Veteran Resources
If you are a veteran in an emergency, please call 911. If a veteran you know is feeling like hurting him or herself or is suicidal, please consider calling the Veterans Crisis Line.
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- Veterans Crisis Line – 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
The Veterans Crisis Line is a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, free and confidential mental health resource for veterans, and their families and friends, who are in crisis or emotional distress. Call and Press 1. Any veteran can use this service.
- TTY Veterans Crisis Line – 1-800-799-4889
Veterans who are deaf/hard of hearing can connect with the Veterans Crisis Line through this TTY number, or through the Veterans Chat or Text options.
- Veterans Text – Text 838255
Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line through text 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. This confidential and free service is available to any veteran.
- Veterans Chat
Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line through online chat. This free and confidential service is offered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Go to this website, review the terms of service and click the button to begin: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/ChatTermsOfService.aspx
- The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com
As a result of the military’s past reliance on asbestos, countless veterans are currently suffering from life-threatening diseases caused by asbestos exposure. Our organization provides free information, resources and personal assistance to those who have been affected by these diseases and can even help veterans file for their VA benefits.
- IAVA Rapid Response Referral Program
The RRRP is a one-on-one case management and referral program. Veterans can contact RRRP for free and confidential assistance with assistance for disability claims, education benefits, mental health resources, financial assistance, legal assistance, employment, housing and other public benefits. To connect with a staff member at IAVA RRRP, call 1-855-91-RAPID (1-855-917-2743).
