Recent counts show, on any given night there are more than 650 homeless Veterans in Santa Clara County
According to the most recent counts, on any given night there are more than 650 homeless Veterans in Santa Clara County.
As a Veteran myself, it is painful to see my fellow service members face these obstacles. These brave men and women risked their lives to protect our freedoms. They deserve to be treated with dignity after they return home.
Because of the high cost of housing in San Jose, many Veterans are also struggling to pay their rent each month. They live on the brink of homelessness and are forced to choose between housing, food, or the physical and mental health care they need.
That is why I thank the San Jose City Council for placing Measure E on the March 3, 2020, ballot. It will support affordable housing for Veterans and can help us put an end to Veteran homelessness once and for all.
Tito Cortez
Founder
Veterans Supportive Service Agency
San Jose
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