Record Low in Veteran Homelessness Spurs New Support Initiatives

The Biden administration announced a record low in veteran homelessness since 2009, with a 55.6% decrease from 2010. In January 2023, 32,882 homeless veterans were counted, down from previous years. The "Housing First" approach has helped house nearly 48,000 veterans, and efforts continue to provide stable housing for all veterans. Despite progress, veterans still make up 13% of the homeless population. The VA and HUD are working on various initiatives, including grants and increased income eligibility for housing vouchers, to further reduce veteran homelessness.