1. Contact Information for Housing Counseling Assistance ELEMENT 36
Department of Labor Employment Workshop
(Se habla Español)

2. Learning Objectives
To make TSM or Survivor aware of the options and resources available to find adequate housing
Military Housing Options
Private Housing
The law that governs protections for TSM
The Department of Housing and Urban Developments

3. Relocating? Separating? Retiring?
Do you know how much would it cost?
First month's rent……. Approx $1,500 dollars
Last month’s rent……..Approx $1,500 dollars
Deposit………………..Approx $ 1,000 plus pet’s deposit if any, closing costs, inspections, 10%,etc.

4. This subject is really three-fold
This subject is really three-fold. It encompasses military housing, rental property and HUD.
If you live in government quarters, you must arrange a time for a member of the housing staff to come and perform a pre- inspection and explain the requirements for cleaning and vacating quarters, as well as options available to get this accomplished.
If you are moving from a rental property, notify the landlord as soon as possible. The Housing Office can assist you if any problems arise in conjunction with your military separation.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities, free from discrimination, and provide quality affordable homes, all with the goal of improving quality of life for everybody.

5. 2003 Service Member Civil Relief Act.
Is the law that governs legal protections for member
of the United States Military. Reservist and members of the
National Guard (when in active federal service) are also
protected under the SSCRA.
Individuals can break a lease when they go on active duty if the lease was entered into before going on active duty.
Individuals can terminate a residential lease entered into while in the military if the member change duty stations or deploy for more than 90 days.
Individuals involuntarily separated are authorized to use military housing for up to 190 days after separation, subject to SOFA.

6. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funds housing counseling agencies throughout the country that can give you advice on buying a home, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
HUD is committed to resolving the issue of homelessness for all Americans, including active duty military as well veterans and their families. The HUD Veteran Resource Center (HUDVET) was created as a result of a unique partnership between national and veteran service organizations and HUD.
For more information Contact

9. National Call Center for Homeless Veterans
Who Can Call
 Veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
Family members, friends and supporters calling on behalf of Veterans
VA Medical Centers and other VA facilities and staff
Federal, state and local partners
Community agencies and providers who serve Veterans who are homeless
Why Make the Call to
It's free and confidential
It's available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
You'll get information about VA homeless programs, health care and other services in your area
What Happens When Veterans Make the Call
A trained VA staff member asks a few questions to find out what you need
Then, you're connected to the nearest VA staff person who can help
You'll get access to trained VA counselors
What Happens When Others Make the Call
Family members and non-VA providers receive information about available homeless programs and services
They can keep their information confidential or leave contact information so staff can follow up

11. Summary
Utilize your resources and start planing12-24 months prior transitioning
Save Money $$$
Maintain a good Credit Score
Schedule an appointment with a Housing Counselor
Don’t forget about the benefits for Disable personnel

12. References HOUSING SERVICES CENTERS NBK BANGOR/BREMERTON/KEYPORT
Office Hours Monday-Friday,
Phone (360)
Fax . . .(360)
NAS EVERETT
Office Hours. . . Monday-Friday,
Phone (425)
Fax . . .(425)
. .
NAS WHIDBEY ISLAND
Office Hours Monday-Friday,
Phone (360)
Fax (360)

13. References
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Housing Administration 451 Seventh St., SW Washington, D.C
1-800-CALL-FHA ( ) or via Federal Information Relay Service (w/TTY):
For survivors:
Command Ombudsmen or Family Readiness Officer

14. Remember that Veterans make up 1 in 4 of all homeless Americans.
Questions???
MA1(EXW/SW/AW) VALDIVIA ELEAZAR