Why is Veterans Housing Assistance Needed?
No one knows how many Veterans are homeless, it is estimated that on any given night, from 200,000 to 400,000 Veterans are homeless.
This represents 25% of the national homeless population, even though Veterans account for 10% of the general population.
This is a national tragedy that can and should be addressed.
There is an increased need for housing and social services to support the men and women returning from operations in Iraq.
There will be more cases of post traumatic stress disorder, and other psychological, as well as physical injuries that put Veterans at risk of becoming homeless. Interested. Read More>
Statistics that will get your Attention
- 200,000 to 400,000 veterans are homeless every night.
- An estimated 25% of all homeless are veterans, but veterans only account for 10% of the general population.