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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The #VOAFL Tampa team will be proudly attending this rescheduled Stand-Down for Homeless Veterans. There will be opportunities to receive housing referrals & resources, medical services, hygiene items, donated items and much more! If you or someone you know are looking for assistance please stop by and see us!
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There is power in prayer – please join together with our programs to pray for Puerto Rico and all those in the path of hurricane Maria and those still recovering from Harvey and Irma. Together we are stronger.
A prayer from our Chaplain Vanessa Pena - Lord, we come to you Father for safety, protection, and wisdom. We saw how you sheltered us from Irma and Lord we ask that you do the same for Puerto Rico and all the islands in the path of Maria. God help us at VOAF prepare for this storm and the aftermath, use us Lord to help those in need; in your Son’s we pray, Amen.
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Here are the Key Messages from NHC regarding extremely dangerous Hurricane Maria, issued at 5 p.m. AST - www.hurricanes.gov
From #VOAFL President & CEO, Janet Stringfellow:
I am proud to share that our mission was able to keep safe around 5K Floridians during the storm. Now my colleagues are cooking meals for 100's of Florida's most vulnerable due to power outages. This includes senior citizens with no family members, homeless veterans and residents with special needs. If you would like to be part of these recovery efforts please check the link below. Thank you in advance for helping us make a difference.
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THANK YOU everyone who sent prayers and support during Hurricane #Irma! We are eternally grateful!
Now it's time to go to work!!!
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Today, on the anniversary of 9/11 and following one of the largest hurricanes in the Atlantic's history, #VOAFL requests that you join us in taking both a moment of immense gratitude for all first responders, fire fighters, EMS & those that selflessly serve us all as well as a moment of reflection, prayer & remembrance for those we lost on 9/11/01 & those lost after due to the effects of 9/11.
Names of those lost:
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9/11 timeline
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Irma is currently thrashing the Florida Keys & is starting to hit mainland Florida. Please keep everyone affected in your prayers & consider giving to #VOAFL.
To donate text the word VOAF to 41444.
The funds will help to repair and rebuild our programs, ensure services can continue as well as provide disaster relief assistance.
Thank you for your compassion, kindness and generosity.
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As Irma approaches Florida love, prayers and kindness are what is needed now. Thank to you all those helping others to prepare, those opening your homes and especially the civil servants staying in harms way to protect/serve those in need. This is the best of humanity.
A major thank you to the police, EMS and OUR TEAM for all that you do now and every day.
If you're interested in helping from afar please text VOAF to 41444. Funds raised between Sept 1st - 29th using that code will be used to help with disaster recovery efforts.
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Please check your local Government Emergency Websites for instructions, EMS numbers & shelters in your area.
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Monroe County Last Minute Shelters
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Miami EMS info
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Miami-Dade County offices are closed Thursday, Sept. 7 and Friday, Sept. 8.
The 311 Contact Center is currently open 24 hours. Dial 311 or 305-468-5900 for official Miami-Dade County emergency information.
Miami-Dade Office of Emergency Management
Ft Meyers Government EMS info
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Ft Meyers residents are strongly encouraged to sign up for Code Red, an emergency community notification service. public.coderedweb.com/cne/en-US/35B9EAD73F60
Fort Myers, Florida
TAMPA - Hurricane Irma Hotline open 8am-8pm: (844) 852-8889 Text TAMPAREADY to 888-777 for emergency updates.
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City of Orlando EMS Info, Shelters Etc
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City of Jacksonville EMS updates
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Tallahassee EMS info
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As Hurricane #Irma approaches, we humbly request your prayers, not only for #Florida, but for all affected.
To support the emergency efforts please text VOAF to 41444.
Thank you all & god bless everyone.
#VOAFL continues to pray for and think about everyone affected by #HurricaneIrma.
We continue to work around the clock preparing our elderly residents and participants before #Irma hits us.
Major kudos to team members around the state for working extremely hard to make sure the Floridians we serve are safe!
Team, please make sure YOU are prepared & safe as well.
If you would like to support Volunteers of America of Florida by making a donation to assist with hurricane needs simply text VOAF to 41444, anything helps.
God bless you all & please continue to pray!
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