Summary of Services
- Tiny-home village designed to address veteran homelessness
- Housing options for individuals, couples, women veterans, and families
- Central care centers with kitchens, bathrooms, laundry, and common living spaces
- Food support services
- Clothing assistance resources
- On-site medical clinic for basic and urgent care needs
- Mental health counseling and behavioral health services
- Substance use recovery and rehabilitation resources
- Job training and workforce readiness programs
- Employment assistance and career development support
- Peer support and community engagement opportunities
Helping Veterans Transition From Crisis To Stability
Veterans Village of Northeast Florida (VVNEFL) focuses on addressing veteran homelessness by creating a supportive tiny-home community. The program provides safe, affordable housing within a structured village environment that includes private living spaces along with shared community facilities such as central care centers with kitchens, bathrooms, laundry, and living areas, along with additional housing options for families, couples, and women veterans in need of safe shelter.
A Support System Offering Resources and Services
Veterans Village serves as a full-service supportive environment offering on-site access to medical care and urgent health services through an on-site clinic, mental health support, substance use recovery resources, employment readiness and job training assistance, and educational opportunities through learning and skills centers. The community also includes a food support system, clothing resources, transportation within the village, and animal care services such as a vet clinic and pet support for veterans with service animals or companions.
Fostering Community Connection
The village model incorporates long-term stabilization supports through workforce integration, skill-building programs, and pathways to independent living, while fostering community connection through shared spaces, memorial areas honoring veterans, and opportunities for storytelling and engagement.