U.S. Court of Appeals for Veteran Claims Considers Nonprofit Grantee Case
A novel case before the United States Court of Appeals for Veteran Claims considers a nonprofit grantee's request for judicial…
Purpose Built Families CEO Seth Eisenberg Says Prevention Key to Overcoming Veteran Housing Challenges
Purpose Built Families Foundation's Chairman & CEO Seth Eisenberg talks about ending veteran homelessness.
“Broken Trust” impacts veterans willingness to seek help from Department of Veterans Affairs, even during crisis
The greatest challenge reaching, engaging, and serving homeless and at-risk veterans is often the "broken trust" they've felt towards the…
Mental Health America Honorees Advancing Wellness, Care and Recovery
Mental Health America honors nine Floridians leading advances in wellness, care, and recovery with 2023 Exceptional People Impacting the Community…
Five Year Study Offers Insights into Ending Veteran Homelessness
A new study offers insights into ending Veteran homelessness, challenges, and what's working.
After decade in prison, Air Force veteran embraces help and hope for a better future
After decade in prison, former Air Force medic embraces help and hope for a better future.
As more veterans face homelessness and housing challenges, nonprofits struggle to keep up
As more veterans face homelessness, nonprofits are struggling to keep up.
Fort Lauderdale Helping Homeless Veterans
Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis highlighted the City's commitment to ending Veteran homelessness in a meeting with homeless Veterans.
VA Program Helps World War II Veteran Facing Eviction in Florida
A 99-year-old World War II veteran was facing eviction in Broward County, Florida when he reached out to Purpose Built…
MLK Inspires Advocates, Results for America’s Veterans
A generation of MLK inspired advocates are helping veterans like Eric Roberson get the veteran benefits they earned. Roberson, 29…
Formerly homeless veterans share successes at “listening visit” with Florida Congressman
Florida Veterans share personal stories overcoming homelessness in "listening visit" with U.S. Congressman.
Who Were America’s Homeless and At-Risk Veterans in 2021
Who were America's homeless and at-risk Veterans in 2021? In South Florida, they were overwhelmingly single men with one or…
Cops helping veterans get benefits, housing, and off the streets
For homeless veterans, a run-in with a local cop may be their best hope for a better future if they…
On Independence Day, Honoring Those Who Were Too Often Forgotten
Eleven months after completing a 15-year prison term and finding himself homeless once more, a US Army Vietnam Veteran saw…
Marriage, family problems leading many veterans to homelessness
Marriage and family problems are leading many veterans to homelessness. VA and its partners are helping veterans strengthen relationships.
Trauma of homelessness grows as more Americans losing homes
The trauma of homelessness is increasing as more Americans are losing their homes. A program that follows the science is…
Veterans Day: Celebrating the Extraordinary
Veterans Day is a celebration of the extraordinary. Matthew Ramasir serves on the frontline helping fellow Veterans overcome homelessness.
Veterans Helping Veterans More Often as Needs Increase
Veterans helping veterans overcome homelessness is becoming increasingly common as needs and challenges continue to grow.
South Florida Veterans Continue to Face Increased Hardships
Low-income veterans are facing increased hardships, threatening South Florida with housing challenges that could impact the Miami-Fort Lauderdale landscape for…
Beating Homelessness, Veterans Help Others Get Benefits They’ve Earned
Veterans who have overcome homelessness are helping others get VA benefits and permanent housing.
VA Grants $27.5M to Florida Non-Profits to Help End Veteran Homelessness
The Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded $27.5 million to help fight Veteran homelessness in Florida.
After Four Deployments, a Marine Fights for Fellow Veterans at Home
After tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, a Marine comes home to fight for the lives of fellow Veterans without a…
Veterans Hard Hit by Coronavirus Need Help
Military veterans have been hard hit by coronavirus. Those serving on the frontlines are urging homeowners and banks to open…
Living Stories of Valor and Sacrifice on the Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice
On the anniversary of the Korean War Armistice, four Korean war era Veterans who overcame homelessness talk about their memories…
Veterans Hurt by COVID-19 Getting Rapid VA Housing Help at Home
Very low income veterans facing housing crises as a result of coronavirus don’t have to leave home to get help…
Facing Coronavirus, a Miami Homeless Veteran Finds He is Not Alone
As the nation locked down, a former Marine was homeless on the streets of Miami, wondering if his luck had…
Army veteran was sleeping in Walmart parking lot to be close to mom
Being close to mom in a South Florida nursing home meant sleeping in a Walmart parking lot. Fortunately, this Army…
Saving Veteran lives means hitting the streets 24/7 motivated and resourced
Will big tech come to the rescue to save veteran lives and end veteran homelessness? The same passion and technologies…
Who are the warriors searching for the Tony Rankins and other homeless veterans in America?
Who are the warriors searching alleyways, parks, and abandoned buildings for homeless veterans like Tony Rankin? Reza Kavoosi is on…
Homelessness Challenging Florida’s Post-9/11 Veterans
"Every conversation around me, people were saying, 'This is real. This is real.' And then I see the news caption,…
Help Needed to End Veteran Homelessness
Fifteen homeless Veteran families will have a chance to move into permanent housing at next weekend's Miami Homeless Veterans Stand…
Like Norman Cooper III, Every Homeless Veteran Has a Name, Story and Dreams that Can Still Come True
Before he knew it, Norman Cooper III, a decorated Army Veteran, had lost it all. His career, money, marriage, and…
Untangling a World of Love Knots
Social media has enabled PAIRS Foundation to advance their mission to help create a safer, saner, more loving world in…
VA Announces $300 Million in New Grants to Help End Homelessness for America’s Veteran Families
The Department of Veterans Affairs is investing $300 million to end homelessness for America's Veteran families, such as this father…
Heat or Spurs – Tough Call for America’s Soldiers?
The Miami Heat and San Antonio Spurs face off in Game 1 of the NBA Finals tonight at 9PM at…
Ending homelessness for Veterans is not just about housing – healthy, stable relationships matter too
Ending homeless for America's veterans is not just about stable, affordable housing. Evidence-based skills training for creating and sustaining healthy,…
American Income Life Executives Help Homeless Veterans Get Fresh Start During Miami Visit
During a company retreat in Miami, American Income Life executives and their spouses help formerly homeless South Florida Veterans get…
From the Trenches of South Florida, Cedric Halyard is Ending Homelessness for America’s Veteran Families
Cedric Halyard, Director of Veteran Outreach for Operation Sacred Trust, overcame homelessness and addictions after returning from deployment in Operation…
Miguel Marquez: “No Veteran Left Behind”
"More than one Veteran has talked about having it all one day and then finding himself living on the streets,…
Brother’s Struggles Inspires Service to Veterans
After four years of Army service, including deployment to the Middle East, Gabby Cornett saw the lasting impact on her…
Love of Country Inspires Rebecca King’s Commitment to End Homelessness for America’s Veteran Families
Rebecca King, a military spouse and Family Support Specialist for Operation Sacred Trust, relocated to Florida from the midwest to…
Denise Martino Starts Homeless South Florida Veterans on Path to Lasting Housing Stability
With a husband who is a Veteran and stepson currently deployed to Afghanistan, Denise Martino can relate to the unique…
Juan Garcia: No Greater Honor Then Serving Veterans
Juan Garcia lived through his mother's struggles as a single-parent while his father was serving in the Korean War. While…
Clifford Johnson Shares Experience Overcoming Homelessness, Addiction to Serve At-Risk Veterans
Clifford Johnson shares his experience overcoming years of homelessness and addictions to serve at-risk and homeless Veterans through weekly resiliency…
Operation Sacred Trust’s Yvette Costa is Helping End Homelessness for South Florida’s Veteran Families
Yvette Costa, a Case Manager for Operation Sacred Trust, has helped end homelessness for hundreds of Veteran families in Broward…
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Initiative Aims to Disrupt Homelessness for South Florida Veteran Families
Four of South Florida’s leading nonprofits with a long track record of service to Veterans were awarded $1 million by…
Helping families and marriages impacted by TBI
Caring for service members and veterans impacted by traumatic brain injury has become an increasingly urgent national priority. A new…