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1 NVTAC Virtual Learning Class: Strategies to Succeed in HVRP A Virtual Learning Class for New HVRP Staff Ian Lisman Advocates for Human Potential nvtac@ahpnet.com John Rio Advocates for Human Potential nvtac@ahpnet.com Module 6 Subpopulation Services 10 Source: Polk State College

2 Overview of Subpopulations and Special Groups 12

3 Homeless Veteran Special Groups Special disabled Disabled Newly separated (within 36 months of discharge from the military) Campaign Badge Recipient Operation Iraqi Freedom /Operation Enduring Freedom Welfare and/or other public assistance recipients Economically disadvantaged Chronically homeless Incarcerated Veterans Stand Down participants 13

4 Chronically Homeless Veteran A homeless individual who has met the definition of homelessness continuously for at least 12 months, or on at least four separate occasions in the last 3 years, where the combined occasions total a length of time of at least 12 months. Each period separating the occasions must include at least 7 nights of not meeting the definition of homelessness. 14

5 Incarcerated Veteran Veterans who have been convicted as an adult and imprisoned under municipal, county, tribal, federal, or state law and fall into one of the following categories: Category 1 The veteran was released within the previous 12 months from a penal institution into homelessness and needs employment assistance; Category 2 The veteran has been incarcerated for at least six months and is scheduled for release within six months with no known housing destination and needs employment assistance; Category 3 The veteran was released within the previous 12 months from a penal institution into temporary or permanent housing, but is now at imminent risk of homelessness and needs employment assistance; or Category 4 The veteran is a resident of an institution that provides long-term care for mental illness and is scheduled for release with no known housing destination and needs employment assistance. 15

6 Homeless Veteran Subpopulations Women Veterans Older Veterans Younger Veterans Veterans of Color Families LGTBQ Veterans 16

7 POLL 6B Which subpopulation is overrepresented in your HVRP? Choose up to two! 17

8 Exploring Subpopulations 18

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10 Women Veterans Fastest growing demographic Nearly 1 in 5 veterans and service members are women Veteran identity Veterans organizations and service providers slow to adapt to women veterans 20

11 Older Veterans Defining older Older veterans face workplace discrimination Breaking stereotypes Sensitivity to needs and issues Growing cohort 21

12 Younger Veterans Defining younger Current conflict veterans not always young Skills transfer Program must not shout homeless younger veterans often do not self identify Want to be active in community 22

13 Veterans of Color Black and Latino veterans are over-represented in homeless veteran population Historical context of contributions veterans of color have made to our military and nation Diverse staff Respect and understanding 23

14 Families Veterans with dependents are a growing demographic Single parents have many more considerations and challenges Men can be single parents too Service sector slowly adapting to families experiencing homelessness 24

15 LGTBQ Veterans May have face discrimination and/or military justice while in active duty Newly emerging as a unique subpopulation: new military regulations mean newly discharged LGBTQ veterans may have served out More research on this subpopulation is needed 25

16 Are there any subpopulations that are missing or emerging? Discuss Raise your hand to come off mute or dial *1. 26

17 Photo Credit: Horia Varlan Questions or Comments Type in chat or use the raise hand button to be unmuted. 27

18 The Big Picture of Veteran Subpopulations 28

19 Special Considerations Each subpopulation has unique service needs, but all are Veterans Focus on strengths, not barriers Find common ground 29

20 Tailoring Services for Subpopulations Welcoming to all Veterans Family friendly Women feel safe and respected Different age groups represented Tolerant and non-judgmental 30

21 What are some unique ways that your program has adapted and changed to meet specific needs of subpopulations? How do you make your program more friendly to various subpopulations? Discuss Raise your hand to come off mute or dial *1. 31

22 Let s meet Barbara and Discuss her Situation Barbara is a 36-year-old, Mixed Race, Coast Guard Veteran. She identifies as LGBT / Homosexual. She was sexually assaulted by a senior officer while on active duty and as a result has experienced Military Sexual Trauma (MST) and has undiagnosed PTSD as well. She doesn t seem open to talk about her issues other than to say she got into drugs as form of self-medication and has been unable to keep a steady job. She has been couch-surfing staying at friends houses. She says she is ready to change her life but doesn t know what to do. 32

23 Q&A About Barbara What are some ways your HVRP could be a welcoming environment to Barbara? Program design considerations Staff considerations Engaging in a conversation Raise your hand to come off mute or dial *1. 33

24 Q&A About Barbara What kinds of services does Barbara need? Direct (HVRP) services Referrals What other unmet needs does she have? What about workplace and employer discrimination? Raise your hand to come off mute or dial *1. 34

25 Q&A About Barbara Is HVRP equipped to address Barbara s barriers? Is she Employment Ready? What about housing? Can someone who is actively using be employable? Raise your hand to come off mute or dial *1. 35

26 Lessons Learned from Barbara Special populations often have unique barriers and challenges. Workplace discrimination can often be an issue for some subpopulations. Creating and open and welcoming environment can go a long way in helping clients feel comfortable. 36

27 Lessons Learned from Barbara Having staff that reflects the demographics you are serving can go a long way in terms of encouraging veterans to work with your program. Sometimes the needs of veterans will exceed the capabilities of the program. Understand triage Have good judgment Know when to refer Have good referral networks 37

28 Photo Credit: Horia Varlan Questions or Comments Type in chat or use the raise hand button to be unmuted. 38

29 Here to Help Contact me any time with any issues big or small! Ian Lisman Senior Program Associate Advocates for Human Potential (cell) 39