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Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) | Salvation Army of Decatur and Macon County

137 South Church Street, Decatur, IL 62523

Eligibility
Individual/Head of household or his/her spouse must be a United States veteran who served in active military, naval, or air service and discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable; Individual/Family must fall below 50% of Area Median Income for their location; Must be currently homeless OR imminently at risk of becoming homeless; Must reside or plan to reside in the state of Illinois and Macon County
Required documents
Speak with the SSVF Caseworker to find out what documents are needed to apply
(217) 219-2862
Voice·

Main Phone

Application process
Call for information
Fees
None
Service area
Douglas County, IL Macon County, IL Moultrie County, IL

Assists low-income veterans and their families in obtaining and maintaining permanent stable housing. Assists through strengths-based goal planning to address current gaps in the Veteran’s ability to secure or maintain stable and sustainable permanent housing. Services can include: Case management; Peer mentoring/advocacy from fellow Veterans; Linkage to VA and other community resources; Training in life skills, coping skills, and housing preparation; Linkage to specialists in budgeting, credit counseling, legal services, job preparation, and employment search; Temporary financial assistance to address housing barriers; Landlord/ tenant mediation

Date of Last Formal Update
02/14/2025
Data provided by
United Way of the Midlands
Providing organization
Salvation Army of Decatur and Macon County

Faith-based agency providing a variety of services for individuals and families.