BROKEN Identify veteran status at intake
We ask during case prep and gather discharge records (DD-214) where possible.
Coordinate, don't duplicate
The VA already runs programs for incarcerated and justice-involved veterans. Our job is to connect people to them early, help with the paperwork, and make sure a Dream Team and a release-day team are there too.
Connect before release
Referral to the VA's Health Care for Reentry Veterans (HCRV) specialist for the facility.
Plan housing early
HUD-VASH and SSVF eligibility screening early, because some definitions of homelessness exclude people leaving long sentences.
Restart benefits
VA benefits are reduced or suspended during incarceration. We help file reinstatement paperwork promptly to avoid gaps and overpayment debt.
VA programs we connect to
VA program
Health Care for Reentry Veterans (HCRV)
Reentry planning and VA service education for veterans in state and federal prisons.
VA program
Veterans Justice Outreach (VJO)
Outreach and linkage for veterans in jails and in veterans treatment courts.
Housing and employment
Housing
HUD-VASH & SSVF
Rental assistance with VA case management, plus Supportive Services for Veteran Families.
Employment
Homeless Veterans' Reintegration Program
U.S. Department of Labor job training and placement for veterans experiencing homelessness.
Are you a veteran coming home, or helping one?
From inside
PO Box 4
Write to us
Write to us from inside at PO Box 4, Frankfort, IN 46041.
Family
Email or call
Or have a family member email admin@brokenchampions.com or call 260-508-6867.
Fine Print
Disclosures & sources
Broken Champions is not part of the VA and does not determine VA eligibility. We help people connect to VA services.