The Veterans Crisis Line provides free, confidential crisis support for veterans, service members, and their loved ones. 

Services are available 24/7 via phone, text, or online chat. 

Responders are specially trained Department of Veterans Affairs staff familiar with the unique challenges veterans face.

Services include:

• Offering crisis support by phone at 988 (press 1)
• Providing 24/7 text support at 838255
• Operating confidential online chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net
• Supporting veterans, service members, and their families regardless of VA enrollment status

Web pages

• Home - https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/