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You don't have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to call.</p> </div> <div class="col-12 col-md-4 card-feature"> <img data-src="/media/tanhdqhp/icon-24-7-support.svg" alt="" class="lazyload" /> <h3>24/7 Support</h3> <p>Access free, confidential support 24/7, 365 days a year.</p> </div> <div class="col-12 col-md-4 card-feature"> <img data-src="/media/eipj4dvs/icon-live-connection.svg" alt="" class="lazyload" /> <h3>Live Connection</h3> <p>Connect with a real person qualified to support Veterans.</p> </div> <div class="col-12 col-md-4 card-feature"> <img data-src="/media/0jwlpoyv/icon-veterans-families-friends.svg" alt="" class="lazyload" /> <h3>Serves Veterans, Their Families, and Friends</h3> <p>The Veterans Crisis Line serves Veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and those who support them.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="infographic-timeline"> <h2 class="vcl-heading vcl-heading--center vcl-heading--has-decoration">How It Works</h2> <ol class="infographic-timeline__graphic-wrap"> <li class="infographic-timeline__item"> <div class="infographic-timeline__img-wrap"> <img data-src="/media/xajpa0qt/phone.svg" alt="" class="lazyload" /> </div> <p class="infographic-timeline__desc">Available 24/7: <br /><a href="tel:988">Dial 988 then Press 1</a>, <a href="/get-help-now/chat/" title="Chat">chat live</a>, or text <a href="sms:838255">838255</a>.聽</p> </li> <li class="infographic-timeline__item"> <div class="infographic-timeline__img-wrap"> <img data-src="/media/grofdrth/responder.svg" alt="" class="lazyload" /> </div> <p class="infographic-timeline__desc">A caring, qualified responder will listen and help.</p> </li> <li class="infographic-timeline__item"> <div class="infographic-timeline__img-wrap"> <img data-src="/media/bmnalgji/speech-bubbles.svg" alt="" class="lazyload" /> </div> <p class="infographic-timeline__desc">Your call is free and confidential, and you decide how much information to share.</p> </li> <li class="infographic-timeline__item"> <div class="infographic-timeline__img-wrap"> <img data-src="/media/5okjka4e/connection.svg" alt="" class="lazyload" /> </div> <p class="infographic-timeline__desc">Support doesn't end with your conversation. Our responders connect you with resources that can help when you're in distress.</p> </li> </ol> <a class="btn btn--secondary" href="/about/how-it-works/">Read More About How it Works</a> </div> <div class="card-cta-block"> <div class="card-cta-block__bg"></div> <div class="container"> <div class="card-cta__wrap"> <a href="/signs-of-crisis/" aria-labelledby="card-cta-1546"></a> <div class="card-cta"> <p class="card-cta__card-title" id="card-cta-1546">Signs of Crisis</p> <p class="card-cta__card-text">Some behaviors can be a sign that a Veteran needs help. Learn to spot the warning signs of an emotional or mental health crisis.</p> <span></span> </div> </div> <div class="card-cta__wrap"> <a href="/find-resources/local-resources/" aria-labelledby="card-cta-1552"></a> <div class="card-cta"> <p class="card-cta__card-title" id="card-cta-1552">Local Resources</p> <p class="card-cta__card-text">No matter what you're experiencing, we have resources and support systems to help get your life back on track.</p> <span></span> </div> </div> <div class="card-cta__wrap"> <a href="/find-resources/veteran-support/" aria-labelledby="card-cta-1562"></a> <div class="card-cta"> <p class="card-cta__card-title" id="card-cta-1562">Veteran Support</p> <p class="card-cta__card-text">VA offers a network of support for all Veterans and their families and friends. You don’t have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care.</p> <span></span> </div> </div> </div> </div> <footer class="footer"> <div class="footer__wrapper"> <div class="container"> <div class="footer__content"> <h2>Get Help Now</h2> <div class="row footer__buttons"> <div class="col-12 col-md-4 footer__button-single"> <a class="btn btn--less-rounded btn--icon btn--phone btn--arrow btn--size-md btn--icon-bg btn--secondary" href="tel:988">Call</a> </div> <div class="col-12 col-md-4 footer__button-single"> <a class="btn btn--less-rounded btn--icon btn--chat btn--arrow btn--size-md btn--icon-bg btn--secondary" href="/get-help-now/chat/">Chat </a> </div> <div class="col-12 col-md-4 footer__button-single"> <a class="btn btn--less-rounded btn--icon btn--text btn--arrow btn--size-md btn--icon-bg btn--secondary" href="sms:838255">Text</a> </div> </div> <div class="footer__numbers"> <h3>Calling from Overseas?</h3> <div class="footer__numbers-row"> <div class="footer__numbers-col"> <h4>NORTHCOM:</h4> <p><a href="tel:988">Dial 988 then Press 1</a></p> </div> <div class="footer__numbers-col"> <h4>PACOM:</h4> <p>Call <a href="tel:1-844-702-5493">+1 844-702-5493</a> (off base)<br />or DSN 988 (on base)</p> </div> <div class="footer__numbers-col"> <h4>EUCOM:</h4> <p>Call <a href="tel:1-844-702-5495">+1 844-702-5495</a> (off base)<br />or DSN 988 (on base)</p> </div> <div class="footer__numbers-col"> <h4>CENTCOM: </h4> <p>Call <a href="tel:1-855-422-7719">+1 855-422-7719</a> (off base)<br />or DSN 988 (on base)</p> </div> <div class="footer__numbers-col"> <h4>AFRICOM:</h4> <p>Call <a href="tel:1-888-482-6054">+1 888-482-6054</a> (off base)<br />or DSN 988 (on base)</p> </div> <div class="footer__numbers-col"> <h4>SOUTHCOM:</h4> <p>Call <a href="tel:1-866-989-9599">+1 866-989-9599</a> (off base)<br />or DSN 988 (on base)</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="footer__rtf"> <p>*Each of these numbers is assigned to a different U.S. Department of Defense Area of Responsibility. If you have trouble reaching the Veterans Crisis Line with the assigned number for the region you are calling from, try one of the other numbers. (see the <a href="https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/get-help-now/military-crisis-line/">Military Crisis Line page</a> for more details about overseas calling)</p> </div> <div class="row footer__nav"> <div class="col-12 col-md-4 footer__nav-col"> <h3>Find Resources</h3> <ul> <li><a href="/find-resources/local-resources/">Local Resources</a></li> <li><a href="/find-resources/veteran-support/">Veteran Support</a></li> </ul> </div> <div class="col-12 col-md-4 footer__nav-col"> <h3>About Us</h3> <ul> <li><a href="/about/about-us/">About Us</a></li> <li><a href="/about/how-it-works/">How It Works</a></li> <li><a href="/about/what-is-988/">What is 988?</a></li> <li><a href="/about/privacy-security/">Privacy and Security</a></li> </ul> </div> <div class="col-12 col-md-4 footer__nav-col"> <h3>Show Support</h3> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.va.gov/reach/spm/" target="_blank">Reach Out</a></li> <li><a href="/find-resources/spread-the-word/">Spread the Word</a></li> </ul> </div> </div> <a class="footer__conversion-btn" href="/es/">Ver sitio in español</a> <a href="https://www.va.gov/"> <img data-src="/media/fchbbqkz/va-parent-seal-horiz_logo_all-ko.png" alt="U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Logo" class="lazyload" /> </a> <div class="footer__rtf"> <p>Your personal information and phone number will be used only for referral to local care with your permission, in case of emergency, or as required by law. <a rel="noopener" href="/get-help-now/text/" target="_blank">View the full terms of service.</a></p> <p><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.va.gov/vulnerability-disclosure-policy/" target="_blank">View the Vulnerability Disclosure Policy.</a></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </footer> <script integrity="sha256-xNzN2a4ltkB44Mc/Jz3pT4iU1cmeR0FkXs4pru/JxaQ=" crossorigin="anonymous" src="https://code.jquery.com/jquery-3.5.0.min.js"></script> <script> if (typeof jQuery == 'undefined') { document.write('<script src="~/js/jquery.js"\>\<\/script\>'); } </script> <script src="/js/main.js?v=qEyqXnl77U9R68Yrle83qfUTlNuWCydi-5KwMJpeiqQ"></script>  <script async defer src="https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/js?key=AIzaSyDJ70tSePvN-J4AipnL3nVt73rSPQOfXD8&libraries=places&callback=window.initializeMap"></script> </body> </html>

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