Program assists with families grieving after loss of military family member

The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, or TAPS, was created in 1994 to provide support for those dealing with a death in the military.

The Department of Veterans Affairs reports about 20 veterans die by suicide every day.

TAPS has created a program specific to those grieving the suicide loss of a military member, in a community that often as a culture of discouraging reaching out for help.

To learn more about the program, visit the TAPS website.

You can also call 24/7 800-959-TAPS (8277).