Supportive Services for Veteran Families A Program of North Dakota Coalition for Homeless People and North Dakota Community Action Partnership

Supportive Services for Veteran Families Community Action Partnership Williston, ND

Supportive Services for Veteran Families SSVF serves every county in North Dakota through eight regional Community Action Agencies: Williston- (701)572-8191 Minot- (701)839-7221 Devils Lake- (701)622-6500 Grand Forks- (701)746-5431 Fargo- (701)232-2452 Jamestown- (701)252-1821 Bismarck- (701)258-2240 Dickinson- (701)227-0131 Visit www.capnd.org for more information

Supportive Services for Veteran Families Mission of SSVF Supportive Services for Veteran Families program was started in 2008 and has grown to cover the majority of the United States, starting in North Dakota in 2012. It is a Partnership of the North Dakota Coalition for Homeless People and North Dakota Community Action Partnership, along with all the Community Action Agencies in North Dakota. The goal of SSVF is promoting housing stability among very low-income Veteran families who reside in or are transitioning to permanent housing. SSVF supports a Housing First approach by helping the Veteran family meet it’s primary need of housing, while addressing barriers to housing stability.

Supportive Services for Veteran Families Eligibility The Veteran must meet three conditions to qualify for SSVF: A member of a Veteran Family Veteran is defined as a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released there from under conditions other than dishonorable. Very Low Income (Under 50% Area Median Income) Literally homeless, or at imminent risk of becoming literally homeless

Supportive Services for Veteran Families Required Documents for Verification DD-214 to verify Veteran status Paystubs or tax forms to verify gross annual income Verification of Housing Status: If homeless, staff verification or self-verification of homelessness is sufficient If imminently at risk of losing housing, lease and eviction notice are required.

Supportive Services for Veteran Families SSVF Services Provided Outreach Case Management Temporary Financial Assistance

Supportive Services for Veteran Families Outreach Veteran Outreach Relationships with local service providers and Veteran resources VA Stand Downs Urban and Rural outreach Community Outreach Community agencies that may serve low-income populations Organizations are encouraged to provide referrals Landlord Outreach Develop relationships with landlords willing to rent to Veterans with poor rental history or other housing barriers

Supportive Services for Veteran Families Case Management Individualized case management to increase housing stability Housing Stability Planning and Housing Counseling Coordinating Provision of Supportive Services Assistance in Obtaining VA and non-VA benefits and services Use Community Connections to Enhance Effectiveness of services Referrals and Connections to Healthcare (VA or non-VA), Employment, Legal Services, Transportation, Financial Planning, and any other referrals needed

Supportive Services for Veteran Families Temporary Financial Assistance Rental Assistance and Rent Arrears Utility Payments Security and Utility Deposits (once every 2 years) Housing Stability Expenses associated with obtaining or maintaining employment and/or housing Emergency Housing Assistance when finances are available

Supportive Services for Veteran Families SSVF can’t pay for: Mortgage, or other homeowner costs Construction or rehabilitation of buildings Credit card bills or debt Extensive car repairs Car payments Relocation transportation expenses (bus, train, or plane tickets) Medical or dental care and medicines Food Pet care Court-ordered judgements, fines, or fees

Supportive Services for Veteran Families Funds are not released to the participant; all funds are issued to a third party Community supports can cost-share to assist with rent or other costs Example: SSVF will pay half of the rent, and partner with VFW, Community Action, or local non-profit to pay the remaining rent. Veteran is re-certified for program every three months How are they referred

Supportive Services for Veteran Families Frequently Asked Questions Q: How long can someone stay in the program? A: The program is intended to be a brief intervention and connection to long-term support if needed. Case Management can continue an extended period of time until necessary supports for housing stability are in place. Q: How can a Veteran or family member be referred? A: Call your local Community Action Agency or visit www.capnd.org to find contact information for the SSVF representative in your region

Supportive Services for Veteran Families Visit www.capnd.org or call (701)572-8191 for more information! Feel free to email Nancy Reiger, the SSVF Case Manager with Williston’s Community Action Partnership at ssvf@willistoncap.org