The Long Way Home: Veterans Reclaiming Their Lives

The Missoula Housing Authority offers housing assistance to
veterans through programs like HUD-VASH, which combines rental
assistance with VA case management and supportive
services. MHA's Valor House provides 17 one-bedroom units
for permanent housing for homeless veterans, featuring communal
amenities such as a kitchen, meeting spaces, and laundry
facilities.  In 2023, MHA received funding to expand
permanent housing options for homeless veterans and their
families. 


Established in 1990, Veterans Inc. is a nonprofit organization
headquartered in Massachusetts, serving veterans and their
families across New England, Montana, and North Dakota. It
provides holistic supportive services, including housing,
employment and training, case management, food security,
behavioral healthcare, suicide prevention, and programs for women
veterans.  Veterans Inc. has assisted over 100,000
veterans, achieving an 85% success rate in transitioning them out
of homelessness. 


Valor House is a 72-bed transitional housing facility operated by
First Step House, offering housing and supportive services to
veterans experiencing homelessness. The program provides
structured support to help veterans transition to permanent
housing.


Show notes:


00:04:32 - Journey from Alcoholism to Recovery


00:07:55 - Importance of Seeking Help


00:11:45 - Supporting Veterans and Community Programs


00:13:34 - Understanding Homelessness Among Veterans


00:17:22 - Finding Support and Rebuilding Life


00:25:15 - Opening Your Eyes to Change


00:26:42 - Supporting Veterans in Need


00:29:01 - Embracing Support and Community


00:30:36 - Journey to Self-Sufficiency


00:33:47 - Life at Valor House


00:35:04 - Update on Eye Surgery and Community Care


00:36:30 - Conservation Tips for Baby Birds


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