Get immediate crisis help

Contact the Veteran Crisis Hotline. To reach a counselor:

• Text 838255
• Chat online

Counselors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

VA mental health resources

All veterans can get mental health services at a VA medical center or vet center. Your discharge status does not affect your access. And you are still eligible for some services, even if you do not qualify for VA health benefits. Find out what resources and support are available through the VA for a variety of mental health conditions.

To start getting mental health services:

• Contact your local VA medical center.
• Contact a local vet center for counseling in a non-medical setting.

VA substance abuse resources

The VA offers treatment options for veterans with substance abuse problems. They have programs for medication-based and therapy-based treatment.

If you have VA health benefits, you can start treatment:

• At your local VA medical center
• At a substance use disorder program near you