Single access point now available for veterans to reach all VA contact centers
The Department of Veterans Affairs launched a single access point to all VA contact centers in order to simplify the process for veterans. The consolidated phone number, 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411), is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to serve veterans, their families, caregivers and survivors.
Responding to veteran feedback on the challenges of knowing the right number for VA assistance,1-800-MyVA411 serves all members of the veteran community seeking information or help.
According to the VA, veterans and their families can still reach the Veterans Crisis Line directly by calling 1-800-273-8255 and then pressing 1, by chat or by texting 838255. The White House VA Hotline is also still available at 1-855-948-2311 for veterans and their families to share compliments and concerns.
1-800-MyVA411 provides information on:
COVID-19 updates.
Health care eligibility and enrollment.
VA benefits, such as disability, compensation and pension, education programs, caregiver support, insurance, home loans, and burial headstones and markers.
The nearest VA medical centers, benefits offices or cemeteries to veterans; VA medical center operational updates; and connection to VA medical center operators.
Directory assistance and technical support for VA.gov.
Debt and payment options.
When dialing 1-800-MyVA411, callers also have the option of pressing 0 to be immediately connected with a customer service agent to answer questions.
| Will I be able to speak to a live agent?Yes!When you call 1-800-MyVA411 and press 0, you will reach a live agent for immediate assistance or connection to the right VA experts. The VA Welcome KitA simplified guide to help you get the most out of your VA experienceInside you will find an overview of VA benefits and services, important phone numbers and resources, and “Quick Start Guides” on specific programs, services, and topics.Quick Start Guides These handy “Quick Start Guides” will help you navigate your VA benefits and services, with checklists to keep you organized and on track to apply for them.Apply for VA health careGet started with mental health servicesGet started with health services for women VeteransUnderstanding community careAccessing urgent careApply for a disability ratingApply for education benefitsApply for burial in a VA national cemetery and for memorial productsUnderstanding the modernized decision review processGet started with services for Veterans ages 65+Get started with Veteran state benefits and servicesGet started with Vet Center servicesGet started with caregiver benefitsApply for survivor benefitsExplore VA.gov to learn about your benefits |
| VA is here for you.1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411) is always the right number for information and assistance.Or call directly:Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 and press 1, Chat, or Text 838255 Homeless Veteran Resources: 1-877-424-3838 or Chat White House VA Hotline: 1-855-948-2311 |
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