Supporting Our Veterans' Mental Health
A dedicated resource hub offering mental health support and services for veterans in the Tri-Cities area, including Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland.
Access local resources and support tailored for veterans in the Tri-Cities area.
Emergency & Crisis Support
- Veterans Crisis Line
- 24/7 confidential support.
- 📞 Dial 988 then press 1
- 🌐 veteranscrisisline.net
- 24-Hour Crisis Line & Shelter
- Immediate assistance and shelter services.
- 📞 (509) 582-9841
Mental health is a critical part of overall well-being, especially for our veterans who may face unique challenges after their service. From transitioning to civilian life to managing the long-term effects of trauma, veterans often carry burdens that deserve compassionate support and understanding.
In the Tri-Cities—Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland—veterans have access to a wide range of local mental health resources. Whether you’re seeking counseling, peer support, crisis services, or help navigating benefits, this page is designed to connect you with the trusted organizations ready to serve those who served us.
Local Mental Health Resources
Counseling & Support Services
- Columbia Basin Veterans Center
- Provides counseling, PTSD support, and assistance with VA benefits.
- 📞 (509) 545-6558
- 🌐 columbiabasinvetcenter.org
- WDVA Counseling & Wellness Program
- Offers confidential counseling for veterans and their families.
- 📞 1-800-562-2308
- 🌐 dva.wa.gov/counselingWash VA
- NAMI Tri-Cities
- Provides mental health education and support groups for veterans.
- 📞 (509) 943-3794
- 🌐 namitricities.org
- Roberto Valdez, Ph.D.
Veteran Service Officers
- John Penney – Benton/Franklin VSO
- Assists with VA claims and benefits.
- 📍 Columbia Basin Veterans Center, 1020 S 7th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301
- 📞 Office: (509) 545-6558 x23
- 📞 Cell: (509) 873-1724
- 📧 john.penney@co.benton.wa.usWash VA+1Kennewick VFW+1
Healthcare Facilities
- Richland VA Clinic
- Offers primary care and mental health services.
- 📍 825 Jadwin Ave, Suite 250, Richland, WA 99352
- 📞 (509) 946-1020
- 🌐 va.gov/walla-walla-health-care/locations/richland-va-clinicWash VA
- Jonathan M. Wainwright VA Medical Center
- Provides comprehensive mental health care.
- 📍 775 SE 13th Ave, Walla Walla, WA 99362
- 📞 (509) 525-5200
- 🌐 va.gov/walla-walla-health-careCBVC+2Visiting Angels+2Wash VA+2
Support Groups
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- For women veterans, by women veterans.
- 📞 (509) 526-8387 or (509) 386-6813
Common Ground Support Group
Alcoholics Anonymous
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- Support for veterans dealing with alcohol-related issues.
- 📞 (509) 547-9000
- Narcotics Anonymous
- Support for veterans dealing with substance abuse.
- 📞 (509) 546-8244
Emergency & Crisis Support
- Veterans Crisis Line
- 24/7 confidential support.
- 📞 Dial 988 then press 1
- 🌐 veteranscrisisline.net
- 24-Hour Crisis Line & Shelter
- Immediate assistance and shelter services.
- 📞 (509) 582-9841
Additional Resources
- Benton County Veterans Resources
- Provides assistance with burial expenses, case management, childcare, dental assistance, food assistance, motel/hotel for homeless vets, rental assistance, transportation assistance, and work-specific necessities to gain employment.
- 📍 7102 W Okanogan Place, Suite 201, Kennewick, WA 99336
- 📞 (509) 737-3987
- 📧 niria.lucatero@co.benton.wa.us
- 🌐 dva.wa.gov/resources/county/BentonWash VA+1Benton County, Washington+1
- Visiting Angels – Home Care for Veterans
- Provides in-home care services for veterans.
- 📞 (509) 572-3800
- 🌐 visitingangels.com/kennewick/home-care-veteransWash VA
- Wounded Warrior Project
- Offers mental health programs, retreats, and services to help veterans recover.
- 🌐 woundedwarriorproject.org/programs/mental-wellnessWikipedia+3Wounded Warrior Project+3Wikipedia