The Philadelphia Veterans and Multi-Service Education Center (PVMSEC) in Center City, a part of the U.S. Dept. of Veteran Affairs, provides 30 units of independent, permanent housing for homeless veterans who are dealing with chronic substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, behavioral and physical disabilities, and mental illness. The Coordinating Office of Drug and Alcohol Abuse Programs (CODAAP), transitional housing programs, the Office of Supportive Housing, and other veteran groups make referrals.

25 of the units PVMSEC offers are one-bedroom apartments and 5 are efficiencies. Residents are expected to contribute 30% of their income for rent purposes. All residents are also required to be drug and alcohol free to enter this program and in treatment, if applicable.

PVMSEC’s program provides additional services including volunteer outreach, case management, substance abuse treatment, HIV/AIDS medical diagnostic services, mental health supportive services, transportation, meals, clothing, and assistance securing VA benefits and entitlements. These services are provided by PVMSEC or a contracted independent provider.

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