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You may find an answer to a question below regarding Vets On The Move Foundation or how to contact Veterans Benefits resources. Of course, if your question is not addressed below, please feel free to call us or complete an inquiry and we will respond to your question as soon as possible.
1. Where do I contact the Department of Veterans Affairs to inquire about Federal Benefits?
Call the closest Vet Center in the Los Angeles Area below for information:
- Anaheim 92805 (859 South Harbor Boulevard) 714.776.0161 714.776.0161
- Colton 92324 (280 Cohasset Road, Suite 101) 909.801.5762 909.801.5762
- Corona 92879 (800 Magnolia Avenue, Suite 110) 951.734.0525 951.734.0525
- East Los Angeles 90022 (5400 East Olympic Boulevard, Suite 140) 323.728.9966 323.728.9966
- Gardena 90247 (1045 West Redondo Beach Boulevard Suite 150) 310.767.1221 310.767.1221
- West Los Angeles 90230 (5730 Uplander Way, Suite 100, Culver City) 310.641.0326 310.641.0326
For information regarding locations outside of Los Angeles , visit the following link: Vet Centers
2. Where is Vets On The Move Foundation located?
Vets On The Move Foundation is located at 357 East Carson Street, Suite 204 Carson, California 90745.
3. Who can use Veterans Retraining Assistance Program (VRAP)? To qualify, a Veteran must:
- Be at least 35 and no more than 60
- Be unemployed
- Have an other than dishonorable discharge
- Not be eligible for any other VA education benefit program (e.g., the Post-9/11 GI
- Bill, Montgomery GI Bill, Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Assistance)
- Not be in receipt of VA compensation due to unemployability
- Not be enrolled in a federal or state job training program
4. How much does the Veterans Retraining Assistance Program pay?
You may receive up to 12 months of assistance equal to the monthly full time payment rate under the Montgomery GI Bill–Active Duty program. 5. When, where and how can I apply?
The VA is accepting VRAP applications now. Please visit eBenefits to apply. To complete the application, you will need to know your direct deposit information (bank routing number and account number), the name and location of your school, the
program you wish to pursue, and the applicable high demand occupation. (Visit VRAP Frequently Asked Questions.)
6. Doesn’t VA take care of homeless veterans?
To a certain extent, yes. VA’s specialized homeless programs served more than 92,000 veterans in 2009, which is highly commendable. This still leaves well over 100,000 more veterans, however, who experience homelessness annually and must seek assistance from local government agencies and community- and faith-based service organizations. In its November 2007 "Vital Mission" report, the National Alliance to End Homelessness estimated that up to about half a million veterans have characteristics that put them in danger of homelessness. These veterans may require supportive services outside the scope of most VA homeless programs.
7. I am an unemployed homeless veteran with no current source of income and in need of emergency housing or shelter. Does Vets On The Move Foundation provide assistance?
Vets On The Move Foundation will refer homeless veterans to other local agencies who may accommodate your immediate needs, including supportive services and finding employment opportunities.
8. I am currently employed part-time and a homeless veteran who is seeking immediate temporary housing. How can Vets On The Move Foundation help me?
Vets On The Move Foundation will refer you to the appropriate agency who will assist you for a certain period moving you towards preparation to move into permanent housing. 9. I am a homeless veteran with a disability and in need of emergency housing or shelter. I believe I may have been experiencing discrimination in finding housing due to my disability. Does Vets On The Move Foundation provide assistance? Vets On The Move Foundation's focus is to find housing solutions. However, we have community partners who will refer for you and your family to determine eligibility for additional supportive services and accommodation. We recommend you complete a "Request For Assistance Form" which will be reviewed to determine the most appropriate resources available to assist you and your family. Also, visit the disability.gov website to learn more concerning your rights regarding fair housing and housing discrimination. 10. How can I help or support the Mission of Vets On The Move Foundation? Here are a few ways you may get involved: - Our organization encourages the participation of volunteers who support our mission. You may volunteer your time, talent and skills to assist with special projects or campaigns. If you agree with our mission and are willing to be interviewed and trained in our procedures, we encourage you to download a VOTM Volunteer Application for submission. Your information is kept confidential and is helpful in identifying the most satisfying and appropriate volunteer opportunity for you. Please download the Volunteer Social Media Marketer and Internship Client Database Developer Positions for candidate review and submission.
- You may also begin with your family members and friends who are veterans and in immediate need of housing or support services; by assisting directly or referring them to Vets On The Move Foundation for help.
- You may also give a gift of a tax-deductible donation to Vets On The Move Foundation which will be used towards the services provided to our honored veterans in need. Visit our special "Hearts & Hands 4 Homeless Veterans" Campaign for more information.
- You may also volunteer for AmeriCorps VISTA to fight against poverty, and request your year of service at Vets On The Move Foundation while receiving a modest living allowance, health care and other benefits; and to receive a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award. For more information, visit AmeriCorp VISTA.
- You may also read about the most current policies and legislation regarding homeless veterans, and talk with your family members and friends who are veterans and encourage them to communicate with their local Senator and Representative to support the pending measures. Visit the following link for more information on the legislation and how to contact your representatives; and to write a letter of support to help improve the quality of life of our country's heroes: United States 112th Congress Hot Topics.
- You may use the "Sample Letters To Your Congressional Representatives" as a guide to write and to send a letter to your Senator and House Representative, urging them to support the current homeless veteran policy and legislation under review in the 112th Congress. You may also communicate similar letters of support to your Mayor and City Councilperson, State Assemblyperson, State Senator and Governor for any local legislation, initiatives or policies regarding homeless veterans.
11. Our family is experiencing difficulty meeting our rent and other monthly utility bills because both my wife and I have been laid-off, seeking employment and have exhausted our Unemployment Insurance Benefits. Can Vets On The Move help us in our emergency? Your family may qualify for being "at risk" of becoming homeless. We recommend you complete a "Request For Assistance Form" which will be reviewed to determine the most appropriate resources available to assist you and your family. Also, visit our "Resources Page" to review agencies who may provide assistance for utilities payments and other essentials. 12. I am an unemployed homeless veteran with no current source of income and in need of emergency housing or shelter. I am also in need of medical and eye exam for new eyewear. Does Vets On The Move Foundation provide assistance? Vets On The Move Foundation's focus is to find housing solutions. However, we have community partners who will refer for you and your family to determine eligibility for additional supportive services. We recommend you complete a "Request For Assistance Form" which will be reviewed to determine the most appropriate resources available to assist you and your family. Also, visit our "Resources Page" to review agencies who may provide assistance. If you need an eye examination and new eyewear, please download the "Gift of Sight Referral Application Form" for completion and submission. Your eligibility will be determined after your application is received and you're scheduled for an interview. 13. Since becoming homeless, I have been cited for something and scheduled to attend court soon. I cannot afford to pay an attorney. Do you know where I could find legal assistance for advice or counsel before my court date? Contact Legal Aid (visit our "Resources Page") and also call the nearest court and request that your case be reviewed and heard in the Veterans Court. Visit our "Media And News Page" to learn more about the Los Angeles County Superior Court Veterans Court. 14. Do you have a brochure available which could be shared with family, friends, colleagues, associates or co-workers and businesses?
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