Find out how to get support anytime, day or night
If you’re concerned about a Veteran in crisis, connect with our caring, qualified Veterans Crisis Line responders for confidential help. Many of them are Veterans themselves. This service is private, free, and available 24/7.
To connect with a Veterans Crisis Line responder anytime, day or night:
- Call 800-273-8255, then press 1.
- Start a confidential chat. https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/get-help/chat
- Text 838255.
- If you have hearing loss, call TTY: 800-799-4889.
If you’re concerned about a Veteran who’s homeless or at risk of becoming homeless
Call the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 877-424-3838 for help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You or the Veteran can talk privately with a trained VA counselor for free.
For local help see the “How can I get Help?” page in this publication.