INJOINEffective suicide prevention takes acombination of people, effort and imagination.TOGETHER we can achieve far-reachingstatewide improvements in policy, practice, andimplementation.Join us, Join IN.INDIANAGOVERNOR'S CHALLENGE
INJOINContentsINDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGE“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, gotogether.” – African ProverbU.S. Department of Veterans Affairs/Substance Abuse andMental Health Services Administration Governor's ChallengeOur Vision & MissionThe Indiana ApproachIndiana Team: Key PartnersIndiana Leadership TeamIndiana Leadership Team: Roles & GoalsPrioritizing Coalition ImplementationIGC Implementation Rollout SummaryCoalition Implementation RolloutThe Indiana ApproachIGC Priority Group SummaryPriority One - Ask the Question Priority One - The IGC SMS JourneyPriority Two - Curating ConnectionPriority Three - Lethal Means Storage, Safety & TrainingCommunity ChoiceStrategic PlanningImplementationIDVA Nonprofit Partner FundingProgram Measurement Acronym Index123456789 1011121314151617171819
INJOIN1The ChallengeThrough its Governor's and Mayor's Challenges, SAMHSA and the U.S. Department ofVeterans Affairs support the implementation of a public health approach for theprevention of suicide among service members, veterans, and their families. These effortshelp states and communities develop the capacity to implement interagencymilitary/civilian action plans grounded in evidence-based suicide prevention practices.Governor’s Challenge to Prevent Suicide AmongService Members, Veterans and their Families (SMVF)PartnershipSAMHSA has partnered with the U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to bring theGovernor’s and Mayor’s Challenges to Prevent Suicide Among SMVF to states, territories,and communities across the nation. Fifty-two states and territories are currently takingpart in the challenge and are working to develop and implement state-wide suicideprevention best practices for SMVF, using a public health approach. SAMHSA’s SMVF TACenter is providing technical assistance for these initiatives.Challenge ObjectivesEngage with Indiana communities and state stakeholders to create, enhance, and alignsuicide prevention efforts.Understand the issues surrounding suicide prevention for SMVF-CG.Increase knowledge about implementing best policies and best practices by facilitatingcommunity-to-community sharing.Introduce evidence-based practices of prevention, intervention, and post-vention toincrease awareness and action at the community level.Define and measure success, including assignments, deadlines, and measurableoutcomes to be reported.INDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGE
INJOINThe Vision:To Inspire, Empower and Invest in Indiana's community efforts toprevent suicide. The Mission:Provide knowledge, choice and support for community coalitions,agencies, and organizations to identify service members, veterans,family members, and caregivers. Foster connection for all communitiesand provide education, services and resources.The Logo:Our logo is an invitation to JOIN INdiana's efforts to eliminatesuicide among service members, veterans and their family members.2Our Vision & MissionINDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGEThe creation of a new logo represents all ofthe partners and contributors of our missionwith a unified symbol. No one organization oragency is represented by a logo or name. The bars encompass our state and flowbeyond the borders, representing the bondof partnership among all the state andterritory GC teams.INJOINThe three horizontal bars represent thethree priority areas of the Governor'sChallenge and are washed in the statecolors of Indiana.
The Indiana ApproachINJOIN3INDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGEThe Indiana plan is based on partnership and participation across Indiana’s strongcommunities. The plan empowers community-led coalitions and Indiana’s thriving nonprofitorganizations to stand side by side with state agency partners to help prevent suicide amongIndiana’s service members, veterans, families, and caregivers (SMVF-CG). Indiana Community ApproachIndiana’s communities are as diverse as the state’s landscape. From forests to farmland tourban centers, these unique communities understand that locally envisioned, locally-led, andfiscally supported initiatives live longer and prosper. Community coalitions and nonprofitorganizations of all sizes drive change. This plan fuels these drivers. The Indiana Departmentof Veterans Affairs (IDVA) and our state partners embrace a tradition of collaboration withlocal governments and community organizations. The Indiana plan is built upon thisfoundation with an approach rooted in community-driven activities, local knowledge, andbeliefs. We are focused on empowering community coalitions to drive the Indiana Governor’sChallenge (IGC) initiatives based on choice, data, resources, and funding. Funding ApproachThe Indiana plan provides both planning and implementation grant opportunities forcommunity coalitions. This process offers the community the introduction to many ofIndiana’s nonprofit organizations as resources and brings community-led coalition efforts tothe nonprofits. Coalitions have the opportunity to consider nonprofits while planning andmay utilize their expertise as resources for implementation. The plan will provide grantopportunities to Indiana nonprofit organizations for community programs addressing thepriorities of the Indiana Governor’s Challenge. These nonprofits will participate in communitycoalition activities, further connecting them to communities while presenting greatercommunity choice and reach.IDVA has established experience providing grants that help change veterans' lives. Thesuccesses of the IDVA grants program have directly impacted the Indiana veteran communityand empowered nonprofits to adapt and reach previously unreachable veteran populations.This experience and success make the IDVA grants team prepared to implement this grantprogram. Organized ApproachThe combining of programs, resources, and data from the coalitions and their nonprofitpartners directly benefits their common audience, SMVF-CG. The Indiana Governor’sChallenge team will be the central hub for community coalition grant activities, programorganization, data management, data analysis, and coordination through all involved parties.The Indiana team, through process management and program funding, can help providefunding and training to access the necessary tools, techniques, and technologies essential foradvancing the community coalition’s plans and vision.
STATE-FEDERAL-COUNTY-COMMUNITYINJOINIndiana Team: Key Partners4INDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGE
in.gov/dvaIndiana Leadership TeamIndiana Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA)Dennis Wimer, IDVA DirectorJoseph DeVito, IDVA Outreach DirectorBryan Schmidt, IDVA Health & Wellness DirectorLaura McKee, IDVA Women Veteran CoordinatorBrad Harper, Governor's Challenge Suicide Prevention DirectorLesley Evans, Governor's Challenge Program AdministratorUnited States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)Cailen Haggard, VA VISN 10 Community Engagement Partnership CEPCs Serving the Indiana Veteran CommunityJonathan "Kelly" Marcum, VISN 9Maureen Lindsey, VISN 10La Wanda Girton, VISN 10Danielle Washington, VISN 10Angie Whereatt, VISN 10VA Health Care Outreach TeamIndiana VA Regional Office Outreach TeamIndiana Family & Social Services Administration (FSSA)Michelle Bulington, State Suicide Prevention DirectorObadiah Smith, Governor's Challenge Intervention DirectorIndiana Department of Health (IDOH)Brian Busching, IDOH DirectorMorgan Sprecher, Indiana Violent Death Reporting System EpidemiologistCarlye Gibson, Governor's Challenge Post-vention DirectorMilitary Family Research Institute (MFRI)Kathy Broniarczyk, Senior Director of Outreach and OperationsKatie Walter, Community Outreach SpecialistINJOIN5INDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGEIndiana National Guard (INNG)Christa Sutton, Director, Integrated Primary Prevention WorkforceSylvia Maixner, Deputy Director, Integrated Primary Prevention Workforce Sheena Linville, Prevention SpecialistAshley Tuiletufuga, Director of Patient AdministrationJason Scott, VISN 10TBD, VISN 12Amber Clark, VISN 12Margot Cepeda, VISN 15Coordinator Program Manager
Educate the coalitions:Assist on IGC rollout teamDesign a training model for theirorganization/agencyServices and resources providedDesign and bring public training from yourorganization to coalitionsProvide training on prevention,intervention and post-ventionProvide Key Data:Design a standardized process to providekey community data for the MFRIIndiana Leadership Team: Roles & GoalsINJOIN6Each IGC Coalition Rollout team member will implement:Dept. of Veterans Affairs Community Engagement Partnership Coordinator (CEPC) Identify community coalitions based on:Established membership with solid leadership and a fiduciary process.Key data points specific to the communityEngage coalition with IGC participation opportunities.Utilize standard coalition presentation.CEPC Initiates the process and joins the IGC Coalition Rollout TeamTrain the agency/organization:Design a detailed introduction of theIndiana Governor's Challenge specific totheir agency/organizationHow and where do they participate?Integrate QR-Short Message Service (SMS)Prepare and implement ongoing trainingfor your organizationCreate agency staff and customerprocesses for utilization of the IDVAveteran status confirmation tool (Vet-Confirm)INDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGEIGC Coalition Rollout TeamFacilitates Community Coalition Implementation Rollout tailored for the specific coalition.Data AnalysisCommunity Risk AssessmentIndex (CRI)Maintain CRIIdentify TrendsProgram MonitoringIGC Postvention DirectorIGC Rollout team assistLOSS teamSuicide Mortality ReviewMentor coalitions Post-vention Systems/ProcessIGC Intervention DirectorIGC Rollout team assistFSSA Benefits/ResourcesMentor coalitionIntervention Systems/ProcessAsk the Question (ATQ) CoordinatorMentor coalitions on ATQ programATQ ExpansionCommunity Resource CollectionIGC Prevention DirectorIGC Rollout team assistIDVA Benefits/ResourcesMentor coalitions Prevention Systems/Processin.gov/dvaIGC Program AdministratorCoordinateCoalition dataCoalition and IGC commsData partner process/commsin.gov/dva
Community-focused Risk Assessment Index (CRI)Utilizes 10 key data points to create a community risk index scoreSurvivors of SuicideOverdose IncidentsPoor Mental Health DaysSocial AssociationsMental Health Provider ShortageNo PII or PHI is contained in the data submitted.Prioritizing IGC Coalition Rollout County data for past (2) yearsVeteran suicideCivilian suicideActive INNG county dataSoldier population and dependentsSoldier and Family Readiness locationsInstallation/armory locationsINNG Family Relief Fund DataCommunity DataMilitary InstallationsRural Urban Continuum ScoreVA FacilitiesPopulationCurrent county veteran dataPopulation/densityAgeVA Compensation & Pension dataIncome rangesCommunity Dashboard Data SetINJOIN7Unique veteran community dataAmerican Indian and Alaska Native VeteransAsian Americans, Native Hawaiians, andPacific Islanders VeteransBlack VeteransHispanic and Latino VeteransLGBTQ+ VeteransAging VeteransRural VeteransAgricultural VeteransWomen VeteransINDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGEVeteran overdoseCivilian overdose Coalition Rollout preparationUtilize CRI scoring calculation and MFRI Community Dashboard data setProvides data-driven analytics for the community coalition rollout team preparationReview the CEPC Coalition Status ChecklistProvides key insight to the community coalitionThe IGC rollout team determines the coalition rollout procedureAccelerated implementationSchedule for standard coalition implementation rolloutPartnership with existing coalitionsInvitation for future coalition implementation academyRural/Digital Divide Long-Term Care CapacityFirearm Sales LocationsEducational AttainmentPoverty Rate
INJOIN8IGC Implementation Rollout Summary INDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGEThe Coalition Implementation RolloutRollout meeting location determined by the coalitionFacilitated by the IGC Coalition Rollout TeamEstablish the coalition's fiscal agentDetermine the need and assist in creating or partnering with a nonprofit organizationThe Rollout can provide multiple sessions, including:The Indiana approachIGC priority group definitions and specificsSuicide prevention, intervention, and postventionCommunity direction choiceStrategic planning discussionFunding discussionMeasuring successEach coalition will have sessions tailored to its current progressAccelerated Coalition RolloutAbbreviated sessionsImplementation focusImplementation of grant application prioritizedStandard Coalition RolloutDetailed sessionsStrategic planning focusPlanning grant prioritizationBegin planning grant applicationPartnership with the existing neighboring coalition that has:Completed an IGC rolloutCurrently in the implementation phaseShare geographic opportunitiesUtilizes similar partner resourcesPreparation for future coalition implementation rolloutAbbreviated sessionsCoalition process focusEstablishing/partnering with nonprofitsIdentify formal leadershipIntroduce fiduciary agent necessity
INtroduceINspireINterpretINvestPOSITIVE CHANGEINJOIN9INDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGEDefine the Indiana conceptOur need to address suicide prevention among SMVF-CGWhat is being offeredWe INtroduce the concept as a supportive partnerWe INspire participation with choiceWe help INterpret their possibilitiesWe back them up with tangible INvestmentWe INvite them to JOIN INCoalition Implementation RolloutThe Indiana ApproachThe Challenge Prioritiesand the Indiana Approach Partnership basedTeamwork approachFunding supportedFully customizableData & Process Driven brings:Community Risk IndexCommunity Dashboard DataFormat and guidanceProcess AssessmentTargeted and measurable actionFlexibility to adapt to community needsTools for SuccessGrants, Funding, and ResourcesPlan/implementTrack progressMeasure successStakeholder engagement toolsChoice Creates Buy-INProcess of informed choiceAllows coalitions to choose andlead in their communityAllows individual approach of theGovernor's Challenge priorities
ASKQUESTIONTHEPRIORITY GROUP ONE - Identifying SMVF-CGThe first phase is to identify Indiana's SMVF-CG. IDVA is implementing a ShortMessage Service (SMS) to help identify and capture key data. We offer eachcoalition the opportunity to acquire an SMS short code to allow the trackingof attendance at events, establish memberships in connection groups, andcommunicate vital information. The system will provide real-time dataallowing for measurable activities and nimble adjustments. Coalitions willhave the ability to share SMS trends and comms with IDVA's SMS and veteranstatus confirmation tool. Coalitions and partner organizations will have opportunities to dive deeperinto the Ask the Question program and military culture training. INJOIN10INDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGEIGC Priority Group SummaryPRIORITY GROUP TWO - Creating ConnectionSMVF-CG needs to connect, which can come in many ways and from manyopportunities. The aim is to provide data, resources, and a collaborativeplatform that allows for a specific direction determined by the coalition. Ourcommunity partners know their communities, know their abilities and knowtheir needs. The IGC plan is designed to provide guidance and support toassist in their choices. The Indiana team provides detailed options, effectiveresources and the financial and operational support to achieve success. PRIORITY GROUP THREE - Lethal Means Storage, Safety, Planning& Training Safe and responsible firearm usage and storage are imperative. Communityeducation is best provided by members of that community. The goal is toprovide SMVF-CG with safe storage options and safety planning, based onquality, community-led education. Coalitions can be advocates to bring twokey community partners together: the local mental health community and thelocal gun community. These partners are critical in being part of creating alocal and unified message. The coalitions can utilize the IGC resources toenable the dissemination of their messages and how it best works for them.Coalition Implementation Rollout
INDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGEPriority One - Ask the Question 11Ask the QuestionAs the SMS system develops partner organizations, IDVA offers them anopportunity for a deeper dive into military culture training.IDVA Short Message System (SMS)The IDVA is engages with the Indiana Veteran Community (IVC) with textmessage communications via SMS. This system allows for identifying the IVCand direct 2-way communications. Text messages generate data,communication, and connection. Senders become integrated into all IDVAsystems and all subsequent scans are logged, creating real-time measurabledata. Integrated into all IDVA systems and all subsequent scans are logged,creating real-time measurable data. Text messaging provides theopportunity for surveys and wellness assessments, direct response textjourneys, and links to services and VA wellness apps.YES: Scan & SendDid you serve inthe U.S. military?Family member whoserved?Are you still serving?In the National Guard?OR text “IDVA”to 79-848The introductory IDVA SMS text journey is depicted on page 12.Coalition Implementation RolloutINJOINCoalitions Identifying their SMVF-CG CommunityIdentifying, communicating with, and gathering feedback from SMVF-CG is essential to effectivesuicide prevention. Coalitions can combine their knowledge of the local community with IGCimplementation funds to develop a strategic communications campaign. Coalitions will beencouraged to explore effective tools such as SMS text communications.SMS Short Code application:The text message sent generates data, communication, and connectionThe sender becomes integrated into the coalition communication systemEffectively data collection and measuring:Events - Connection groups - training & education attendance and participationTotal number of scans for each QR CodeTotal number of partner locationsPriority 2 and Priority 3 event and group attendance recordedGroup survey, communication, and response recordedSMS “Point of Contact” InteractionCommunity buildingsCity/county governmentPublic access properties/servicesBreak roomsLibrariesEventsFinancial institutionsRetail establishmentsLocal Schools/Universities
12INDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGEPriority One - The IDVA SMS Journey Coalition Implementation RolloutDid you serve:Active Duty1.Reserves2.National Guard3.What Branch of service:Army1.Marines2.Navy3.Air Force4.Coast Guard5.Space Force6.Army National Guard1.Air National Guard2.What is yourrelationship to theveteran/servicemember? (fillable)Are you serving:Active Duty1.Reserves2.National Guard3. What Branch of service:Army1.Marines2.Navy3.Air Force4.Coast Guard5.Space Force6.SFRS & CVSO Info:Address - Email - Phone Do you work in theveterans home?(fillable)&CVSO & SFRS Info:Address - Email - Phone Would you like info aboutanother location?What county (Fillable)Contact your localexpert today!Have a wonderful Day!1 Week Follow up:Did you get in contact withyour local resources?Response:Response:Response:Response:Please select the correspondingnumber that best describes you.Veteran of the Armed Services1.Serving in the Armed Services2.A family member3.A caregiver4.Both a family member & caregiver5.WELCOME!INJOINDid you serve in the U.S. military?In the National Guard?Family member who served?OR text “-----” to 79-848IF YES: SCAN HERE & SENDAre you still serving?in.gov/dvaYou have a local County Veteran Service Officer(CVSO) and a local Soldier & Family ReadinessCenter (SFRS) to assist with Veteran & DependantBenefits, Services, and Resources.To help match you with your CVSO and your SFRC,tell us in which county do you live? (Fillable)You have a local Soldier & Family Readiness Center(SFRS) and a County Veteran Service Officer (CVSO)ready to assist with Benefits, Services, andResources.To help match you with these resources, in whichcounty do you live? (Fillable)
Connection - Discuss key ways to foster SMVF connectednessThe IGC team and coalition can identify which/how many can be effectiveWork with the coalition to identify existing groups, events, programs, venues, and resourcesCollaborate on new programs, events and ideas to create connectionCommunity to SMVF-CG ConnectionCelebrate veterans at existing community eventsIdentify programming/events in the communityInvite veteran leaders to committees and boardsCounseling and group programming Veteran Friendly Business Network (VFBN) SMVF-CG to Community ConnectionLocal veteran community and organizations invitation to the publicSponsor and create programming or events specific to the communityVeteran connection groups volunteer for community projectsCommunity education initiativesDSO/CVSO community outreach eventsPeer to Peer (SMVF-CG)Identify and foster existing vet-to-vet meetings/hang-outs Create new vet-to-vet meetings/hang-outsTypes of connections for your SMVF-CG communitySocialSurvivor postvention support groups and training (LOSS/Elizabeth Dole)Self 2 Self Messaging Campaign and ProgrammingMental health wellness is fitnessExercise = strength, peace and well beingPhysically and mentallyArt/creative/writingService-basedMilitary Culture - IGC Rollout Team AssessmentDiscuss comfort/knowledge level with the coalitionOffer training through VA, MFRI, and IGC partners to any/all in the communityCaring Contact program initiatives13Recreational TherapeuticINDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGEPriority Two - Curating Connection Coalition Implementation RolloutINJOIN
Collaborate, Create and EducateKey Community Partners: local mental health and gun communitiesMeet, discuss, learn from each otherIdentify common groundCreate a unified messageCustomized coordinated programs/trainings (ex. military culture)Data sharingSafe Storage - Barrier Between Impulse and ActionEducate, train and provide resources and programsStorage for SMVF-CG at homeIdentify community safe storage optionsExplore all existing community storage locationsCreate opportunities for new community storage locationsTreat all guns as if they are loaded.Keep the gun pointed in the safest possible direction.Keep your finger off the trigger.Know your target, its surroundings and beyond.Know how to properly operate your gun.Training Led by Key Community Partners Creative and curated event-based educationHandling/shooting/storage/lockingMental health fitnessSafety planningIntervention and prevention trainingSurvivor and loss training Safety and KnowledgeUnited messaging is trustworthyData-drivenTailored programming and events curated by the community for the community14Community Events Create OpportunityEducation and training at eventsEvents specific to messagingEvents specific to the community Unified messagingSafe Storage distributionINDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGEPriority Three - Lethal Means Storage, Safety & TrainingMilitary Culture - Governor's Challenge Rollout Team AssessmentDiscuss comfort/knowledge level with coalitionOffer training through VA, MFRI and IGC partners to any/all in the communityCoalition Implementation RolloutINJOIN
ASKQUESTIONTHEThe community coalition chooses which priorities to focus on. This choice is best made by thecoalition. The IGC team helps provide data and information to assist the coalition in making thechoice.Coalition ChoicePriority focus determined by dataCurrent resourcesPriority focused data pointsIntimate community knowledgeTools to Use IGC Rollout Team provides:Community Dashboard - community data pointsCommunity Risk Assessment Index (CRI) IDVA nonprofit partner resources IGC resources and partnersInsight from coalitionDirection is the choice of the coalitionTools and data are vital for strategic planningCoalition can customize community action plan for long-term successINJOIN15INDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGECommunity ChoiceCoalition Implementation Rollout
Strategic Planning - A full-scale community planThe IGC Rollout leaves the coalition to begin strategic planningThis strategic planning opportunity for a big-picture plan to address their identifiedcommunity goalsCoalitions are encouraged to utilize a strategic planning consultantA strategic planning consultant can ensure that ideas and goals are reflected in the strategicplanA strategic planner can assist the coalition with:TimeStructureLong-term mappingFunding procurementOrganizing meetings, notes, plans, and processCreating timelinesSpecific and measurable goalsStandard data collection methodsStandard measurability processProjected costingProcess flowExpenditure and data reporting processPreparation based on reporting and measurablesCoalition member's time is precious, strategic planning consultants can expedite planningThe IGC will work with the coalition’s strategic planning consultantUnderstand the IGC Implementation Grant processProvide Indiana nonprofit resources and services for coalition to utilize for the planIGC Investment - Community Coalition Planning GrantsProvides funding for the coalition’s strategic planning sessionsFunding is available for:Compensation for a strategic planning consultant Materials, physical space, and other costs associated with plan developmentINJOIN16INDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGECoalition: Strategic Planning“Our goals can only be reached through a vehicle of a plan, in which we must fervently believe, andupon which we must vigorously act. There is no other route to success.” – Pablo Picasso
Community Coalition Implementation GrantsThe full-scale community plan will require funding for resources and programsPortions of the plan may fit the IGC Implementation Grant programmatic guidelinesThe IGC Implementation Grant can be a pivotal funding source to assist coalitions launchprograms and initiatives focused on the IGC prioritiesGovernor's Challenge Event Sponsorship Program (GC-ESP)Provides coalition partners with rapid event sponsorship funding for SMVF-CG programmingSupport community events addressing Priority Groups 1, 2, or 3.Provides flexibility to introduce or enhance unanticipated programmingOffers direct event fundingThe IDVA grant solicitations are open to non-profit organizations registered with the Indiana Secretary of State. Allapplications, procedures, and documentation should follow Indiana Code, Indiana Administrative Code and IndianaDepartment of Veterans Affairs policies.17Resources and Programs at the ReadyIndiana NonprofitsCoalitions can utilize implementation grant funds for existing nonprofit programming Coalitions can utilize Indiana nonprofits addressing priority 1, 2, and 3 initiatives withImplementation Grant fundingNonprofits can be introduced to coalitions during the planning grant processOperating costs for nonprofit programs and services can be requested with IGCimplementation grant fundsINDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGECoalition: ImplementationINJOINA Foundation to Build UponThe objective of the implementation Grant is to provide the community with a solidfoundation of support from the IGCThe coalition applications are solicited for programs and funding that can grow to exist ontheir ownThe funding is to provide a seed for a community’s vision and ensure the start of their long-term visionIndiana Nonprofit Priority Group GrantsGrant solicitation and process to Indiana nonprofits addressing priority 1, 2, & 3 initiativesIDVA Nonprofit Partner Funding
ASKQUESTIONTHEINJOIN18INJOININDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGEProgram MeasurementData Collection and Program AnalysisIDVA will evaluate activities, data, and outcomes of the IGC. Developing aprocess to evaluate the activities funded by the planning and implementationgrant and measure the effectiveness of the IGC programmatic activities andinitiatives. This evaluation will include both process and outcome evaluation metricsthat show the success of the IGC program, coalition implementations, andthe impact of local and state-wide programs. The IGC will work with coalitions to develop a strategic plan for monitoring andevaluation. As grant funds are obligated, IDVA will develop a data-reporting schedule forthe coalitions to meet all GVS evaluation and reporting requirements.Utilize the collected SMVF-CG data to communicate and inform this community of vitalinformation, programming, and resourcesData will inform the IGC and coalitionsEffectiveness of programsEvent attendanceMembershipsSurvey dataEvent preferencesCommunity demographicsAnalysis of collected data will provide IGC and the coalitions to be agile in planning andimplementation, to measure and adjust to the programmatic and community needs
INJOININDIANA GOVERNOR'S CHALLENGEAcronym IndexAsian AmericanAmerican Indian and Alaska NativeCommunity Engagement Partnership CoordinatorCommunity Risk Assessment Index ToolCounty Veteran Service OfficerDistrict State Service OfficerIndiana Department of Workforce DevelopmentElectronic Benefits Transfer cardFamily & Social Services AdministrationGrants for Veterans ServicesIndiana Department of HealthIndiana Department of Veterans AffairsIndiana Governor's ChallengeIndiana National GuardLesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer +Military Family Research Institute, Purdue UniversityNative Hawaiians and Pacific IslandersProtected Health InformationPersonally Identifiable InformationQuick Response codeSubstance Abuse and Mental Health Services AdministrationShort Message SystemService Members, Veterans, and FamiliesService Members, Veterans, Families, and CaregiversSupplemental Nutrition Assistance ProgramTemporary Assistance for Needy FamiliesVeteran Status Confirmation ToolVeteran Friendly Business Network (DWD Partnership)Veterans Integrated Service NetworkWomen, Infants, and ChildrenAAAIANCEPCCRICVSODSODWDEBTFSSAGVSIDOHIDVAIGCINNGLGBTQ+MFRINHPIPHIPIIQR CodeSAMHSASMSSMVFSMVF-CGSNAPTANFVET-ConfirmVFBNVISNWIC19
INDIANADEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRSMissionThe mission of the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs is toSupport, Serve, and Advocate for the Indiana Veteran Community.Indiana Veterans Center777 North Meridian Street, Suite 300Indianapolis, IN 46204SERVING THOSE WHO SERVEDBENEFITS RESOURCES SERVICES777777INDIANAINDIANAVETERANSVETERANSCENTERCENTER