Support for Law Enforcement and First Responders

Support for Law Enforcement and First Responders


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This page provides resources for law enforcement and first responders who are assisting Veterans in crisis.


The Veterans Crisis Line connects Veterans and Service members in crisis and their families and friends with qualified, caring VA responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online


chat, or text.


 • Chat online at https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/get-help-now/chat/ 


Wayne, Livingston, Genesee, and Western Oakland Counties: Brad Watkins, LMSW, VJO CoordinatorPhone: 734-369-1300 Email: [email protected]


Monroe, Jackson, Lenawee, and Washtenaw Counties: Jamie Wright, LMSW, VJO Coordinator Phone: 734-478-3551 Email: [email protected]


Lucas, Wood, Hancock, Sandusky, Ottawa, and Re-Entry Services for MDOC institutions in Southern Michigan: Christy Wood, LISW-S, VJO Coordinator Phone: 734-934-1607 Email: [email protected]


Lucas, Defiance, Fulton, Henry, Williams and Re-Entry Services for MDOC institutions in Southern Michigan: Robert Quillen, LISW-S, VJO CoordinatorPhone: 734-255-0806 Email: