Are you experiencing an emotional or mental health issue?

Call 988, Option 1 to speak to a 24/7 crisis counselor, or text 838255. Secure chat is also available at the Veterans Crisis Line website. You may also call the VA Vet Center at (651) 644-4022 during normal business hours to speak with a professional veteran's counselor and to arrange an individual session in-person or in a group setting with other veterans.

 Lyon County Veteran Services 

607 West Main Street 

Marshall, Minnesota 56258  

Phone: (507) 537-6729

Fax: (507) 537-4073

DavidGirgen@co.lyon.mn.us

March 28, 2025

To our local area veterans,

 If you are in need of immediate assistance for a mental health issue, please Call 988, Option 1 to speak with a 24/7 crisis counselor. You can also text 838255 or access secure chat through the Veterans Crisis Line website. The Veterans Crisis Line provides free, confidential support 24/7, 365 days a year.

 For those seeking professional counseling during normal business hours, you can contact the VA Vet Center at (651) 644-4022 to speak with a veteran’s counselor and arrange individual or group counseling sessions.

As an Assistant County Veteran Service Officer for Lyon County with Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), I am also here to support you. My training in the Pathway for Assisting Life (PAL) model has equipped me to recognize signs of suicide and intervene effectively to help keep you safe.

I understand the heavy toll that combat deployments take on service members. As someone dedicated to helping area veterans who have given so much to our nation, I want you to know that you are not alone in this fight. We are here to help you through your darkest moments.

You have sacrificed so much for our freedoms, and now it’s our turn to support you when you need it most. Please reach out to our office or my County cell, and together we can work to find the help you need. Remember, your life matters, and there are people and resources available to support you through any challenges you may be facing.

David Girgen

Assistant Veteran Service Officer

Lyon County Veteran Services

Office: 507-537-6729

Cell: 507-829-3746