• Community Partners Receive VA Funds to Fight Vet Homelessness

    Late last year, we announced Veteran homelessness was down 12 […]

  • West Virginia Cyclists Ride to DC for Homeless Vets

    VA Employee and Army Veteran

    Mr. Hill was wondering what he could do for homeless Veterans. That discussion became the inspiration for a 425 mile bike ride that Mr. Hill began on Saturday with seven other riders.

  • For Homeless Veterans, a REACHable Goal

    Director of VA Innovation Initiative; VA's Chief Technology Officer

    In March, the VA Innovation Initiative (VAi2) launched Project REACH with Jon Bon Jovi and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to put information about local homelessness resources into the hands of people who can help others in need. We’re excited to announce the finalists today.

  • Communities Get Fit to Fight Veteran Homelessness

    Acting Executive Director, Homeless Veterans Initiative Office

    National and local experts—including representatives from VA—are working together to provide communities with the tools, funding, and resources needed to reduce Veteran homelessness. Boot camp participants, in turn, closely track their own progress in meeting the targets.

  • VA and HUD Join Forces to Help At-Risk and Homeless Vets

    National Director Homeless Programs, Veterans Health Administration

    Communities across the country are helping to raise awareness of Veteran homelessness so that millions of Americans can live better lives. VA is doing its part to give Veterans and their families the help and services they need to get back on their feet.

  • Homeless Women Veteran on the Rise; VA Improving Services

    Director for Homeless Veteran Initiatives at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

    VA’s efforts to provide housing and health care support for women Veterans have never been more critical. The number of homeless women Veterans continues to rise. As a result, VA is taking steps to improve and expand its services for women Veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.

  • Using Technology to Help Homeless Veterans

    Deputy Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is excited to launch a competition to provide easy access to resources that homeless Veterans need, when they need them, and where they can get them.

  • Homeless Veteran Population Falls 12 Percent in Last Year

    When Secretary Shinseki came to VA nearly three years ago, […]

  • VA Focuses on Prevention to End Veteran Homelessness

    VA recognizes Veteran homelessness as a critical issue, and is committed to prevention and offering resources.

  • “Where were you before you became homeless?”

    We’ve all walked past them—lying in doorways under boxes or […]

  • If the Holidays Are Rough, Know that VA is Here

    The holidays can be stressful and isolating for Veterans. VA counselors are available via phone or chat room. If you need help, it's here.