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Mental wellness

Support for veterans, service members, and their families. Everything on this page is free, confidential, and available whether or not you are enrolled in VA care.

In crisis right now?
Dial 988, press 1
Veterans Crisis Line, 24/7/365
Text 838255
Confidential text support
veteranscrisisline.net

Veterans Crisis Line

Connects veterans in crisis, and their families and friends, with qualified VA responders by phone, text, or online chat. You do not have to be enrolled in VA benefits or care to use it.

veteranscrisisline.net

VA suicide prevention

The VA's suicide prevention program: warning signs to watch for, how to start the conversation, and the services available at every VA medical center and Vet Center.

mentalhealth.va.gov

Military OneSource

Free, 24/7 Department of Defense support for service members and their families, including confidential counseling and a guide to suicide prevention resources. Call 800-342-9647.

militaryonesource.mil

VFW mental wellness campaign

The VFW works with Give an Hour, One Mind, the Elizabeth Dole Foundation and others to change the stigma around mental health, including free mental health services for veterans and their families.

vfw.org/assistance

Spread the word

Free VA outreach materials — posters, wallet cards, and graphics that put the Crisis Line number in front of a veteran who might need it. Print some for your business or church.

Get the materials

Talk to someone here

Sometimes it starts with another veteran across the bar. Call the Post or stop in — our Service Officer can also connect you with VA mental health care at no cost.

(815) 838-1066