Walking With Warriors
At Van Buren Community Mental Health, our Veteran Navigator program is dedicated to honoring and supporting veterans and military families of all backgrounds, service eras, and discharge statuses.
Whether you’re looking for help with mental health, substance use, housing, employment, or navigating benefits, our team is here to connect you and your loved ones with the right federal, state, and local resources—every step of the way.
You answered the call to serve our country. Now, we’re here to serve you.
Here for Every Veteran, Every Journey
Our Veteran Navigator will work with you and your family to find the support you deserve. Whether you need help with mental health care, housing, benefits, employment, or community resources, we’ll guide you every step of the way—advocating for your needs and making sure your voice is heard. We’re here to break down barriers and connect you with the care and opportunities you’ve earned.
John DuBois
Van Buren County Veteran Navigator (VN)
Email: jdubois@vbcmh.com
Phone: 269-621-6251
If you are a Veteran in an immediate crisis or concerned about one, you’re not alone—the Veterans Crisis Line is here for you. You don’t have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to call 988 or text 838255 24/7 for confidential support. The Veterans Crisis Line serves Veteran service members, National Guard, Reserve, and those who support them.
Photo Credit: Marine Corps Cpl. Emily Hazelbaker
Our Mission
Van Buren Community Mental Health Authority, a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), offers prevention, assessment, crisis intervention, treatment and support to all people in Van Buren County to help them meet their own chosen life and work goals.
Care For All
VBCMH complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.
*No one will be denied access to services due to inability to pay; and there is a discounted/sliding fee schedule based on family size and income.
Our Locations
Main Access Center: Paw Paw Family Resource Center (Human Resource Building HSB)
801 Hazen St., Paw Paw, MI 49079
Phone: 269-657-5574
Hartford Family Resource Center
57418 CR 681, Hartford, MI 49057
Phone: 269-621-6251
Lifespan
61899 M-43, Bangor, MI 49013
Phone: 269-427-5671
South Haven Family Resource Center
1007 E. Wells St., South Haven, MI 49090
Phone: 269-637-5297
Contact Information
Customer Service
Phone: 269-655-3333
Toll-Free: 1-800-922-1418
Fax: 269-657-3474
24/7 Crisis Line
Phone: 1-800-922-1418
24/7 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Dial/Chat: 988
Línea de texto de crisis en español
Envía un mensaje de texto con la palabra HOLA al 741741
Voice/TTY (MI Relay Service)
Dial: 711
Communication Assistance
Communication resources in alternative languages and formats (Braille, Spanish, audio & communication enhancements, sign language, TDI) are available at no cost. Please contact Customer Service at 269-655-3333 or toll-free at 1-800-922-1418 to access.
• ATTENTION: If you speak English, free language assistance services are available. Call 269-655-3333 or toll-free at 1-800-922-1418 (TTY: 711).
• ATENCIÓN: Si habla español, hay servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística disponibles. Llame al 269-655-3333 or toll-free at 1-800-922-1418 (TTY: 711).
• تنبيه: إذا كنت تتحدث العربية، تتوفر خدمات مساعدة لغوية مجانية. اتصل على 269-655-3333 أو الرقم المجاني 1-800-922-1418 (TTY: 711).