CAREER DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Veterans Services
Support for those who served
Transitioning to civilian life can bring unexpected challenges, but it can also bring new opportunities. Whether you’re facing housing challenges, seeking meaningful work, or navigating both, our veteran-led team is here to support your next mission with the same dedication you brought to your service.
In crisis? Help is available 24/7:
I NEED HELP WITH: Housing │ Employment │ I’m an Employer
Get Help with Housing
Every veteran deserves a safe place to call home. If you’re experiencing homelessness, facing eviction, or living in unstable housing, we provide emergency support and a clear pathway to permanent housing.
Your dedicated case manager – someone who understands the unique challenges veterans face – will work one-on-one with you to secure immediate help, access financial assistance, navigate VA benefits, and build long-term stability for you and your family.
Through our partnership with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, we’ve helped hundreds of low-income veteran families move from crisis to safety.
WHAT YOU RECEIVE
- Personalized case management
- Navigation support for VA benefits and public services
- Healthcare access coordination
- Employment and job placement assistance
- Legal aid referrals
- Rental and utility assistance
- Emergency housing or rapid resolution support
- Landlord and tenant incentives to secure permanent housing
- Help covering move-in costs
- Transportation support
- Referrals to job training and career education programs
- Ongoing housing stability check-ins and follow-up
- Assistance with obtaining identification and important documents
- Support with budgeting and financial literacy
Who We Serve
This program is designed for low-income veteran families who meet one of the following criteria:
Category 1: Literally Homeless – Currently unhoused and living in a shelter, vehicle, encampment, or other temporary space not meant for habitation.
Category 2: At Imminent Risk – Facing eviction or loss of housing within 60 days, with no other housing options or support networks.
Category 3: At Risk – Living in unstable or temporary housing due to financial hardship, such as hotels, motels, doubling up with others, or recently incarcerated (within the past 18 months).
QUALIFYING FOR SUPPORT
To participate in Veteran Family Services, the head of household—or their spouse—must be a U.S. veteran, and the household must meet low-income guidelines (at or below 80% of the area median income).
Our team will guide you through each step of the eligibility process with care. Here’s what we’ll need to verify:
OUR IMPACT
Housing insecurity among veterans remains urgent, and our impact continues to grow. In 2025 alone, we helped 139 veteran households secure safe, stable housing – more than double our goal of 55.
This progress also reduced strain on public systems, resulting in roughly $3 million in taxpayer savings by avoiding shelter, crisis-response, and housing subsidy costs.
Since 2024, over 280 veteran families in Santa Clara County have moved from housing instability to lasting stability and peace of mind.
Ready to get started?
If you or someone you know is a veteran seeking support, reach out today.
Not sure if you qualify? Contact us anyway. We’ll help you explore your options and connect you with the right support.
SUCCESS STORY:
Program Participant, U.S. Navy Veteran
“This program didn’t just help me find a home—it gave my family a fresh start. The team treated me with respect and made me feel like I mattered.”
“The Veterans Services at Goodwill are top-notch. They did in one day what other organizations did not do in 4 years. The case managers care for the Vets.”
Find Meaningful Work
Veterans helping veterans find their next mission.
The skills, discipline, and leadership you built in service are valuable in the civilian workforce. Our veteran-led team helps translate that experience into a career path that works for you.
Currently unemployed, underemployed, or ready for a career change? We’re here to help, no matter when you served.
Work one-on-one with job coaches who understand your experience and the challenges of transitioning to civilian work. We’ll help you identify career paths in high-demand industries, prepare for interviews, and connect you with veteran-ready employers across Silicon Valley.
We partner with veteran-ready employers and community organizations across a range of industries, including:
- Construction
- Healthcare
- Technology
- Government
- Transportation
- Warehouse and logistics
- Facilities services
- Customer service
WHAT YOU RECEIVE
From career coaching and job placement to housing, mental health, and transportation support, we’re here to help you move forward, because when one veteran succeeds, the whole community grows stronger.
- One-on-one support from career coaches who are veterans themselves
- Tailored job leads through our employer network
- Access to training in high-demand fields, including HVAC, IT, and Medical Assisting
- Connections to resources for housing, transportation, and mental health services
- Assistance with interview prep, workwear, and financial needs.
Who We Serve
This program is open to veterans who:
- Served on active duty, regardless of length
- Are currently unemployed or underemployed and actively seeking work
- Have a discharge characterization that is not dishonorable
- Are willing to stay engaged with their support team
Not sure if you qualify? Contact us, we’ll help you figure it out.
PROGRAM IMPACT
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Ready to find your next opportunity?
Let’s turn your job search into a team effort.
For Employers
Access Proven, Mission-Ready Talent
Veterans bring skills most employers spend years developing in civilian hires: leadership under pressure, mission-focused teamwork, adaptability, and an unmatched work ethic. They’re trained to perform, learn fast, and deliver results.
How We Help You Hire Smarter:
We handle candidate vetting, skills translation, and ongoing support – all at no cost to you. Our veteran employment team ensures you get qualified candidates who are job-ready from day one.
Ready to build a stronger team with proven talent?
Available Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
If we miss your call, please leave a detailed message and we’ll get back to you right away.
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