The VA Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC) and the Home for the Holidays initiative provide one-stop, multiagency support to transition homeless and at-risk Veterans into permanent housing.
What is the CRRC “Home for the Holidays” Effort?
• Core Goal: An intensive seasonal and year-round push by VA health systems, local community partners, and outreach teams to find unsheltered Veterans and place them into stable housing before or during the winter holidays.
• One-Stop Access: CRRC sites combine services under one roof, connecting Veterans with permanent housing options (such as HUD-VASH vouchers), healthcare, mental health support, employment counseling, and legal or utility assistance.
• Wrap-Around Support: Programs partner with local organizations (like regional housing authorities and community shelters) to provide ongoing case management so Veterans stay housed long-term.