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

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 “Resource Directory” page in this publication.