VA mental health services 
Find out how to access VA mental health services for posttraumatic stress disorder PTSD, psychological effects of military sexual trauma MST, depression, grief, anxiety, and other needs. You can use some services even if you re not enrolled in VA health care. 

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If you're a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one , connect with our caring, qualified Veterans Crisis Line responders for confidential help. Many of them are Veterans themselves. This service is private, free, and available 24/7. To connect with a Veterans Crisis Line responder anytime day or night : Call 800 - 273 - 8255 , then select 1. Start a confidential Veterans chat. Text 838255. If you have hearing loss , call TTY : 800 - 799 - 4889. You can also : Call 911. Go to the nearest emergency room. Go directly to your nearest VA medical center. It doesn't matter what your discharge status is or if you're enrolled in VA health care. Find your nearest VA medical center 

Get free mental health care for a year after separation no matter your discharge status, service history, or eligibility for VA health care. 
If you need support for a specific mental health problem or if you re having problems sleeping , controlling your anger , or readjusting to civilian life you are not alone. And we can help. To access free VA mental health services right away : Call or walk in to any VA medical center anytime, day or night. Find your nearest VA health facility Call or walk in to any Vet Center during clinic hours. Find your nearest Vet Center Call us at 1 - 877 - 222-VETS 1 - 877 - 222 - 8387. We re here Monday through Friday , 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET. If you have hearing loss , call TTY : 1 - 800 - 877 - 8339. You don t need to be enrolled in VA health care to get care. Learn more about accessing VA mental health services To connect with other resources for Veterans and transitioning service members : Visit the Department of Defense DoD Military OneS

user: How do  I access Va mental health services?

assistant: Find out how to access VA mental health services for posttraumatic stress disorder PTSD , psychological effects of military sexual trauma MST , depression , grief , anxiety , and other needs .  You can use some services even if you re not enrolled in VA health care .

assistant: IS there support outside of Va?

user: I will be glad to help you with that. For support  visit the Military OneSource website or call 800 - 342 - 9647 anytime , day or night .

user: What is the hotline number for SAMHSA?

assistant: No problem. Call 1800 - 662-HELP 800 - 662 - 4357. 

user: Can I get support offered by other gov departments?

assistant: Military OneSourceThis free service provides expert support to connect military personnel and their families with the best available resources to fit their needs

user: Is there support for Substance abuse and mental health?

assistant: The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration SAMHSA SAMHSA offers free , confidential help with treatment referral and information services for individuals and families facing mental health and/or substance use disorders

user: Is the mental healthcare free?

assistant: Get free mental health care for a year after separation no matter your discharge status, service history, or eligibility for VA health care