Homeless veterans are people who have served in the armed forces and are currently without proper accommodation. Contrary to public perception, this type of homelessness isn’t exclusive to the US alone and isn’t a new phenomenon either. Lack of economic stability and economic hardships were among the major factors that led to the explosion of this phenomenon in the post-Vietnam War period. In addition, veterans from more recent conflicts were also affected. The US Department of Veteran Affairs states that most homeless veterans in America are predominantly male with only a small number of them being, in fact, female.
Because all of us believe and understand in the fabric of the common bond of why we call ourselves American is to care for the men and women who wear the uniform; and when they take off the uniform, we care for them when they are veterans.
Steve Buyer
There are multiple factors that could lead homeless veterans to become addicted to substances and currently with 70% of them have substance abuse problems. Substance abuse can be the result of any number of financial, mental, or social issues gripping homeless veterans.
Affordable healthcare is also a great issue – according to the New Harvard-Public Citizen Study around 1.53 million veterans are uninsured and 2 million can’t afford healthcare.
JTS Support Services is available for as long as needed while continue veteran transition to independent living. Follow-up support helps address adjustment issues before they reach crisis level, facilitating stability and reducing the chances of future homelessness. Even after individuals successfully complete the program and move out, they are encouraged to maintain contact with their case managers and to use the JTS support services.
Affordable healthcare is also a great issue – according to the New Harvard-Public Citizen Study around 1.53 million veterans are uninsured and 2 million can’t afford healthcare.