Mental health resources for veterans, families
Many state and local organizations help veterans and their families. Resources for mental health and suicide prevention include:
For veterans:
Veterans Crisis Line
(800) 273-8255 or text 838255
24/7 helpline connects veterans with trained responders from the Department of Veterans Affairs to address any immediate concern, including thoughts of suicide, financial emergencies or family issues.
Department of Defense Be there Peer Support Call and Outreach Center
(844) 357-7337 or text (480) 360-6188
Trained peer coaches who are veterans or veterans' spouses answer 24/7 for suicide prevention, substance abuse, psychological health, the transition home, post-traumatic stress, sleep issues, relationship and family issues, spiritual support, parenting, higher education, financial counseling and wounded warrior support.
Illinois Warrior Assistance Program
(866) 554-4927
Confidential 24/7 hotline eases the transition home with counseling and screenings for traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress.
Edward Hines Jr. VA Mental Health Line
708-202-8387 Ext. 22002
hines.va.gov/services/mental_health.asp
Mental health services available at Hines VA and clinics in Aurora, Hoffman Estates, Joliet, Kankakee, LaSalle and Oak Lawn.
For families of veterans:
Illinois Joining Forces
(877) 236-7702
Statewide network helps with behavioral health, benefits, emergency assistance, education, employment, families and children, female veterans' services, financial literacy, homelessness, housing, job training and legal support.
Road Home Program for Veterans and their Families at Rush University Medical Center
(312) 942-8387
Free 3-week intensive outpatient program for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder and their families; offers counseling and support.
Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program
jointservicessupport.org/yrrp/default.aspx or yellowribbonevents.org
Provides pre- and post-deployment resilience training.