Suicide Prevention and Awareness

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To someone going through a difficult time, a text, a call, or a visit can mean so much. And sometimes, even the smallest act has the power to change a life. That’s The Power of 1: One person, one connection, or one simple act of compassion can open the door to vital support for a Veteran in crisis.

Crisis Phone Numbers

Veterans and Military Crisis Line (24/7 Support)

Military personnel, veterans, or their families in crisis should seek help immediately by contacting the Military Crisis Line. Access trained counselors who will listen, provide support, and connect you to proper resources. The Military Crisis Line also provides an online chat and text service (838255).

  • Continental U.S. (CONUS)

    • Dial 800-273-8255 or 988 and press 1
  • Outside the Continental U.S. (OCONUS)

    • In Europe, call: 844-702-5495 or DSN 988, 
    • In Southwest Asia, call 855-422-7719 or DSN 988
    • In the Pacific, call 844-702-5493 or DSN 988

 

Seek Help Immediately

 

If you are:
Thinking about hurting or killing yourself
or
Looking for ways to kill yourself
or
Talking about death, dying, or suicide
or
Self-destructive behavior such as drug abuse, weapons, etc
 

 

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