VETERANS PRESS: How do I get help for a veteran who’s in crisis?

| September 26, 2023 1:00 AM

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, seven days a week. You or the veteran can talk privately with a trained VA counselor for free.

For local help, see the North Idaho Resource Directory in this publication or see the “How can I get help?” section at Veteranshelpnet.com.