Minnesota Veterans Affairs reports historic low numbers for homeless Veterans
New data from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs reports that the number of homeless veterans in the state is the lowest it’s ever been.
According to the department, only 150 veterans remain homeless in Minnesota, a 25% decrease from last year and a 41% decrease from two years ago. The MDVA started monitoring veterans experiencing homelessness in 2015.
Veterans were given more resources through the Homeless Veteran Registry (HVR), a tool designed to support Minnesota veterans who need housing and are currently experiencing an episode of homelessness
“This is an unprecedented milestone for the state,” said Paul Williams, MDVA deputy director of veterans programs. “This is an incredible partnership between state, federal, and local governments with non-profits, community groups, and Veteran service organizations and shows the power of community and working together to reach this incredible achievement.”
Resources, including the HVR, to assist a veteran experiencing housing instability or homelessness are available on the MDVA website.