Veterans Affairs & Local Organizations  

Check out some of these resources for more information directly from the U.S. Department of Affairs website!

Local NH Resources:

• Veterans Count New Hampshire: This organization provides critical and timely financial assistance and services when no other resource is available to veterans, service members, and their families, ensuring that they can access necessary support services.

• Liberty House: Liberty House is a transitional house in Manchester, NH, dedicated to helping homeless veterans transition to independent living. They provide housing, food, clothing, counseling, and other support services to veterans in need.

• Veterans Health Administration - Manchester VA Medical Center: This facility offers a range of healthcare services tailored to the needs of veterans, including primary care, mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment, and specialized services for homeless veterans.

• New Hampshire Coalition to End Homelessness: This coalition works to end homelessness in New Hampshire through advocacy, education, and coordination of services. They may have valuable insights into systemic barriers and opportunities for improving access to housing assistance and support programs for homeless veterans.

• Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP) Providers: There may be local organizations in New Hampshire that participate in the HVRP, which focuses on providing employment and job training services to homeless veterans. These providers could offer insights into employment-related barriers and facilitators for homeless veterans.

• Local Community Health Centers and Mental Health Clinics: Community health centers and mental health clinics in New Hampshire may offer services tailored to the needs of homeless individuals, including veterans. They could provide insights into challenges related to accessing healthcare and mental health services for homeless veterans.

• Local Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs): Organizations such as the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), and Disabled American Veterans (DAV) have chapters throughout New Hampshire. They may offer support, resources, and advocacy for homeless veterans in the state.

• University of New Hampshire's Social Work Program: Collaborating with social work students or faculty at the University of New Hampshire could provide valuable research partnerships or connections to resources and organizations working with homeless veterans in the state.