Resources For Veterans

Free emergency mental health care for Veterans
As of January 17, 2023, Veterans in acute suicidal crisis can go to any VA or non-VA health care facility for emergency health care at no cost – including inpatient or crisis residential care for up to 30 days and outpatient care for up to 90 days. Veterans do not need to be enrolled in the VA system to use this benefit.
Free emergency mental health care news release and details
Self-Help Resources for Veterans
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is committed to assisting Penn State student veterans with services to smooth their transition to university life. In addition to individual counseling services, we encourage you to use the following list of resources specific to veterans:
Local Resources & Support
- Penn State Office of Veterans Programs
can provide help with the GI Bill
325 Boucke Building
814-863-0465 - VA Outpatient Clinic, State College Office
- 814- 867-5415
- Penn State Veterans Affairs and Services
- Adult Learner Programs and Services
135 Boucke Building
814-863-7378
Penn State Resources
- Financial Aid Information for Veterans
- Penn State Student Veteran Clubs & Organizations
- Penn State University Veteran's Organization (PSUVO)
A student organization for veterans - Omega Delta Sigma, National Veterans Fraternity, Inc.
Pennsylvania Alpha Chapter - Undergraduate Admissions Information for Student Veterans
Additional Mental Health Resources
- Homefront Mental Health through National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
- National Center for PTSD Resources
- National Suicide Prevention Hotline Veteran Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK (Veterans press 1)
- Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans Association
- Veterans Administration Benefits & Services
800-827-1000 - U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (GI Bill)
Toll-free VA number: 1-888-442-4551
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