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 protection.
With “Music to Heal, Music to Honor,” Miami symphony looks to help Veterans overcome trauma of war
The Miami International Symphony Orchestra will perform a three-hour “Music to Heal, Music to Honor,” concert honoring formerly homeless military veterans on the top floor of Carrfour Supportive Housing’s Barbara…
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 VA for years or even decades.
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 awards.
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 Families Foundation's SSVF program, Operation Sacred Trust, last week.
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 years after completing his Navy service, feels like he can…
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 more disabilities who had served in the Army.
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 follow Officer Shawn Keechle's example.
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 some of his biggest dreams come true before he died.…
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 sharing what works.
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 years.