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Veterans Resource Alliance New England

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Housing, Employment & Education Help for New England Veterans

If you're worried about losing your home, looking for work, or trying to use education benefits you earned, you don't have to untangle it alone — and you don't have to be in a crisis to reach out. These are real federal, New Hampshire, and national programs that help veterans find a place to live, get hired, and go back to school. Asking for help is a badge of honor, not a last resort.

How we help

If you're close to losing your home, between jobs, or trying to make sense of your education benefits, don't wait until it's an emergency. Reach out and have one confidential conversation with us — no forms to decode, no runaround. We listen, then connect you directly to the right person: a housing counselor, a job coach, a benefits specialist — so you're not starting from zero.

We're a connector, not the agency that processes your paperwork. That means faster answers and a straight line to the right door.

Where to start

These are publicly available resources that anyone can use — Veterans Resource Alliance is not affiliated with any of them. If you'd rather not sort through this on your own, reach out and we'll do it with you.

Housing

National Call Center for Homeless Veterans

National

If you're a veteran without stable housing, or worried you might lose your housing soon, you can call or chat online any time, day or night, and a trained counselor will help connect you to the nearest VA and local resources. You do not need to be signed up for VA health care to call.

Who it's for: Any veteran who is homeless or at risk of homelessness — or a family member, friend, or community provider calling on their behalf. No VA enrollment required. Phone: 1-877-424-3838 (1-877-4AID-VET)

HUD-VASH (HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing)

National

HUD-VASH combines a housing voucher (which pays part of your rent) with a VA caseworker who helps you find an apartment and stay housed, plus connects you to health care. It's specifically for veterans who are currently homeless.

Who it's for: For veterans experiencing homelessness; get connected through the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans or your local VA. Phone: 1-877-424-3838

New Hampshire Housing – Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) & Rental Assistance

New Hampshire

New Hampshire's state housing agency (formerly called NH Housing Finance Authority) sets aside a special group of housing vouchers just for homeless veterans, screened and case-managed together with the VA.

Who it's for: Priority is for homeless veterans referred through the VA's screening and case-management process. Phone: (603) 472-8623

Employment

Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E / Chapter 31)

National

If a service-connected disability makes it hard to work, this VA program can pay for job training, college, or help you start your own business — plus counseling to figure out what career fits you. It also helps with independent living support if working isn't the immediate goal.

Who it's for: Veterans with a service-connected disability rating of at least 10% (no application time limit if discharged on or after Jan 1, 2013); some active-duty members nearing discharge with a qualifying disability rating may also apply. Phone: 1-800-827-1000

NH Employment Security – Veteran Services

New Hampshire

New Hampshire's state job-services office has staff dedicated to veterans — including veterans helping veterans — for resume help, interview coaching, and connecting you to job openings, some of which give veterans first crack for 24 hours before anyone else sees them.

Who it's for: Any veteran or eligible spouse looking for work in NH; extra help is available through Disabled Veteran Outreach Program (DVOP) staff for more serious employment barriers. Phone: (603) 271-7700

Hire Heroes USA

National

Hire Heroes USA gives you a free, personal career coach who helps rewrite your resume, practice interviews, and connect you with employers who want to hire veterans.

Who it's for: Free for U.S. service members, veterans, and military spouses.

Education

GI Bill / VA Education Benefits

National

The GI Bill can pay for college, a trade school, or job training, and can also help with housing costs while you're in school. There are a few versions depending on when and how long you served.

Who it's for: Veterans who served at least 90 days on active duty after Sept 10, 2001 generally qualify for the Post-9/11 GI Bill; other versions cover different service histories. Phone: 1-800-827-1000

You don't have to wait until it's an emergency.

Whatever you're facing — housing, work, or school — reach out today. One conversation is where it starts. Free and confidential.