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Free, private counseling in your community, separate from VA hospitals.
Who it serves: Combat veterans, service members, and their families
Vet Center Call Center. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA.gov). Last checked October 31, 2026.
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Free, private help finding treatment and support groups near you, for any substance problem.
Who it serves: Anyone, including family members
Free. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in English and Spanish. Or text your ZIP code to 435748. They help you find care; they do not give counseling.
Source: U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Last checked November 7, 2026.
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Free, private help for a gambling problem. They connect you to local treatment and support.
Who it serves: People with a gambling problem and their loved ones
1-800-MY-RESET. Call or text, 24/7. You can also chat online. It is not an emergency line.
Source: National Council on Problem Gambling (nonprofit). Last checked November 7, 2026.
Treatment for problems with alcohol, drugs, prescription medicines, and tobacco. Includes counseling, detox, medicine, and live-in care.
Who it serves: Veterans. Apply for VA health care to get ongoing treatment.
VA mental health line. Weekdays, daytime hours (Eastern). It helps you find care, and you do not need to be enrolled to call. You can also walk in to any VA medical center.
Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA.gov). Last checked November 7, 2026.
A list of VA substance use programs, sorted by state.
Who it serves: Veterans
Find your state, then call the program or your VA medical center.
Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA.gov). Last checked November 7, 2026.
Live-in treatment for drug or alcohol use and other mental health needs, at VA sites across the country.
Who it serves: Veterans enrolled in VA health care
Ask a mental health provider at your local VA medical center. Most veterans must be enrolled in VA health care.
Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA.gov). Last checked November 7, 2026.
Naloxone reverses an opioid overdose. The VA provides it free and teaches you and your family how to use it.
Who it serves: Veterans enrolled in VA health care
Ask your VA provider. If you are not enrolled, ask a pharmacist. Naloxone is sold without a prescription; some places charge a fee.
Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA.gov). Last checked November 7, 2026.
Search for drug and alcohol treatment near you.
Who it serves: Anyone
Source: U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Last checked November 7, 2026.
Free support meetings for people who want to stop gambling. In person, online, or by phone.
Who it serves: People with a gambling problem
National hotline.
Source: Gamblers Anonymous (nonprofit fellowship). Last checked November 7, 2026.
Free meetings for people who want to stop drinking. In person or online.
Who it serves: Anyone who wants to stop drinking
Find a meeting on the website or in the free Meeting Guide app.
Source: Alcoholics Anonymous (nonprofit fellowship). Last checked November 7, 2026.
Free meetings for people recovering from drug use. In person or online.
Who it serves: Anyone who wants to stop using drugs
Use "Find NA Near You" or the virtual meeting finder on the website.
Source: Narcotics Anonymous (nonprofit fellowship). Last checked November 7, 2026.
Free recovery meetings based on science, for any addiction. Also has groups for family and friends.
Who it serves: Anyone with an addiction, and their family
Source: SMART Recovery (nonprofit). Last checked November 7, 2026.
Free meetings for family and friends of someone who drinks too much.
Who it serves: Family and friends, including teens
In-person, online, and phone meetings.
Source: Al-Anon Family Groups (nonprofit). Last checked November 7, 2026.
Free meetings for family and friends of someone who uses drugs.
Who it serves: Family and friends, including teens
In-person and online meetings.
Source: Nar-Anon Family Groups (nonprofit). Last checked November 7, 2026.
Call first. Hours and availability change. We cannot promise you qualify for a program or that help is available the same day.
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