Urgent support for veterans.

Veterans Crisis Line

24/7 support for veterans, service members and families.

988 then press 1. Text 838255.

Location: United States, 24/7 national crisis support.

Phone: 988 then press 1. Text 838255.

Practical note: Use this first for veteran crisis support. You do not need to be enrolled in VA care.

Last verified: June 2026.

988 Lifeline

24/7 support in the United States.

988

Location: United States, 24/7 national hotline.

Phone: 988. Call, text or chat.

Practical note: Use for emotional distress, suicide concerns, substance use concerns or when someone needs to talk now.

Last verified: June 2026.

National Call Center for Homeless Veterans

Help for veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

877-424-3838

Location: United States, 24/7 VA homeless veteran support.

Phone: 877-424-3838.

Practical note: Call if housing is unstable, eviction is close or temporary housing is ending.

Last verified: June 2026.

Military OneSource

Counseling, family support and military life resources.

800-342-9647

Location: Online and phone support for eligible military community members.

Phone: 800-342-9647.

Practical note: Ask about eligibility before sharing details. Secure live chat is also available.

Last verified: June 2026.

Coaching Into Care

Help for families encouraging a veteran to seek support.

888-823-7458

Location: VA online resource. Service page now redirects callers to caregiver support resources.

Phone: 888-823-7458 redirects to the Caregiver Support Line.

Practical note: Verify the current VA page before relying on this service. Use 988 then press 1 for crisis support.

Last verified: June 2026.

VA Find Locations

Find VA medical centers, clinics and Vet Centers.

Location: Online VA locator for clinics, hospitals, Vet Centers and other VA offices.

Phone: For general VA help, call MyVA411 at 800-698-2411.

Practical note: Search by ZIP code, then call the location before you drive.

Last verified: June 2026.