Latest "Veterans-Crisis-Line" stories

VA pledges investigation into crisis line after whistleblower concerns

The Government Accountability Office is also expected to launch an investigation into the suicide prevention hotline.

By Leo Shane III

2 weeks ago

Vets calling crisis line get lost in system, whistleblowers warn

A government watchdog group has promised to investigate the claims.

By Leo Shane III

2 weeks ago

VA to pay for all emergency mental health care starting next week

The policy includes costs for care both inside the VA health system and for private-sector emergency visits.

By Leo Shane III

11 months ago

Calls to veterans suicide hotline spiked over New Year’s holiday

Compared to the New Year’s Eve 2021 and New Year’s Day 2022, the call volume each day was up almost 30%.

By Leo Shane III

11 months ago

Outage affects 988 suicide prevention hotline, VA offers alternatives

Veterans who are looking to reach the helpline can call the Veterans Crisis Line directly at 877-267-6030.

12 months ago

VA defends suicide prevention data, says problem is improving

About 17 veterans die by suicide each day, according to the latest department data.

By Leo Shane III

14 months ago

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