Get help from the Veterans Crisis Line 24/7Substance Use Challenges
Substance use challenges can impact your life in many ways. Things like feeling like a burden, racking up legal & financial expenses, feeling like you can’t stop using, or having relationship problems can all stem from substance use.
Here are resources for Veterans experiencing substance use challenges.
You’re off to a good start! We’re sending you off site to trusted sources of information and support, primarily from VA. Return here for more options or consider contacting VA directly. Remember, you’ve earned the support.
Alcohol Use3 Resources
- About Alcohol Use Disorder (Make the Connection)Self-help tools and VA resources to learn about alcohol use disorderVisit
- Understanding Recovery from Alcohol Use DisorderLearn about alcohol use disorder, healthy drinking limits, and treatment options to support recoveryVisit
- Learn about Alcohol (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)Learn about alcohol use, its risks, and available treatment optionsVisit
Tobacco Use3 Resources
Substance Use4 Resources
- Substance Use OverviewSigns and symptoms of substance use disorderVisit
- Substance Use Health CareSupport and treatment for substance use problems through VAVisit
- About Substance Use Disorder (Make the Connection)Self-help tools and VA resources to learn about substance use disorder.Visit
- About Harm ReductionNaloxone and harm reduction educationVisit
Housing Assistance2 Resources
Find Local Resources3 Resources
- Find your Local VA Suicide Prevention Coordinator24/7 confidential crisis support for Veterans and their loved onesVisit
- Substance Use Disorder Program LocatorSubstance use disorder programs by stateVisit
- Search For Treatment (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)Confidentiality search for mental health or substance use disorder treatment facilitiesVisit