Veteran in crisis or worried about one? Call 988, then press 1. Text 838255. If there is immediate danger, call 911.

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The fastest common starting paths.

Use these when you need a clear first move. Verify details directly with the official office before you drive, apply or send records.

Find My Next Step

Answer five questions and get a starting path you can print, copy or save on this device.

Last checked: July 1, 2026

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Urgent Help

Use for crisis support, immediate safety concerns or serious distress.

Last checked: July 1, 2026

Open crisis path

Homeless Veteran Help

Use when housing is already lost, temporary or at risk soon.

Last checked: July 1, 2026

Open housing path

VA Benefits and Health Care

Use for claims, appointments, records and official VA starting links.

Last checked: July 1, 2026

Open VA path

Replace a DD214

Use when military records are missing and another office needs proof.

Last checked: July 1, 2026

Open records path

What to Bring to a VSO

Use before a county office, VSO or accredited representative appointment.

Last checked: July 1, 2026

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Veteran Job Help

Use for resume help, training, workforce offices and job starting points.

Last checked: July 1, 2026

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Legal Aid

Use when there is an eviction, deadline, debt, benefits or civil legal issue.

Last checked: July 1, 2026

Open legal path

Travel and Recreation Discounts

AFVC, American Forces Travel, Vet Tix, Amtrak, JetBlue and VA-listed travel starting points.

Last checked: July 1, 2026

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