Post on 12-Feb-2016
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Volunteers of America is a faith based organization.
The organization prides itself on helping those with immediate and critical needs.
Annually, we provide assistance to nearly 2 million people in communities across the nation, with special emphasis on housing and services for veterans.
In 2008, Volunteers of America servedover 6,000 homeless veterans through housing and services, including
• Service Centers
• Transitional Housing for Veterans (Grant and Per Diem Programs)
• Homeless Veterans Re-Integration Programs (Employment and Training)
• Permanent Supported Housing Programs for Homeless Veterans
• Special Needs Grants for Chronically Mentally Ill and Frail Elderly
• Incarcerated Veterans Transitional Programs (Employment)
At Maple Court in Durham, North Carolina, Volunteers of America provides transitional housing and supportive services to homeless veterans that are transitioning to self-sufficiency.
Made up of 24 one-bedroom rental units, Maple Court is located at the southeast corner of East Carver Street and Commons Boulevard in North Durham.
LIFE House of DurhamLocated across the parking lot from Maple Court, this 24 unit facility provides permanent housing to individuals with physical disabilities, and is another resource for veterans in the community.
Requirements for Eligibility at Maple Court
Verifiable Homelessness
Verifiable Clean Time
VA Approval
Acceptance by VOA
Income below 50% of Median for County
Referral Process for Maple Court
Maple Court Grounds
Resident Apartments
Residents can access:
Bus tickets to Case Plan related appointmentsEmergency food kitsPersonal care itemsLaundry detergent and tokensInternet
The resource center at Maple Court was named after W. Travis Porter III who was renowned throughout North Carolina for his professional accomplishments and investment in the community.
In particular, he was known for his efforts to create low income housing and services for those in need, including veterans.
Travis Porter Veterans Resource Center
• VA Staff Support
• Case Management
• Life Skills Training
• Resource Networking
• Coping Skills Sessions
• Community Groups
In the Veterans Resource Center we offer:
Other services available through the VA and community partnerships include:
Educational opportunities
Employment counseling
Substance abuse treatment Mental health treatment
Health care
Dental care
Housing counseling
Case Management
Develop and monitor a Case Plan with the resident
according to their individual needs and goals.
Practice interventions.
Assist the resident in accessing services within the
community.
Life Skills Group Meetings
Self Esteem/Self AwarenessCommunication Skills
Conflict Resolution and Anger Management Goal Planning
Money Matters Stress Busters: Relaxation and Exploring Hobbies
CopingAddiction and Mental Health
Employability Healthy Eating
Throughout their stay, residents meet with the VA representatives on a regular basis, and receive assistance with accessing a variety of services including mental health, substance abuse, and medical care.
Residents meet with their Maple Court Case Manager according to the frequency set up in the Case Plan, and based on their Phase.
Phase I – Meetings occur two times per week
Phase II – Meetings occur once per week
Phase III – Meetings occur every other week