1. Supportive Services for Veteran Families
A Program of North Dakota Coalition for Homeless People and North Dakota Community Action Partnership

2. Supportive Services for Veteran Families
Community Action Partnership Williston, ND

3. Supportive Services for Veteran Families
SSVF serves every county in North Dakota through eight regional Community Action Agencies:
Williston- (701)
Minot- (701)
Devils Lake- (701)
Grand Forks- (701)
Fargo- (701)
Jamestown- (701)
Bismarck- (701)
Dickinson- (701)
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4. Supportive Services for Veteran Families
Mission of SSVF Supportive Services for Veteran Families program was started in 2008 and has grown to cover the majority of the United States, starting in North Dakota in It is a Partnership of the North Dakota Coalition for Homeless People and North Dakota Community Action Partnership, along with all the Community Action Agencies in North Dakota. The goal of SSVF is promoting housing stability among very low-income Veteran families who reside in or are transitioning to permanent housing. SSVF supports a Housing First approach by helping the Veteran family meet it’s primary need of housing, while addressing barriers to housing stability.

5. Supportive Services for Veteran Families
Eligibility
The Veteran must meet three conditions to qualify for SSVF:
A member of a Veteran Family
Veteran is defined as a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released there from under conditions other than dishonorable.
Very Low Income (Under 50% Area Median Income)
Literally homeless, or at imminent risk of becoming literally homeless

6. Supportive Services for Veteran Families
Required Documents for Verification
DD-214 to verify Veteran status
Paystubs or tax forms to verify gross annual income
Verification of Housing Status:
If homeless, staff verification or self-verification of homelessness is sufficient
If imminently at risk of losing housing, lease and eviction notice are required.

7. Supportive Services for Veteran Families
SSVF Services Provided
Outreach
Case Management
Temporary Financial Assistance

8. Supportive Services for Veteran Families
Outreach
Veteran Outreach
Relationships with local service providers and Veteran resources
VA Stand Downs
Urban and Rural outreach
Community Outreach
Community agencies that may serve low-income populations
Organizations are encouraged to provide referrals
Landlord Outreach
Develop relationships with landlords willing to rent to Veterans with poor rental history or other housing barriers

9. Supportive Services for Veteran Families
Case Management
Individualized case management to increase housing stability
Housing Stability Planning and Housing Counseling
Coordinating Provision of Supportive Services
Assistance in Obtaining VA and non-VA benefits and services
Use Community Connections to Enhance Effectiveness of services
Referrals and Connections to Healthcare (VA or non-VA), Employment, Legal Services, Transportation, Financial Planning, and any other referrals needed

10. Supportive Services for Veteran Families
Temporary Financial Assistance
Rental Assistance and Rent Arrears
Utility Payments
Security and Utility Deposits (once every 2 years)
Housing Stability
Expenses associated with obtaining or maintaining employment and/or housing
Emergency Housing Assistance when finances are available

11. Supportive Services for Veteran Families
SSVF can’t pay for:
Mortgage, or other homeowner costs
Construction or rehabilitation of buildings
Credit card bills or debt
Extensive car repairs
Car payments
Relocation transportation expenses (bus, train, or plane tickets)
Medical or dental care and medicines
Food
Pet care
Court-ordered judgements, fines, or fees

12. Supportive Services for Veteran Families
Funds are not released to the participant; all funds are issued to a third party
Community supports can cost-share to assist with rent or other costs
Example: SSVF will pay half of the rent, and partner with VFW, Community Action, or local non-profit to pay the remaining rent.
Veteran is re-certified for program every three months
How are they referred

13. Supportive Services for Veteran Families
Frequently Asked Questions Q: How long can someone stay in the program? A: The program is intended to be a brief intervention and connection to long-term support if needed. Case Management can continue an extended period of time until necessary supports for housing stability are in place. Q: How can a Veteran or family member be referred? A: Call your local Community Action Agency or visit to find contact information for the SSVF representative in your region

14. Supportive Services for Veteran Families
Visit or call (701) for more information! Feel free to Nancy Reiger, the SSVF Case Manager with Williston’s Community Action Partnership at