Ben Singleton Center
Grant & Per Diem Programs (GPD)Ben Singleton Center
1800 Danese Court
Jacksonville, FL 32207
Program Contact
Cheana Leon
Program Manager
(904) 239-5790
Office Address: 6015 Chester Circle, 103B
Jacksonville, FL 32217
Office Hours: 8 AM to 4 PM
Program Overview
The Ben Singleton Center GPD program provides transitional housing and supportive services to homeless Veterans to stabilize and prepare them for a life of independence. Program fees are based on income. Veterans are able to stay in the program for up to two years. Volunteers of America of Florida is a 501c3 nonprofit with results-driven programming which is measured through outcomes. 90% of all participants successfully transition to independent housing.
Qualifications for this Program
- Must be a male, 18 years or older
- Must be a Veteran with General, Other, or Honorable Discharge
- Must be homeless or in danger of becoming homeless
Requirements to Stay in the Program
- Remain clean and sober
- Be involved in meaningful activities and volunteer in the community
- Attend all medical and behavioral health appointments
- If applicable, pay program fee monthly.
Year Established
1998
Services Provided
- Case Management
- Individual and Group Psychotherapy
- Development and follow-up with Individual Life Plan
- In-service and post-service referrals
- Therapeutic treatment for Veterans recovering from substance disorders
- Aftercare services
- Family engagement and education
- Monthly events
- Complimentary laundry facilities on site
Funding Partners
U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA)
Ben Singleton Center
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Thank you and shout out to the 4th graders at Sallie Jones Elementary School located behind the #VOAFL Punta Gorda Veterans Village! These amazing students walked over to the program with over 10 boxes of food to donate to the Veterans! What an incredible honor to be recognized by these students, thank you to the parents and the teachers for teaching the students the value of giving back! ❤️
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Save the date!!! October 17th #VOAFL Manatee County, Florida program will be hosting Spirit Night at Tijuana Flats. 20% of your purchase will go back to supporting formerly homeless Veterans and individuals living with mental illness. Grab your friends & family, head over to #TijuanaFlats for some fantastic food and proudly smile because you just gave back to Floridians in need!
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