Health Care for Homeless Veterans
The Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) program is part of the broader efforts by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to address homelessness among Veterans.
Goals
- Provide health care, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment to homeless Veterans.
- Facilitate access to housing and social services through outreach and case management.
- Reduce homelessness among Veterans by linking them with permanent housing solutions.
- Support the transition of homeless Veterans into stable, self-sufficient lives.
Sponsor
- *United States Department of Veterans Affairs* (VA)
- *VA Homeless Programs* (VA Homeless Programs)
Creation
The HCHV was formally established in 1987 as part of the Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act, later renamed the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, which aimed to address homelessness generally, including for Veterans.
Funding
Funding for HCHV is included in the VA's annual budget, specifically allocated for homeless Veterans' services. Specific amounts vary year by year, but millions are annually dedicated to this initiative. Funding is ongoing, contingent on annual appropriations.
Leadership
The title of the leader of the program is **Director** of VA Homeless Programs.
Website
Social Media Accounts
- No specific social media accounts are listed for HCHV, but updates might be shared through:
* [*https://twitter.com/VAVetBenefits Twitter (X): @VAVetBenefits]
Wikipedia Article
No specific Wikipedia article exists for "Health Care for Homeless Veterans." Information might be found under broader topics like Department of Veterans Affairs or Homelessness in the United States.