Mission and vision
VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Healthcare System (VATVCBHCS) remains committed to honoring our Nation’s Veterans by ensuring a safe environment to deliver exceptional health care.
How do I get help for a Veteran who’s in crisis?
If you’re concerned about a Veteran in crisis, connect with our caring, qualified Veterans Crisis Line responders for confidential help. Many of them are Veterans themselves. This service is private, free, and available 24/7.
To connect with a Veterans Crisis Line responder anytime, day or night:
- Call 988
- Text 838255
- Start a confidential chat
- For TTY, call 711 then 988
If you’re concerned about a Veteran who’s homeless or at risk of becoming homeless
Call the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 877-424-3838 for help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You or the Veteran can talk privately with a trained VA counselor for free.
Our mission
Honor America’s Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.
Our vision
VA will lead the future in delivering unparalleled health and well-being to our nation’s Veterans, and to the nation.
Who we serve
VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System service Veterans in Texas, through 8 community-based clinics and the Harlingen VA Clinic in South Texas. We are one of the leading health care systems serving Veterans in the Heart of Texas VA Healthcare Network (VISN 17).