Crisis Intervention Hotlines/Helplines | Veterans Crisis Line

Trained counselors are available by phone, text, or online chat to support Veterans who are in crisis or know a Veteran who is. Additional resources are available through the website.

Physical Address

Hours

7 days a week, 24 hours a day

Voice

800-273-8255

Veterans Crisis Line

Application process

(1) Call the crisis line, text (#838255), or chat online from the website. (2) Referrals to additional programs may be provided

Fee

No Fees

Required documents

None

Eligibility

Veterans; Friends or family members of veterans

Languages

English, Spanish

Agency info

Veterans Crisis Line

Trained counselors are available by phone, text, or online chat to support Veterans who are in crisis or know a Veteran who is. Additional resources are available through the website.