QUICK REACTION FORCE (QRF)
IN CRISIS? CALL 988 AND PRESS 1
If you or someone you know is in crisis or having suicidal thoughts, call 988 and Press 1 immediately to reach the Veterans Crisis Line. Free, confidential support is available 24/7. You can also text 838255.
STANDING WITH OPERATORS IN CRITICAL MOMENTS
QRF stands for Quick Reaction Force; a cohesive unit ready to respond to threats anytime, anywhere. Within the Special Forces Foundation, we are prepared to send team members or requested persons to respond to operators in crisis.
Suicide is an increasing concern within the Special Forces community. Many operators experience a loss of identity, purpose, and direction after leaving the military. The lack of team camaraderie can deepen isolation and, in severe cases, lead to suicidal ideation.
The QRF program bridges that gap by coordinating rapid peer support, travel when needed, and immediate access to clinical and alternative mental health resources—both in-person and remote.
Direct Crisis Peer Response
When an operator is in crisis, reconnection with a teammate can save lives. We coordinate immediate peer support and, when appropriate, arrange in-person travel to ensure no operator faces a breaking point alone.
Rapid Peer Mobilization
We activate trusted members of the community to respond quickly when someone is struggling, whether physically present or remotely connected.
Travel Assistance
When a personal connection is critical, we fund or coordinate travel so peers can be physically present during moments of crisis or recovery.
If you or someone you know needs help, we’re here.
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Standing With Face the Fight
Every member of the Special Forces Foundation team has completed Face the Fight’s suicide awareness and prevention training. This equips our staff, volunteers, and leadership with the knowledge and confidence needed to recognize warning signs, start courageous conversations, and support a veteran or family member in crisis.
This training reinforces our commitment to ensuring no Green Beret, veteran, or loved one ever feels like they are fighting alone.
- Trained to recognize risk factors and crisis warning signs.
- Equipped to hold honest, stigma-free conversations about mental health.
- Prepared to connect veterans and families with life-saving resources.