Posted on Feb 8, 2021
What advice can you provide to help me assist a disabled veteran who is looking for a room to rent in Phoenix, AZ area?
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Hello, everyone. I work at the Mesa Veterans Resource Center and I was recently contacted by a disabled veteran that is looking for help finding somewhere to move to. He is paralyzed from the waist down and doesn't want to live alone but he doesn't want to live in a group home due to past experience. I'm looking for recommendations on how to search for rooms for rent. I was hoping AHRN would help but there are no shared listings in the area posted. I'm wary of Craigslist and Facebook but I know they are options. Any other suggestions would be appreciated.
I'm also going to discuss home health aides and other assisted living options with him but I'm not sure of his eligibility if it's not a service-connected disability. Any advice on that?
I'm also going to discuss home health aides and other assisted living options with him but I'm not sure of his eligibility if it's not a service-connected disability. Any advice on that?
Phoenix
Housing
Disabled Veterans
Posted 4 y ago
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Capt Rachelle Crespo: I'm not sure if you are aware of the HUD program from disability housing. It's called the Section 811 housing program. It's administered in this state. I have a friend who works at the AZAG (we're in Tucson) who said the veteran would most likely be eligible for this program. You can also check into various VA programs that offer disability housing and assistance for veterans, although it is usually limited to service connected disabilities. If I were you, I'd start with the DES housing programs then work your way from there.
https://des.az.gov/services/disabilities/developmental-disabilities/individuals-and-families/supports-and-services/housing
https://des.az.gov/services/disabilities/developmental-disabilities/individuals-and-families/supports-and-services/housing
Member Housing Opportunities | Arizona Department of Economic Security
The Division of Developmental Disabilities has partnered with the Housing Authority of Maricopa County (HAMC), the Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH), the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to offer qualified members limited affordable housing opportunities in Maricopa and Pima Counties. Residents from other counties in Arizona may apply for these Affordable...
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Capt Rachelle Crespo
Thank you, I am familiar with HUD. I have a connection with a counselor, I'm surprised I forgot about that option. I did advise him about VA grants for disability adaptations and home health assistance.
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Patricia Overmeyer
Capt Rachelle Crespo - Brain fog, just blame it on the brain fog like I do. LOL!! Interesting in that I was reading your question just before my friend from the AZAG called to discuss a case we have together. Cue Twilight Zone music...
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If he is Service connected, check with the VA Hospital. They should have resources.
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I think there are programs through the VA if a vet is disabled and it isn't service connected. I think I remember reading something along those lines. If he is disabled and can't be employed due to his disability, and it is less than 100% rated, there is the TDIU that can get him some help.
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