In a suicide crisis, eligible veterans can go to any ER for free. Nearly 50,000 already have.
By: Natalie Oliverio | Published: 2026-07-23 21:16:30 | Source: www.militarytimes.com
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Editor’s note: This report contains discussion of suicide. Troops, veterans and family members experiencing suicidal thoughts can call the 24-hour Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 and dial 1, text 838255 or visit VeteransCrisisLine.net.
The COMPACT Act allows eligible veterans and certain former service members to receive Veterans Affairs-funded emergency suicide crisis care at VA and…
