April 20, 2015
Last year, Governor Malloy joined the Obama Administration’s goal of ending homelessness among veterans by the end of 2015. In January, Governor Malloy announced that the state was chosen to join the Zero: 2016 initiative – a national effort to combat veteran homelessness.
“As we well know, our veterans and their families face significant challenges every day, including homelessness,” Connecticut Department of Veterans’ Affairs Commissioner Sean Connolly said. “This grant for additional vouchers will go along toward serving the great veterans of the State of Connecticut and their families. Those who have selflessly served our state and nation deserve no less. Veterans always!”
“These federal vouchers are an important part of our mission to end chronic veteran homelessness in Connecticut,” Connecticut Department of Housing Commissioner Evonne Klein said. “We are excited for our continued partnership with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and are appreciative for these additional housing vouchers. Our veterans are an important part of our community, and it’s important to recognize their individual needs and help those who have fallen on hard times to get back on their feet. These vouchers will help us to accomplish just that.”