Dial 2-1-1 or search 211.org for Virginia Beach-area emergency shelter, rent and utility assistance, and homeless veteran outreach. Local 2-1-1 specialists screen for veteran-specific programs (HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD) and connect callers to the nearest intake point.
Veteran Housing in Virginia Beach (2026 Guide)
Veteran housing help in Virginia Beach, Virginia: HUD-VASH vouchers, SSVF rapid re-housing, shelters, and local hotlines. Verified for 2026.
About housing for veterans in Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach (population 459,470) is one of the larger metros in Virginia, and several local and statewide programs serve veterans here. Most VA-administered care for Virginia Beach is delivered through Hampton VA Medical Center. This page lists verified housing resources filtered to Virginia Beach, plus the broader Virginia guide for help that is available statewide.
Veterans in crisis: dial 988 then press 1, text 838255, or chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net (24/7).
Virginia is home to more than 700,000 veterans, one of the largest veteran populations in the nation. With major military installations including Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Naval Station Norfolk, and Marine Corps Base Quantico, thousands of service members transition to civilian life in the Commonwealth each year. Stable housing is the foundation for a successful transition.
This guide covers the full spectrum of veteran housing resources in Virginia, from emergency shelter and HUD-VASH vouchers to the Virginia Housing Development Authority's homeownership programs. Whether you're at risk of homelessness or ready to purchase a home, Virginia has programs designed to help you.
Housing resources in Virginia Beach
SSVF grantee outreach for very low-income veteran families in Virginia Beach who are homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness. SSVF can fund rapid re-housing, temporary financial assistance, and case management.
HUD-VASH (Housing & Urban Development - VA Supportive Housing) combines a Housing Choice Voucher with VA case management for homeless Virginia Beach veterans. Apply through the local public housing authority and your nearest VA medical center.
Local HUD-funded Continuum of Care coordinated-entry intake for Virginia Beach-area veterans experiencing homelessness. CoCs route veterans to HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD transitional housing, and local nonprofit partners.
Free civil legal help for Virginia Beach-area veterans through Legal Services Corporation grantees and the Stateside Legal veteran-facing directory. Common matters include discharge upgrades, VA benefits appeals, family law, and housing.
Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) serving Virginia Beach, VA administer the Housing Choice Voucher used for HUD-VASH. Use HUD's official PHA contact list to find the right local PHA, request the veteran-priority waitlist, and confirm intake hours.
Statewide housing resources serving Virginia Beach
These Virginia programs are not based in Virginia Beach but accept residents.
HUD-VASH (Housing & Urban Development - VA Supportive Housing) combines a Housing Choice Voucher with VA case management for homeless Roanoke veterans. Apply through the local public housing authority and your nearest VA medical center.
Local HUD-funded Continuum of Care coordinated-entry intake for Roanoke-area veterans experiencing homelessness. CoCs route veterans to HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD transitional housing, and local nonprofit partners.
Local HUD-funded Continuum of Care coordinated-entry intake for Arlington-area veterans experiencing homelessness. CoCs route veterans to HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD transitional housing, and local nonprofit partners.
Free civil legal help for Norfolk-area veterans through Legal Services Corporation grantees and the Stateside Legal veteran-facing directory. Common matters include discharge upgrades, VA benefits appeals, family law, and housing.
HUD-VASH (Housing & Urban Development - VA Supportive Housing) combines a Housing Choice Voucher with VA case management for homeless Richmond veterans. Apply through the local public housing authority and your nearest VA medical center.
Free civil legal help for Newport News-area veterans through Legal Services Corporation grantees and the Stateside Legal veteran-facing directory. Common matters include discharge upgrades, VA benefits appeals, family law, and housing.
Local HUD-funded Continuum of Care coordinated-entry intake for Norfolk-area veterans experiencing homelessness. CoCs route veterans to HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD transitional housing, and local nonprofit partners.
Dial 2-1-1 or search 211.org for Richmond-area emergency shelter, rent and utility assistance, and homeless veteran outreach. Local 2-1-1 specialists screen for veteran-specific programs (HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD) and connect callers to the nearest intake point.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where can a veteran get housing help in Virginia Beach?
- Start with the resources listed on this page, which are filtered to Virginia Beach and the surrounding Virginia area. If you do not see what you need, expand to the full Virginia housing guide or call the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 1-877-424-3838 for an immediate referral.
- What is the closest VA facility to Virginia Beach?
- Veterans in Virginia Beach are typically served by Hampton VA Medical Center. Call 1-877-222-8387 or visit VA.gov/find-locations to confirm the right campus, clinic hours, and what services are offered before you travel.
- Are these Virginia Beach housing resources free for veterans?
- Most listed resources are free or low-cost for eligible veterans. Eligibility, copays, and waitlists vary by program, so confirm cost and required documents (DD-214, VA award letter, proof of residency) when you call.
- Who do I call first if I am a homeless veteran in Virginia Beach?
- Dial the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 1-877-424-3838 (24/7). Ask for the SSVF grantee and HUD-VASH coordinator nearest Virginia Beach; they can begin a rapid-rehousing intake the same day in most cases.