Housing Veterans thru VASH which is similar to Section 8

[Rick Baggenstoss]

I recently started learning about the VASH program -- a program to provide homes and other support services to chronically homeless veterans a full service program.  These Vets don't have rental history, credit history, and may have some jail time ... automatic "No" criteria for screening. 

This program provides case managers and funds, vouchers, to get Vets set up and into homes.  Deposits are provided to the Vets and a Case Manager to work thru work/life issues.  Rumor is the rents are fair, vacancy rates are low.  

Does anyone have experience or opinions on this program in your area?  Atlanta and Houston experiences would be interesting.

Thanks,

Rick