Table 2.

HBPC Mental Health Provider Needs Assessment Responses (n = 56)

Challenges to addressing suicide prevention	Veterans refusing MH services	86.0%
	MH needs too great	76.0%
	Low community psychiatric hospitals or beds	60.0%
Suicide prevention education needs	End of life/Death with dignity	65.0%
	Late-life depression	59.0%
	Working with families/caregivers to reduce risk	58.0%
Collaboration with local VA Suicide Prevention Coordinators	Yes	82.0%

Note. % refers to participant endorsement of challenges and needs