Veterans/Military Crisis Line

The Veterans/Military Crisis Line is a free, confidential resource that provides Department of Veterans Affairs support for all service members, including members of the National Guard and reserve, and all veterans and their families, even if they are not registered with the VA or enrolled in VA health care. The caring, qualified responders at the Veterans/Military Crisis Line are specially trained and experienced in helping service members and veterans of all ages and circumstances.

If you or someone you know is in a crisis, there is help – contact the Veterans/Military Crisis Line. Dial 988 then press 1 or text 838255, or chat online with a VA responder.

When you call, chat or text, a qualified responder will listen and help. You decide how much information to share. Support doesn’t end with your conversation. VA responders can connect you with the resources you need.

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Veterans and service members in crisis aren’t alone. If you’re thinking about hurting yourself, having thoughts of suicide, or becoming self-destructive, VA responders are ready to help.

Contact the crisis line immediately if you or the veteran or service member in your life is showing signs of crisis, such as:

• Talking about feeling hopeless
• Experiencing anxiety or agitation
• Increasing risky behaviors or substance use

Learn what to expect when you call, text or chat.

Dial 988 then press 1

If you or the veteran or service member in your life show signs of crisis, contact the Veterans/Military Crisis Line. In the United States, dial 988 then press 1 or text 838255.

You can also chat online with a VA responder from anywhere.

If you are overseas you can connect by Veterans/Military Crisis Line Chat. If you prefer a phone call, you can request this by chat. A crisis line responder will call the number you provide at no charge.

Or you can call:

• In Europe, 844-702-5495 or DSN 988
• In Southwest Asia, 855-422-7719 or DSN 988
• In the Pacific, 844-702-5493 or DSN 988

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