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Veterans Crisis Line
Crisis Support
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If this doesn't work
- Mental-health crisis line: call or text 988
- Call NYC 311 — the City can point you to other options.
What this program is
Veterans Crisis Line responders provide confidential help, and many of them are Veterans themselves. This service is private, free, and available 24/7.
Who can get it
For Veterans in crisis and those who support them. It doesn't matter what your discharge status is or if you're enrolled in VA health care.
How to apply
Call 988 and select 1, text 838255, or start a confidential chat online. If you have hearing loss, call TTY: 800-799-4889.
Get help
988
Hours not published — call to check when someone can answer.
Source and last updated
- Source
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) (official page) View official source
- Agency
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
- Updated
- Source date not published · Checked October 24, 2026
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Source record ID: curated-veterans-crisis-line
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