HUD-VASH (Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing) - Colorado

Overview

HUD-VASH combines Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) rental assistance with VA case management and clinical services for homeless veterans. In Colorado, vouchers are administered through the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center (Aurora) and local Public Housing Authorities.

Eligibility

  • Must be a veteran (as defined by the VA)
  • Must be homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness
  • Must be eligible for VA healthcare
  • Prioritized for chronically homeless veterans

What's Provided

  • Rental subsidy: Voucher covers gap between 30% of income and Fair Market Rent
  • VA case management: Ongoing supportive services
  • Clinical services: Mental health, substance use treatment, medical care through the VA
  • Housing search assistance

How to Access

  1. Contact the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans: 1-877-4AID-VET (1-877-424-3838)
  2. Visit your local VA Medical Center (Rocky Mountain Regional VA in Aurora)
  3. Referrals can come through the VA, local PHAs, or Coordinated Entry
  4. Contact Denver Housing Authority for local voucher administration

Contact

Notes

  • Unlike regular Section 8, HUD-VASH vouchers have separate, dedicated funding and a different application process
  • Veterans do not need to wait on the general Section 8 waitlist
  • Also see SSVF - Supportive Services for Veteran Families for shorter-term prevention assistance

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