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By: FEDweek StaffAny veteran who is considering suicide can now visit any Department of Veterans Affairs facility for treatment and help – whether or not they are enrolled in the VA system. The expansion of services includes up to 30 days of residential and 90 days of outpatient care, at no cost.
Once treated within the VA system, these veterans would receive referrals for further treatment if necessary, be reimbursed for travel costs, and be steered toward benefits and programs for which they may qualify.
Eligibility is extended to all veterans who were discharged under conditions other than dishonorable, who were discharged or released from active duty after more than 24 months. Other criteria apply. More information is available on VA’s web site, www.va.gov.
Help available through the VA anytime, day or night – 24/7
If you are a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, connect with caring, qualified VA responders for confidential help. Many of them are Veterans themselves.
Ways to connect immediately:
Call 988 and select 1
Text 838255
Start a confidential chat
Call TTY if you have hearing loss 800-799-4889
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