Helping vulnerable veterans achieve financial and housing stability
Assessing an Initiative to Facilitate Long-Term Financial and Housing Stability in Vulnerable Veterans
This study is looking at a program that helps veterans and their families at risk of losing their homes by giving them rental assistance and job training, to see how well it helps them find stable housing and jobs in expensive areas.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Salt Lake City Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10975920 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a program that provides rental subsidies and job training to veterans and their families at risk of homelessness in high-cost areas. By evaluating the effectiveness of this initiative, the research aims to understand its impact on veterans' long-term financial self-sufficiency and housing stability. The program is implemented in 15 communities across the U.S., and the study will analyze both structured and unstructured data, including clinical and tax information, to assess outcomes. Veterans participating in this program may receive support that helps them secure stable housing and employment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans and their families who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless.
Not a fit: Patients who are already financially stable and not at risk of homelessness may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved financial and housing stability for vulnerable veterans, enhancing their overall well-being.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown positive outcomes from similar initiatives aimed at providing financial support and housing stability to vulnerable populations.
Where this research is happening
Salt Lake City, United States
- VA Salt Lake City Healthcare System — Salt Lake City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nelson, Richard E. — VA Salt Lake City Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: Nelson, Richard E.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.