Volunteers of America Michigan is the single largest contract provider of veterans services in the Lansing region with two programs for homeless veterans: the Veterans Dormitory Program Program (VDP), the Veterans Housing Program (VHP),  and the Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP). With nearly one in three homeless men an armed services veteran, the programs provide sorely needed, life-changing opportunities for homeless veterans.  Eighty three percent of the veterans that complete the programs return to independent living.

The Veterans Dormitory Program (VDP) is a 6-month program that is open to both male and female veterans.  This program offers all of the services of New Hope plus the assistance of the Veteran’s Case Manager and the physical and mental health services of the VA Medical Hospitals. 

The Veterans Housing Program (VHP) is an 18-month program that offers housing and complete clinical services including case management; individual and group counseling; substance abuse treatment; medical care; budgeting assistance; job interviewing and placement; anger management, and recreational opportunities in a therapeutic community setting for  homeless veterans.

The Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP) is a comprehensive employment and training program with wrap-around supportive services designed to address employment barriers by establishing a coordinated case management system with a strong aftercare component.  A continuum of supportive services will be provided and coordinated, giving homeless veterans the ability to participate in job skills training programs while meeting their basic needs.

Volunteers of America Michigan recently broke ground on an expansion that will double the size of the Veterans Housing Program to 40 beds.  This is possible thanks to an award of a capital grant of $259,000 through the VA’s Grant and Per Diem Program for Homeless Veterans and a cash match of $295,062 through the Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati.

Start up costs estimated at $26,000 are needed for completion of this expansion.  To make a donation or for more information on our services for veterans please call:

 Kate Reed

(517) 484-4414 ext. 103

kreed@voami.org