Veteran Housing

no veteran left behind

Serving Those in Need

CHEP operates two supportive housing programs for homeless veterans in Maryland and South Carolina, along with a permanent housing project in Washington, DC.

Our housing initiatives are designed to foster independence and long-term stability, providing veterans with the opportunity to focus on skill development, employment, financial security, mental health, and substance use recovery. Each step of the journey is supported by our dedicated team of program managers, case workers, and support staff, ensuring compassionate, personalized care.

Beyond veteran housing and support services, CHEP strengthens local communities through food banks, school partnerships, and volunteer initiatives, creating lasting impact and hope for those in need.

CHEP Housing Initiatives

Perryville, MD

The Veterans Independence Project (VIP) located on the Perry Point Veterans Affairs Medical Center campus has provided immediate housing and supportive services to homeless veterans. With the capacity to house 29 Veterans, the convenient location offers veterans easy access to VA services.

Washington D.C.

CHEP DC Vets collaborates with regional partners to focus on equitable housing for veterans experiencing chronic homelessness, giving primary attention to strategies that maximize and optimize resources required to maintain and stabilize housing access and retention for a highly vulnerable population. 

Charleston, SC

Charleston Vets can house up to 35 veterans in apartments that allow veterans to live independently with responsibilities such as cooking, cleaning, washing, and caretaking. The Charleston Vets program encourages residents to work together as a group and share responsibilities for community living.

Freedom House provides individual housing to 5 additional veterans within the Charleston Vets community, offering a continuum of care to support veterans in recovery and skill development.

Participants must pay market-rate rent, create a budget, maintain employment or financial support, be self-sufficient, and remain substance-free.

Be Kind, Do Better

Frank Smith is a Naval Veteran who battles PTSD and has been through many ups and downs. His experience has given him new perspectives on life and a desire to help other men struggling with mental health and addiction. Check out part of his story as he recalls wise words his mother gave him on caring for others.

Turning Point

Edward Bunn is a Marine Corps Veteran who graduated as an honor man from bootcamp, was top of his class at Marine Combat Training and was class leader at Military Police School before serving with Marine One. A model marine.

After losing a close friend to a helicopter crash during his time in service, losing his best friend, a Naval Veteran, to suicide, and walking his wife's tough medical diagnosis, he found himself in a place he never imagined he'd be in.

Putting in the Work

Xaiver is a US Naval Veteran who has been with CHEP since December of 2023. He recalls the hard work it takes to walk the road of recovery and wellness.

Here at CHEP, it's our passion to help homeless Veterans achieve financial and mental wellness and stability- but it takes a LOT of hard work from the Veterans themselves! We are so proud of those who come through CHEP, put in the work, and look to make changes for good in both their lives, and their communities.