Other resources for Veterans:
Social Security Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Expanding Access to SSI: Getting Your Application Started Online (link)
The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program provides monthly payments to people who are 65 and older, and to adults and children with disabilities who have low income and few resources. SSI is a critical program for veterans, people struggling with homelessness, mental illness, and other challenges. Click on the heading above for more information or https://www.ssa.gov/ssi to get started.
VAMC Coverage: Henderson, Polk, Rutherford, Transylvania
Asheville VA Medical Center
1100 Tunnel Rd
Asheville, NC 28805
Healthcare for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) Walk-in Clinic:
Building 14 on Asheville VAMC campus (1100 Tunnel Rd, Asheville NC)
M-F, 8:30am – 4pm 828-298-7911 ext. 1198
HCHV Outreach
Staff: Howard Anderson
828-708-9603
howard.anderson@va.gov
Amanda Stancil
828-273-3266
amanda.stancil@va.gov
SSVF Coverage: Henderson, Polk, Rutherford, Transylvania
Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry – Veterans Services of the Carolinas
1845 Brevard Rd
Arden, NC 28704
855-962-8387
Referrals:
Call 855-962-8387 or visit https://nccare360.org/get-help/
For other county resources in Western North Carolina:
https://files.stablerack.com/webfiles/100663/2025-nc-bos-veteran-resource-guide.pdf
VA Homeless Programs:
If you are a Veteran who is homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness, we strongly encourage you to contact the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at (877) 4AID-VET (877-424-3838) for assistance.
Current VA Loan Rates Available Locally
VA Housing Grants for Disabled Veteran
Top 60 Veteran & Military-Friendly Employers
Trusted Military and Veteran Service Organizations
NC Legal AID HousingEntire division dedicated to housing & resources
SNAP Food Assistance Benefits (Military Benefits)
College Resources for Veterans and Their Families
Highly-Rated Nonprofits Dedicated to Veterans and Military Service Members
Five Ways to Cope with PTSD
The Veterans Healing Farm
Building a safe shelter for homeless women veterans in Western North Carolina
Aura Home Women Vets
501(C)3 EIN# 47-2041216
Contact Information
The Aura Home Women Vets office:
St Matthias Episcopal Church Parish House, 1 Dundee St - Asheville, NC 28801
Mail: P.O. Box 14, Asheville NC 28802
Phone: 828-771-6979.
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