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For Veterans seeking general information from VA:

Please visit our website: www.va.gov

If you are experiencing emotional distress and would like to talk to a trained VA professional, call:

1-800-273-TALK (8255) and PRESS 1
Or send a text message to 838255
Or visit the online chat at http://veteranscrisisline.net

Other contact information for U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs:

  • "New to VA" website: http://www.va.gov/opa/newtova.asp
  • Helpline: Agent Orange and Gulf War: 1-800-749-8387
  • VA Benefits: 1-800-827-1000
  • VA Health Care Benefits: 1-877-222-8387
  • VA Health Care Benefits website: www.va.gov/healthbenefits
  • Education and Training: 1-888-442-4551
  • Telecommunication Device for the Deaf: 1-800-829-4833


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