Veteran’s Assistance

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Supporting Veterans and Their Families Across Central Washington 

OIC of Washington provides specialized programs to help veterans and their families achieve housing stability, meaningful employment, and long-term self-sufficiency. Our Veteran Services team offers personalized support, case management, and connections to critical resources to help veterans overcome barriers and build stable futures. 

OIC offers two core Veteran Services programs: 

  • SSVF helps veterans and their families secure and maintain stable housing. 
  • HVRP helps veterans obtain employment, job training, and career advancement opportunities. 

Together, these programs provide comprehensive support to help veterans achieve housing stability, employment, and long-term independence. 

Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) 

Helping Veterans and Their Families Secure and Maintain Safe Housing 

The Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program provides outreach, navigation, and case management to low-income veterans and their families who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing housing. The goal is to help veterans obtain and maintain permanent, safe housing. 

Services Include 

  • Housing Support: Assistance finding or maintaining stable housing 
  • Case Management: Personalized support to help veterans achieve housing stability 
  • Referrals: Connections to VA benefits, housing resources, and supportive services 

Eligibility Requirements 

Participants must meet the following criteria: 

  • Military Service: Discharge status other than dishonorable and not discharged due to a general court-martial 
  • Housing Status: Currently homeless or at risk of losing housing 
  • Income: Low income, based on federal eligibility guidelines 

Locations 

OIC Veteran Support Office-Yakima | OIC Education & Career Training Center - Pasco

Service Areas 

Yakima, Klickitat, Benton, Franklin, and Skamania counties (Service availability may vary by location).

Days & Hours 

Monday – Friday  
7:00 AM – 6:00 PM 

Services are available in person or remotely. 

Contact SSVF: 

Yakima, Skamania, and Klickitat Counties:  
509-571-7466  or 509-571-7645 

Benton and Franklin Counties:  
509-314-5818  or 509-314-1827 

 

Homeless Veterans’ Reintegration Program (HVRP) 

Helping Veterans Secure Employment and Career Stability 

The Homeless Veterans’ Reintegration Program (HVRP), funded by the U.S. Department of Labor, helps veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness prepare for, obtain, and retain meaningful employment. Through career services, training, and job placement, veterans gain the tools needed to achieve long-term stability and independence. 

Services Include 

  • Career exploration and job readiness support 
  • Individualized employment planning and case management 
  • Job training aligned with in-demand industries 
  • Job placement assistance with local employers 
  • Supportive services to address employment barriers 
  • Connections to workforce and community partners 

Career Pathways Include 

  • Healthcare 
  • Construction 
  • Manufacturing 
  • Transportation and Warehousing 

Service Area 

Yakima, Kittitas, Benton, Franklin, Grant, Adams, Walla Walla, Chelan, and Douglas counties 

Contact HVRP: 

Jennifer Semanko  
Associate Director, Veteran Services   
J.S@OICOFWA.ORG 

Rafael Flores Moreno  
Program Manager, Veteran Services  
R.M@OICOFWA.ORG 
Main Office: 509-457-2926 

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