REFERENCE · GET HELP NOW
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Veterans Crisis Line
You don't have to be enrolled in VA health care or have a rating to call. Family and friends can call too.
Source: Veterans Crisis Line (checked 2026-10)
Other lines worth saving
- VA main line (MyVA411): 800-698-2411 — the front door for any VA question.
- Homeless or at risk: National Call Center for Homeless Veterans, 877-424-3838.
- Vet Center Call Center: 877-927-8387 — confidential counseling, combat veterans and more.
Source: VA — Helpful VA phone numbers (checked 2026-10-07)
Free help with a claim
Accredited Veterans Service Organization (VSO) representatives help you file and appeal VA claims for free. Find one near you with VA's own search tool before you pay anyone for anything.
Find an accredited representative →
Source: VA — Get help from an accredited representative (checked 2026-10)
Report a scam
See chapter 07 for the full list of where to report, and the scam spotter if you're not sure.