Veteran Services

Meridian partners with the Veterans Administration (VA) to help veterans and their families who are homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness. SSVF (Supportive Services for Veteran Families) offers case management assistance, obtaining benefits, and  referrals for job training. Temporary Financial assistance is also available for households who qualify.

SSVF Services

• Assistance with housing searches, needs assessments, housing stability planning and securing permanent housing
• Assistance coordinating VA benefits
• Assistance coordinating other public benefits and community services
• Referrals to job and education services, legal services, financial management resources, health services and community resources
• Temporary financial assistance payable to third parties for eligible expenses including rent, deposits, utilities, childcare and transportation

Eligibility

To be eligible for SSVF services, individuals and families must meet the following criteria, including but not limited to:

• Very low income (please contact SSVF for current income guidelines)
• Imminent risk of homelessness
• Without other housing options
• Application for SSVF

Self-Referral: Call or email today
Outside Referral: Complete and return an SSVF Referral Form
Community Outreach: Visit our table at community and outreach events

Hours
Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Cost: No fee to clients (VA funded)

Meridian SSVF Program
1405 NW 13th Street, Suite E
Gainesville, FL, 32601
(352) 244 – 9827
ssvf@mbhci.org