SUPPORTIVE SERVICES FOR VETERAN FAMILIES (SSVF) | SALVATION ARMY OF SPRINGFIELD

1600 East Clear Lake Avenue, Springfield, IL 62703

Eligibility

Must be a veteran or spouse of a veteran; housing status must be in one of the following categories: Reside in housing and lack the ability to pay all bills, currently homeless, or left permanent housing within the past 90 days to seek other housing that better meets family's needs or preferences

Required documents

Photo ID, Social Security card, proof of income, proof of residency, DD214

Hours

Mon 9 am - 4 pm Tue 9 am - 4 pm Wed 9 am - 4 pm Thu 9 am - 4 pm Fri 9 am - 4 pm

(217) 278-9897

Voice

Languages

English

Application process

Call

Fees

None

Service area

Sangamon County, Illinois

Description

Provides financial and support services to Veteran families. The program is a housing stability-focused service delivery program that serves veteran families that are homeless or imminently at-risk of being homeless. The goal is to stabilize these families in housing, while providing on-going support as needed to sustain independent living.

Services may include:
- Rental and utility deposits
- Limited rental and utility assistance
- Limited moving costs and emergency supplies
- Case management services
- Transportation assistance
- Information and referrals to community resources
- Assistance in obtaining VA benefits
- Assistance in obtaining and securing other public benefits
- Assistance in securing permanent housing.

What's Here

Rapid Re-Housing Programs Homelessness Prevention Programs

Providing organization

SALVATION ARMY OF SPRINGFIELD

Offers social services to those in need.