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 has partnered with the United States Veterans Administration and opened Liberty House.

Liberty House is a transitional housing program that offers 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.

 

1501 E. El Paso, Fort Worth

Helping Homeless Vets Put their Lives Back Together

Funding

MHMR of Tarrant County Addiction Services Division 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 transitional housing center.

The VA grant and matching funds from MHMR of Tarrant County covered construction costs - bricks and mortar - only. The grant did not pay for essential items such as mattresses, sheets, window coverings, sofas, chairs, or even a refrigerator.

Community support made it possible for Liberty House to open its doors in March of 2010.