Serving Veterans

A veteran is defined by WestCare as any individual who has served in the military for a single day. Both men and women of every age, ethnicity, culture, and background, as well as their families, are honored for their service to this country. WestCare works to provide individualized services based on the diverse needs of this population. Post traumatic stress disorder, substance abuse, joblessness, traumatic brain injury, homelessness, family dysfunction, relational problems, and depression are few of the many issues that veterans face today. WestCare understands the importance of giving back to those who have already given so much and is working across the country to provide services that address these needs and more.

According to the Department of Veteran's Affairs, an estimated 144,842 Veterans spent at least one night in an emergency shelter or transitional housing program in the recent year. No matter what the circumstances, no one who has served their country should ever find themselves living in the streets. To combat this statistic, WestCare has transitional living programs for both male and female veterans. Veteran's Plaza, a 28-bed facility for male Veterans, offers housing for up to two years and case management services for each resident. Likewise, HomeFront provides housing for female Veterans and their children, ensuring stability for families in need. For immediate assistance, WestCare provides and works with shelters that link the clients to various services after their stay. Examples of programs such as these include: Georgia's Blanket Atlanta and Turning Point in Florida.