Veterans Crisis Line

Emergency & Crisis · Veterans Services

Free, confidential crisis support for veterans, service members and their families, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, by phone, text or online chat. Responders are qualified to help with immediate crisis and can connect callers to local VA resources.

Who it's for

Veterans, active duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and their family and friends. Enrollment in VA benefits or health care is not required.

Area served

National

Hours

24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

Phone note

dial 988 then press 1; 24/7. Text 838255.