VA National Call Center for Homeless Veterans
24/7 help finding VA housing support and services. Chat also available.
Official page: va.gov/homeless/nationalcallcenter.asp
Help for Veterans in Rhode Island: Housing, Crisis Support and Benefits
Where Rhode Island veterans can find housing help, a crisis line, VA care, jobs and free legal help, including the VA National Call Center and Operation Stand Down Rhode Island.
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Hi friend. Thank you for your service. If you are a veteran who is homeless, at risk of losing your home, or struggling, there are programs just for you. Start with one call.
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Who do I call if I'm a homeless veteran?
Call the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 877 424 3838. It is open 24/7. A trained VA counselor asks about your situation, finds urgent needs and helps you find housing support or VA services nearby. Family and friends can call too. A free online chat is also available.
Official page: va.gov/homeless/nationalcallcenter.asp
What if I'm in crisis?
Dial 988 then press 1, text 838255, or chat online with the Veterans Crisis Line. It is free and confidential, open 24/7, and you don't need to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care.
Official page: veteranscrisisline.net
What does Operation Stand Down Rhode Island do?
It is Rhode Island's main nonprofit resource for homeless and at risk veterans. It offers housing and rental assistance, employment and training, help with VA disability claims, free legal help, a food pantry and a hygiene program. The office is at 1010 Hartford Ave in Johnston. Call 401 383 4730, weekdays 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Official page: osdri.org
Where is VA health care in Rhode Island?
VA Providence Healthcare System is at 830 Chalkstone Avenue in Providence. Clinics are at 623 Atwells Avenue and 75 Eagle Street in Providence, and at One Corporate Place in Middletown. Find the phone numbers on the VA locations page.
Official page: va.gov/providence-health-care/locations
What VA housing programs exist?
The VA homeless programs site lists HUD VASH, Supportive Services for Veteran Families, Grant and Per Diem, Health Care for Homeless Veterans, and Legal Services for Veterans. Call the national line at 877 424 3838 to find out which one fits you. Rhode Island Legal Services also has a Legal Services for Veterans Project.
Official page: va.gov/homeless
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Bunkly tip: bring your DD 214 or any VA paperwork you have when you call or visit. If you don't have it, say so, and ask them how to get a copy.
Who to call in Rhode Island
Here are official places to start. Other places may also help. Each place decides who it can serve, and hours change, so call ahead when you can.
Veterans Crisis Line
Dial 988 then press 1, text 838255, or chat. Free and confidential, 24/7.
Official page: veteranscrisisline.net
Operation Stand Down Rhode Island
Housing, rental help, jobs, VA claims, legal help, food and hygiene items. Johnston.
Official page: osdri.org
VA Providence Healthcare System
Medical and mental health care at 830 Chalkstone Avenue, Providence, and nearby clinics.
Official page: va.gov/providence-health-care/locations
VA Homeless Programs
Information on HUD VASH, supportive services for veteran families and other programs.
Official page: va.gov/homeless
Rhode Island Legal Services, Legal Services for Veterans Project
Free civil legal help for eligible veterans. Providence 401 274 2652.
Official page: rils.org
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Sources last checked Oct 28, 2026. If something has changed, please tell us so we can fix it.
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