Homeless Veterans Could Get Free Food, Phones and Transport Under VA Plan
Summary
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is starting a new $29 million program to help homeless veterans. The program will provide food, phones, rental help, hotel stays, and free transportation to eligible veterans starting in fiscal year 2027.Key Facts
- The VA will spend $11 million on goods and services and $18 million on transportation for homeless veterans.
- The assistance is authorized under the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act.
- Eligible veterans can get food, clothing, hygiene products, furniture, bedding, and short-term shelter like hotel stays.
- Rental help can cover rent, utilities, deposits, moving costs, and storage, usually up to 10 months in two years.
- Veterans may receive smartphones or tablets to help them stay in touch with service providers and family.
- Transportation support includes public transit vouchers and rideshare trips for medical visits, housing searches, and other essential needs.
- The program will not give cash directly to veterans; VA medical centers will buy goods and services instead.
- Veterans must be homeless under the federal definition or be part of the HUD-VASH supportive housing program to qualify.
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