Having someone to talk to can help military personnel, veterans, and their loved ones through difficult times.
In September, Varto Zhyty helpline continued to offer professional psychological support. 38% of counselling sessions were with people reaching out to the helpline for the first time.
Who reached out:
58% men
42% women
Those seeking support included:
55% military personnel
40% family members, friends, and colleagues of military personnel
3% veterans
2% civilians facing crisis situations
September in numbers:
26 minutes — average counselling session
19 sessions — the busiest day
1 hour 31 minutes — the longest counselling session
Behind these numbers are people who need space to speak openly, feel heard, and work through difficult moments with professional support.
