Veterans Crisis Line
The Veterans Crisis Line is a free, confidential 24/7 crisis support service run by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Caring, trained responders help Veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and their families and friends who are going through a hard time or thinking about suicide. You do not need to be enrolled in VA benefits to use it, and responders can connect you to local care.
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This agency connects Veterans and Service members in crisis and their families with information and qualified, caring VA responders through a confidential, toll-free hotline, online chat, and text messaging service. See below the contact information ..
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What they offer 4
- Recently verified· Jun 24
Crisis Phone Line (Dial 988 then Press 1)Service
A 24/7 confidential phone line connecting Veterans and their loved ones with qualified VA crisis responders.
- Recently verified· Jun 24
Crisis Text Line (838255)Service
Text 838255 any time to reach a trained Veterans Crisis Line responder by text message.
- Recently verified· Jun 24
Online Confidential ChatService
A 24/7 web-based chat at veteranscrisisline.net for Veterans who prefer to connect online instead of by phone.
- Not yet verified
Suicide Prevention HotlinesService
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