The Best is Yet to Come
Mental Health and Suicide Prevention support program for Veterans and their families, funded by the SSG Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program through the Department of Veteran Affairs.
We offer connection to care, wellness services, and compassionate support—no judgment, just help.
Get started by taking the mental health survey:
You can answer honestly; this is a judgement-free zone
Serving Veterans in Yuma and Pima County through mental health awareness and suicide prevention initiatives.
IF YOU ARE IN DISTRESS, YOU HAVE IMMEDIATE OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO YOU.
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Call 911
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Call the Veteran Help Line: Dial 988 and then press 1 to be connected to someone immediately
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Text the Veteran Help Line: 838255
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Chat with someone online: VeteranCrisisLine.net/Chat
The Story Behind the Program
Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox was a proud U.S. Army sniper who served with honor and dedication. Like many service members, he returned home carrying invisible wounds—mental health struggles that ultimately led to his tragic death by suicide in 2020 at the age of just 25.
In the wake of this loss, Parker’s family, along with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, transformed their grief into action. Together, they established the SSG Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program, a national initiative that funds local, community-based efforts to prevent veteran suicide before it reaches a crisis point.
At NCHP, we are proud to be part of that mission through our program, "The Best is Yet to Come," which offers veterans and their families compassionate care, connection, and hope.
Ways we can help
We're here for you—offering suicide prevention, peer support, and mental health services in Yuma and Pima counties.
Financial Assistance
Once you are enrolled in our program, we can assist you with transportation to job interviews, cover childcare costs, and help with grocery expenses. At the same time, we connect you to further support and resources from larger organizations.
Resource Connections
Need more than we can offer? We can help with that too! We can connect you to resources and get you the help you need from who you need.
Coordination of Care
Sometimes the most overwhelming part of getting help when you need it is organizing all those appointments. Let us help coordinate doctor's appointments and transportation, ultimately reducing your stress and confusion.
Public Education
FREE webinars & in-person trainings
Did you know there are risks and warning signs of suicide before a person tries to commit it? Want to help prevent suicide in your community? We offer both in-person and webinar style trainings to help you be aware and help those who need it!
How to Get Started
Taking the first step can feel overwhelming—we’re here to make it easier. Whether you're a veteran or a family member, we’ll walk beside you every step of the way.
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Step 1: Take the Mental Health Survey
Start by filling out a brief survey to help us understand your needs. This is the best way for us to determine how we can support you—or connect you to the right resources if we’re not the best fit.
Step 2: Meet with a Case Manager
After submitting your survey, one of our experienced case managers will reach out to talk through your situation and explore available options tailored to you.
Step 3: Get Connected to Care
Together, we’ll build a care plan and connect you with meaningful support—whether that’s peer counseling, mental health services, housing help, or something else. You won’t go through this alone.
Arizona Veteran Suicide at a Glance
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Arizona’s Veteran suicide rate is 51.2 per 100,000—far above the national average of 34.7.
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Veterans in Arizona account for over 20% of suicides, despite being less than 10% of the population.
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Learn more in the 2024 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report
Suicide Prevention in Action
There are more ways than one to work with us! If you know a Veteran (we bet you do), these other resources will help you help them get the help they need.
Download Resource Guide for Veteran Suicide Prevention
Free Trainings
Head to our Public Education page to learn more about training opportunities.
Video Library
Experience FREE online trainings you can take around your own schedule!
Contact Us:
Pima County
Phone: (520) 738-5975
Email: info@nchponline.org
Address:
201 N. Bonita Ave, Ste 135
Tucson, AZ 85745
Yuma County
Phone: (928) 848-6946
Email: info@nchponline.org
Address:
255 W. 24th St, Ste 4,
Yuma, AZ 85364
Carlos Garcia, MBA, MSISE
Program Director: BYTC Program
520-738-5975
Pima County Office
201 N. Bonita Avenue, #135
Tucson, AZ 85745
