How does Veterans Affairs Supported Housing work?

You must contribute 30% of your monthly income towards rent. The voucher will cover the rest. You must re-certify each year to keep your housing voucher. Case management is an important part of the program, and you will need to participate.

Am I eligible for Veterans Affairs Supported Housing?

You can qualify for HUD-VASH housing help if you: Served in the active military for any amount of time, and Do not have a dishonorable discharge or a discharge from a general court-martial

Veterans Affairs Supported Housing

How it works

HUD-VASH helps veterans and their families who are homeless find and keep permanent housing. Veterans get a Section 8 rental voucher that helps pay for a place to live. VA case managers can also connect veterans with other supportive services.

You must contribute 30% of your monthly income towards rent. The voucher will cover the rest.
You must re-certify each year to keep your housing voucher.
Case management is an important part of the program, and you will need to participate.

Eligibility requirements

You can qualify for HUD-VASH housing help if you:

Served in the active military for any amount of time, and
Do not have a dishonorable discharge or a discharge from a general court-martial

How to apply

Call the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 877-424-3838. They will connect you to your local VA homeless program for a referral to HUD-VASH.

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Last Updated September 30, 2025

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