In an effort to provide a sense of dignity and control in these persons' lives, the Monetary Advisory Program addresses some of those obstacles. This program helps homeless mentally ill people manage their disability benefits, find affordable housing and maintain stability and independence. Consequently, these veterans are unable to obtain or manage life's basic necessities. This program works closely with the Social Security Administration and the Department of Veterans Affairs and functions as a representative payee and money-management resource. Program beneficiaries accept the responsibility for assuring that the funds they receive are spent on meeting their basic needs, such as housing, food, clothing and health care.
Beneficiaries also receive socialization and life skills classes.
The goal is to move veterans from homelessness and unsafe living environments and to assist them in becoming as self-sufficient as possible.