Directory of Local Homeless Service Organizations

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Wisconsin

Veterans Assistance Foundation, Inc.

VAF, Inc., operates three assistance centers for homeless veterans in Wisconsin, a total of about 100 beds. We provide free shelter, food and clothing to meet immediate needs. Veterans are then provided assistance in accessing VA and state benefits for health, mental health, job service, individual and group counseling on-site and access to aftercare such as NA and AA. Currently, the Foundation operates under a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs. We also have affiliations with nine other similar organizatins across the country.

VAF Corporate Office
8444 Highway M
Fredonia, WI 53021
President/CEO Robert R. Piaro
Phone: 414-693-6333
Fax 414-6926467
Email robertp@pmihwy.com

WINTERSTAR

WINTERSTAR is a supportive transitional housing program for homeless mentally ill people. WINTERSTAR operates twenty apartments and provides counseling, links to community support, job development, and other assistance. The program uses a consumer-based model, and works toward client empowerment. Referrals come from homeless shelters, and medical and social workers in the community. The program is sponsored by the Salvation Army and supported by a HUD grant.

3120 West Wisconsin Avenue, #106
Milwaukee, WI 53208
Phone: 414-342-6172
Fax: 414-342-6961
Contact: Steve Lowry
Email: sbear@execpc.com