Funded by the Department of Veteran Affairs that aims to improve low-income housing stability, this program is available in Essex and Middlesex Counties and administered in collaboration with Volunteers of America MA.
Veteran Support Programs
Serving Veterans since 1985
Supportive Services For Veteran Families
The SSVF program aims to improve housing stability for low-income veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. If you are homeless, or at immediate risk of becoming homeless, please contact us immediately at (978) 372-3626 (M-F 8am-4pm), or info@vneoc.org.
Housing
VNEOC operates several facilities that provide a range of options for Veterans in need of housing support. We provide transitional housing to homeless veterans which gets them off the streets and provides some structure and case management. As the Veteran’s situation improves, we can offer Single Room Occupancy group home settings and subsidized housing on the open market. The goal is to help move toward self-sufficiency and have them to move on to permanent housing and independent, productive lives.
Veterans Northeast Outreach Center – Transitional and Permanent Housing:
The Center administers several residential assistance programs ranging from transitional housing supporting homeless veterans, through a series of subsidized and non-subsidized Single Room Occupancy (group setting) homes and long-term independent living apartments. Based on the veteran’s needs, income and availability, these programs provide supportive housing options for veterans who have faced many challenges and just need a little help to find housing stability and self-sufficiency.
Transition in Place (TIP)
The only program of its kind in MA, Veterans in the TIP Program work on securing employment, achieving financial stability, maintaining long-term sobriety, achieving their mental and physical health goals, and establishing an independent, self-sufficient, and successful lifestyle. It is expected that Veterans will transition-in-place in approximately 6 to 12 months (max 24 months with approved extension) by taking over the lease of the apartment VNEOC secured for them.
Permanent Housing Units
VNEOC currently manages housing units across a range of options for eligible veterans. More than just a place to live, these Veterans homes are located within the Greater Merrimack Valley.
VNEOC is constantly striving to build new connections with Landlords in order to offer even more opportunities to the Veterans we serve.
If you are homeless, or at immediate risk of becoming homeless, please contact us immediately at (978) 372-3626 (M-F 8am-4pm), or info@vneoc.org
If you live on Cape Cod or the Islands please contact Dwayne Turmelle at (508) 488-8347 (M-F 8am-4pm) or visit by appointment only 247 Stevens Street, Hyannis, MA. email: Dturmelle@vneoc.org
VA Claims and Benefit Support Services
Accessing your earned Veterans Benefits through the VA can be a daunting task. To assist Veterans with developing and submitting requests for benefits and VA disability claims our registered VA claims.
specialist has weekly on-site appointments and can also provide over the phone service (by appointment).
VETERAN EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
Our Veteran Employment Team strives to assist Veterans within our local communities to thrive and maximize their employment opportunities. We provide a wide variety of supportive services:
- Resume Writing
- Cover Letter Writing
- Interview preparation
- Providing Interview Dress Clothing (if needed)
- Employer Outreach on Behalf of the Veteran
- Referrals to Other veteran Services
We also work with other local and regional partners to help Veteran find the right fit. These include the local Veteran Service Officer, The Employment Team at the Bedford VA, Career Resources Corporation/Fidelity House, and Mass Hire Career Centers.
WEEKLY FOOD PANTRY
Food scarcity in the Veteran Community is a growing concern. Each Thursday from 0900 to 1300, we host a food pantry for any Veteran and their family. These are open to all Veterans, regardless of income. Simply register beforehand and then come in as needed.
Veterans Northeast Outreach Center – Food Bank:
Food Scarcity in the Veteran community is an ongoing problem. The VNEOC Food Bank provides free, nutritious food to Veterans and their families. Sourced through a network of local donations, the Food Pantry is open each Thursday from 0900 to 1300 (9AM to 1PM).
THURSDAYS 9:00AM – 1:00PM, 10 REED STREET, HAVERHILL, MA 01832
VNEOC’s Food Pantry is located at VNEOC’s Outreach Center, which serves as both the administrative headquarters and as a gathering spot for veterans with daily programs.