in raising awareness about the importance of
mental health, especially for those who have served our
country."
Along with attendance from Merging Vets and Players (MVP), a
renowned organization founded by WhiteFlag's Chief of Veteran
Affairs, Nate Boyer, the event will
offer a unique opportunity to connect veterans with resources that
address their mental health needs. MVP brings together combat
veterans and former professional athletes, creating a supportive
community where members can share their experiences and
challenges.
Mental Health in the Veteran Community:
- The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) reports that
nearly one in four active duty members showed signs of a mental
health condition.
- Veterans are 1.5 times more likely to die by suicide than
non-veteran adults. In 2019, the suicide rate among veterans was
52.3% higher than non-veteran adults.
- The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
(SAMHSA) indicates that 30% of active duty and reserve military
personnel deployed in Iraq and
Afghanistan have a mental health
condition requiring treatment.
The Day of Gratitude event promises a day filled with
recognition, gratitude, and support for veterans, active duty
members, and their families. Attendees will have the opportunity to
engage with various organizations dedicated to veterans'
well-being, including WhiteFlag and MVP.
For more information about WhiteFlag and its participation in
the event, please visit www.whiteflagapp.com or follow WhiteFlag on
social media.
About WhiteFlag
WhiteFlag is a free, anonymous, peer-to-peer mental health app
that connects individuals seeking support with those who can
provide it. The app offers a safe and supportive community where
users can share their struggles and receive encouragement and
advice from peers who have faced similar challenges. With a mission
to break the stigma surrounding mental health, WhiteFlag aims to
make mental health support accessible to everyone.
Media Contact:
Kyleigh Leist
Marketing Director
WhiteFlag
Email: kyleigh@whiteflagapp.com
Phone:248-860-9757
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, June 8, 2024
Location: Allegiant Stadium, Las
Vegas, NV
Time: 11:00 PST
For additional details about the 'Voice of the Veteran' Day of
Gratitude event, visit the event website.
Media Contact
Kyleigh Leist, WhiteFlag App, 1
2488609757, kyleigh@whiteflagapp.com ,
www.whiteflagapp.com
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