Share the Weight

Share the Weight
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Date

Monday, November 30, 2026 - Monday, December 14, 2026

Time

12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

Address

Online

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Bring awareness of Suicide Prevention to Marines and Sailors. During the challenge, participants will reflect on carrying the weight of depression and other factors that lead to suicide in the military.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE
  • fill your pack with any weight
  • walk/run/hike one mile
  • take time to reflect on the true meaning of the challenge
  • snap a photo or video of you with your pack and tag @mccsyuma; use the hashtag #sharetheweightmcasyuma
  • check out the resources available on MCCS Yuma
  • challenge your fellow Marines and Sailors by tagging them to complete the #ShareTheWeight challenge. Let them know you support them!
SUICIDE PREVENTION & AWARENESS RESOURCES
  • 24/7 Help – For any and all emergencies, please dial 9-1-1.
  • DSTRESS HOTLINE – (877) 476-7734
  • Military Crisis Line – (800) 273-8255 and press 1 or text 838255

ONE-ON-ONE SUPPORT
Semper Support – (800) 342-9647
Free counseling sessions accessible from anywhere, on your schedule.

Military Family Life Counselor – (800) 342-9647
Free and confidential support.

Behavioral Health Branch Services – (928) 269-2561
Free counseling, free substance misuse counseling, free sexual assault support, free family advocacy support.

MCAS Yuma Chaplain – (928) 269-3454
Free and confidential support.

STRESS RELIEF & COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Health & Fitness Center – (928) 269-2727
Full-service state-of-the-art gym, personal training, health promotions

Marine & Family Workshops – (928) 269-6550
Stress management strategies, anger management, volunteer opportunities

Single Marine Program – (928) 269-5794
By Marines, for Marines. Free for all active duty unaccompanied servicemembers; recreation center; volunteer opportunities

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