W4VETERANS
Veterans Crisis Line: confidential 24/7 crisis support
United States
Connect a Veteran or concerned family member with confidential crisis support by phone, text or chat.
The Veterans Crisis Line provides free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for Veterans in crisis and people concerned about them.
Who qualifies
Veterans in crisis and people concerned about a Veteran. A person does not need to be enrolled in VA benefits to make contact.
How to access it
Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or use the confidential online chat. Call 911 for an immediate life-threatening emergency.
Cost or fee
Free and confidential.
Accessibility
TTY users may call 711 then 988.