Challenge
Objective Zero Connecting Veterans for Suicide Prevention
Client: Objective Zero
Industry: Non-Profit, Mental Health
Challenge
Veterans often face isolation and lack support, increasing the risk of mental health issues and suicide. Objective Zero aimed to create a platform for veterans to connect, share experiences, and access suicide prevention resources.
Objective Zero Connecting Veterans for Suicide Prevention
Client: Objective Zero
Industry: Non-Profit, Mental Health
Challenge
Veterans often face isolation and lack support, increasing the risk of mental health issues and suicide. Objective Zero aimed to create a platform for veterans to connect, share experiences, and access suicide prevention resources.
Solution
Solution
We developed a custom Android app to connect veterans via high-definition video chats for emotional support. The app features a call forwarding system, automatically routing unanswered calls to other veterans and national hotlines if needed, ensuring timely assistance.
Key Features:
Video Chat: Real-time support through peer-to-peer connections.
Call Forwarding: Unanswered calls are forwarded to other available veterans.
Hotline Integration: National suicide prevention hotlines are contacted if no peers are available.
Technology Stack:
Mobile: Native Android app development
Backend: Custom-built backend for call routing and hotline integration
Solution
We developed a custom Android app to connect veterans via high-definition video chats for emotional support. The app features a call forwarding system, automatically routing unanswered calls to other veterans and national hotlines if needed, ensuring timely assistance.
Key Features:
Video Chat: Real-time support through peer-to-peer connections.
Call Forwarding: Unanswered calls are forwarded to other available veterans.
Hotline Integration: National suicide prevention hotlines are contacted if no peers are available.
Technology Stack:
Mobile: Native Android app development
Backend: Custom-built backend for call routing and hotline integration
Results
Outcome
Objective Zero connected over 8,525 users to wellness resources and achieved 50,000+ downloads. 1,845 peer supporters conducted 3,144 hours of voice and video calls, sharing 39,000+ text conversations. The apps 4.8-star rating on Google Play Store reflects its success in supporting veterans and building stronger connections.
Outcome
Objective Zero connected over 8,525 users to wellness resources and achieved 50,000+ downloads. 1,845 peer supporters conducted 3,144 hours of voice and video calls, sharing 39,000+ text conversations. The apps 4.8-star rating on Google Play Store reflects its success in supporting veterans and building stronger connections.