CAREER DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Veteran Family Services
Every veteran deserves a safe place to call home. In partnership with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, our Veteran Family Services program is committed to ending homelessness for veterans and their families.
Our dedicated team of case managers, housing specialists, and employment experts works one-on-one with veterans to meet urgent needs and lay the foundation for long-term stability. Whether you’re currently unhoused, facing eviction, or struggling to stay afloat, we’re here to help low-income veterans secure and sustain permanent housing through a comprehensive approach that includes short-term financial assistance, personalized case management, and connections to VA and local resources.
WHAT YOU RECEIVE
90 days of part-time, paid transitional work at Goodwill of Silicon Valley
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
Connections to mental health and counseling services
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:
PROGRAM IMPACT
Veteran Family Services has supported hundreds of veterans across Santa Clara County in securing safe, stable housing and rebuilding their lives with dignity. In 2024, we exceeded our goals by assisting 87 Veteran households, surpassing our target of 55. That momentum has continued into 2025, with 67 households already served and more on the way.
Ready to take the next step, or refer a veteran family in need?
If you or someone you know is a veteran seeking support, reach out today.
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.”
Disclosure: Goodwill of Silicon Valley’s Veteran Family Services program is funded in part by a $TK grant from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, covering TK% of total costs. The remaining TK% ($TK) is funded by non-governmental sources.
