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Suicide prevention

If you're a Veteran who is having suicidal thoughts—or you know a Veteran who’s considering this—we can help. Our VA Iowa City health care suicide prevention coordinators can get you the support you need. They work with our behavioral health providers and community organizations to assist Veterans who are managing emotional or mental health crises.

How do I talk to someone right now?

If you’re a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, 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:

You can also:

  • Call 911.
  • Go to the nearest emergency room.
  • Go directly to your nearest VA medical center. It doesn’t matter what your discharge status is or if you’re enrolled in VA health care.
    Find your nearest VA medical center

Connect with a care coordinator

Our suicide prevention coordinators can help you get ongoing support, like counseling and other services. Coordinators are available during regular business hours.

Connect 24/7

Connect with our caring, qualified Veterans Crisis Line responders for confidential help. This service is private, free, and available 24/7.

To connect with a Veterans Crisis Line responder anytime day or night:

You can also:

  • Call 911.
  • Go to the nearest emergency room.
  • Go directly to your nearest VA medical center. It doesn't matter what your discharge status is or if you're enrolled in VA health care.
    Find your nearest VA medical center

Connect with your local care coordinator

Local care coordinators are available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 

Robert Otto

Robert Otto

Suicide Prevention Program Coordinator

VA Iowa City health care

Phone:

Email: VHASPCIA-636A8IOWSuicidePreventionTeam@va.gov

Carolyn Marty

Carolyn Marty

Suicide Prevention Coordinator

VA Iowa City health care

Phone:

Email: VHASPCIA-636A8IOWSuicidePreventionTeam@va.gov

Ashley Mills

Ashley Mills

Suicide Prevention Coordinator

VA Iowa City health care

Phone:

Email: VHASPCIA-636A8IOWSuicidePreventionTeam@va.gov

Care we provide at VA Iowa City health care 

  • Suicide prevention care coordinators
  • Suicide prevention case managers
  • Gun safety locks

  • VA resources to help Veterans in crisis, including warning signs and tips for talking to children about family members' crises.

  • VA Iowa City is a center for excellence for Veteran-focused mental health care. We can connect you with the help you need.

  • Find out how to access depression health services through VA.

  • Find out how to access health services for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) through VA.

  • The foundation provides mental health resources for people struggling with thoughts of suicide. They also offer supportive educational tools for concerned family, friends and peers.

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