988 & Veteran Support
YOU DON’T HAVE
TO CARRY IT ALONE.
If you’re struggling, you can reach out right now. You don’t need to find the perfect words.
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis. Specialized support for veterans is available through its connection to the Veterans Crisis Line.
These options connect directly to 988’s services. The Lighthouse Initiative shares these resources and does not provide crisis counseling or emergency response.
A place to begin
YOU CAN START
WITH A FEW WORDS.
You don’t have to have everything figured out before reaching out.
“I’m a veteran, and I’m having a hard time. I need someone to talk to.”
A few things to know
SUPPORT FOR
WHERE YOU ARE.
Do I have to be suicidal to reach out?
No. 988 supports people experiencing emotional distress of any kind, as well as people in suicidal crisis.
Can people who aren’t veterans use 988?
Yes. 988 is available to anyone in the United States and its territories who is experiencing emotional distress or suicidal crisis.
Am I contacting The Lighthouse Initiative?
The call, text, and chat links connect you directly with 988. Our organization’s message inbox is for community questions and is not a way to reach crisis support.
A connection can start here
THERE’S ROOM FOR
YOUR NEXT STEP.
Choose a call, a text, or an online conversation.