Moving a Veteran from homelessness into a permanent home should ideally be a quick process. Yet the reality is that it sometimes takes a few weeks, or months, to transition a Veteran to an identified housing unit.
Hire MI Vet is a community collaboration to jumpstart the careers of Michigan Veterans exiting homelessness or experiencing housing instability.
"We’ve maintained ‘functional zero’ because of our eternal vigilance and intense commitment to quickly house any Veteran who becomes homeless because of disability or poverty.”
Late last year, the Columbus VA medical center began hosting job fairs and hiring events where employers can disseminate information and interview homeless Veterans who have applied in advance or that day.
“Our goal is to provide the tools and support necessary for homeless Veterans to transition successfully into healthier and more stable lives,” said Mary Morgan, director of the Elks National Veterans Service Commission.
HUD and VA today awarded $5.9 million in grants to 26 tribes to offer a permanent home and supportive services to Native American Veterans who are experiencing or at risk of experiencing homelessness.
What do Virginia, New Orleans and Houston all have in common? They are among the growing list of localities that have ended Veteran homelessness.
Despite Chris Gardner’s incredible life story, made popular by actor Will Smith in the movie “The Pursuit of Happyness,” the Chicago entrepeneur is most proud of his service in the Navy.
While everyone agrees that there should be no such thing […]
First Lady Michelle Obama releases video to landlords encouraging them to help communities across the country end Veteran homelessness.
“Veterans who are homeless may not have a home, but that doesn't mean they don't have diverse skills that could be put to use to meet the needs of an expanding job market.”
Today, VA Secretary Bob McDonald announced the award of $4 […]