🪖 Veterans
Veterans Crisis Line
24/7 Confidential Crisis Support for Veterans & Service Members
The Veterans Crisis Line provides free and confidential support for:
- Veterans
- Active-duty service members
- National Guard and Reserve members
- Family members and loved ones
Support is available for:
- Suicidal thoughts
- Emotional distress
- PTSD symptoms
- Mental health concerns
- Crisis situations
Call: 988 then Press 1
Text: 838255
Chat: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/
For TTY support:
Call: 711 then 988
VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System
Healthcare & Mental Health Services for Veterans
VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System provides healthcare services for eligible veterans, including medical and behavioral health services.
Services may include:
- Mental health counseling
- PTSD treatment
- Substance use treatment
- Medication management
- Primary care
- Specialty healthcare
- Women Veterans services
- Telehealth services
Mental health services include support for:
- PTSD
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Trauma-related concerns
- Adjustment to civilian life
Phone: 800-698-2411
Website: https://www.va.gov/pittsburgh-health-care/
VA PTSD Resources
The VA provides evidence-based resources and treatment options for veterans experiencing trauma-related symptoms.
Resources include:
- PTSD education
- Treatment information
- Self-screening tools
- Support for family members
- Finding PTSD treatment providers
Website:
https://www.ptsd.va.gov/
Vet Centers
Confidential Readjustment Counseling for Veterans
Vet Centers provide counseling and support for veterans and their families.
Services may include:
- Individual counseling
- Group counseling
- Couples and family counseling
- Trauma support
- Military sexual trauma support
- Bereavement counseling
- Support with transitioning from military to civilian life
Website:
https://www.vetcenter.va.gov/
Veterans Leadership Program of Western Pennsylvania
Veteran Support & Community Services
Veterans Leadership Program provides support for veterans and their families.
Services may include:
- Housing support
- Case management
- Employment assistance
- Benefits navigation
- Transportation support
- Support for veterans experiencing homelessness
Website:
https://vlpwpa.org/
VA Homeless Programs
The VA provides resources for veterans experiencing:
- Homelessness
- Housing instability
- Risk of losing housing
Services may include:
- Housing assistance
- Case management
- Transitional housing
- Supportive services
- Connection to community resources
Website:
https://www.va.gov/homeless/
National Call Center for Homeless Veterans
24/7 Housing Support for Veterans
Provides assistance for veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Call: 877-424-3838
Website:
https://www.va.gov/homeless/nationalcallcenter.asp
VA Benefits & Claims Assistance
Veterans may receive support with:
- Disability claims
- Healthcare enrollment
- Education benefits
- Employment resources
- Other VA benefits
VA Pittsburgh Regional Office
Provides assistance with VA benefits and claims.
Website:
https://www.benefits.va.gov/pittsburgh/
Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA)
Provides statewide resources for veterans and their families.
Services include:
- Benefits assistance
- Veteran advocacy
- State programs
- Employment resources
- Support navigating veteran services
Website:
https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dmva
PA 211 — Veteran & Community Resource Navigation
PA 211 connects veterans and families with local resources, including:
- Housing assistance
- Food resources
- Transportation
- Employment support
- Mental health services
- Community programs
Call: 211
Text: Your ZIP code to 898-211
Website:
https://www.pa211.org/
Veterans Employment Resources
Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E)
Supports veterans with service-connected disabilities in preparing for and maintaining employment.
Services may include:
- Career counseling
- Employment support
- Training
- Education resources
- Workplace accommodations
Website:
https://www.va.gov/careers-employment/vocational-rehabilitation/
Women Veterans Resources
Women veterans may access specialized support through the VA, including:
- Healthcare services
- Mental health support
- Trauma-informed care
- Reproductive healthcare
- Community resources
Website:
https://www.womenshealth.va.gov/
Military Sexual Trauma (MST) Resources
The VA provides confidential support for veterans who have experienced sexual trauma during military service.
Services include:
- Counseling
- Trauma treatment
- Healthcare support
- Claims assistance
Website:
https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/msthome/index.asp
Family & Caregiver Support
VA Caregiver Support Program
Provides resources for family members and caregivers supporting veterans.
Services include:
- Caregiver education
- Support resources
- Caregiver assistance programs
Website:
https://www.caregiver.va.gov/
