Research Brief: Impact and Performance of the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program: Results from the FY 2013 program year

Impact and Performance of the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program: Results from the FY 2013 program year by Thomas Byrne, PhD, John Kuhn, LCSW, MPH, Dennis P. Culhane, PhD, Susan Kane, Vincent Kane, MSS, Tom Albanese, LSW, Mark Silverbush, and Molly McEvilley

This brief summarizes the impact and performance of the SSVF program during its second year of operation in FY 2013, drawing comparisons, where relevant, with the information presented for FY 2012 in a previous report. Using data collected by SSVF grantees and from other VA sources this brief provides an overview of the SSVF program's funding and households served, characteristics of SSVF participants, and program outcomes. The brief concludes by taking stock of the important achievements of the SSVF program during its first two years. It also discusses opportunities for program refinement to maximize its effectiveness in preventing and ending homelessness among Veterans.

For additional information or comments please contact Dr. Byrne @ Thomas.Byrne@va.gov