Offering Sobriety and Hope to Tarrant County Homeless Veterans

Background and History of Liberty House

There is a critical shortage of residential, substance abuse, and family supportive services for Tarrant County veterans. To address this need, MHMR of Tarrant County-Addiction Services is partnering with the United States Veterans Administration to open a transitional housing program for homeless veterans. The facility, located at 1501 E. El Paso, in Fort Worth will be named Liberty House.

Liberty House is unique. It will offer veterans the opportunity to live and work in a safe and drug free environment while practicing their recovery skills. MHMR of Tarrant County has a staff of trained professionals who are experienced in helping people overcome the problems associated with mental illness and addictive behaviors.

 

Helping Homeless Vets Put their Lives Back Together

Funding

MHMR of Tarrant County Addiction Services Division has received a capital grant award from the Veterans Administration totaling $600,000 and has matched the VA grant with an additional $300,000 to renovate and expand an existing facility into a new transitional housing center.   

The VA grant and matching funds from MHMR of Tarrant County will pay construction costs - bricks and mortar - only. 

This grant does not pay for essential items such as mattresses, sheets, window coverings, sofas, chairs, or even a refrigerator.  Renovation is slated to be completed by September, 2009; however, the doors will remain closed to new residents until the curtains are hung and the sheets are turned back. 

With community support the interior furnishing will be completed and the facility can open its doors and welcome home its first residents by Christmas 2009.  Your help is needed to provide all of the essentials to make Liberty House a home.