Veterans Crisis Line

Serving Clay, Lowndes, Noxubee, Oktibbeha Counties

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About

The Veterans Crisis Line is a free, 24/7, confidential intervention hotline operated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). It connects veterans, service members, and their loved ones in crisis with qualified, compassionate VA responders. Services include:
Multiple Communication Options: Access via phone by dialing 988 and pressing 1, texting 838255, or using the online chat feature at VeteransCrisisLine.net.
Immediate Crisis Support: Delivers 24/7 de-escalation, suicide prevention intervention, emotional support, and safety planning tailored to military-related trauma.
Follow-Up & Local Connection: Connects responders to local VA Suicide Prevention Coordinators and community resources to ensure ongoing care and support following a crisis.

Essential details

Hours

24/7

How to get help

Call for availability

Cost

Free

How quickly

Same day

Who is eligible

No requirements

Spanish language support

Spanish-speaking staff available.

Spanish-language materials available.

How to reach us

988 Main line

Text 838255 other

veteranscrisisline.net

Note: This information is provided to the best of our knowledge based on submissions from each organization. Hours, eligibility requirements, and available services may change. Contact the organization directly to confirm current details before making plans.