Title: Helping Homeless Veterans
Category of problem: Homeless Veterans
Concerning: An enacted policy; a problem/issue that
individuals/families face
Level of problem is local, the level of financial help is
federal
Why is this important/how does it affect
families/individuals? This affects individuals and their families in a drastic
way. The new development gives veterans a place to call home and a roof over
their head. It gets them off the street and into a safe place. Many veterans
came out of war disabled and having someone watch over them, not able to work. This allows cities to clear some of their streets and get people the proper help they need.
My views: Houston is one of the largest cities in the U.S.
with over 20,000 homeless men and women, most being military veterans.
Homelessness is a major issue and with economic hardship on the rise, it just
gets worse. Men and women who have served the U.S. and have fought in battles
beyond our imagination deserve a decent place to sleep. It is very devastating
but some military members arrive back home with drug/alcohol problems, PTSD,
and even life altering injuries. Some went in straight out of high school only
to get out with no college degree or work-related experience. This article
mainly represents those who have served in Vietnam and struggle with personal
issues. This housing development remains at full occupancy and is for
low-income and disabled veterans. Available through this development and
Department of Veterans Affairs is mental health rehabilitation and job help. Not
only are they given a place to live, they are receiving help getting back on
their feet and moving toward a better lifestyle.
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