Kentucky River Foothills: Supportive Services for Veteran Families
Reviewed Aug 14, 2026
Kentucky River Foothills' Supportive Services for Veteran Families program helps eligible low-income veteran households prevent homelessness or move from homelessness toward stable housing.
SSVF is a housing-stability program, not a guaranteed source of same-day shelter or cash assistance. Eligibility and funding must be confirmed.
Best for
- Veterans and veteran families who are homeless or at risk of eviction
- Eligible low-income veteran households in the program's 21-county service area, including Pulaski, Russell, and Wayne counties
How to start
- Call the SSVF referral line for an initial eligibility screen
- Gather proof of veteran status, household income, and the housing crisis if available
- Ask about case management, temporary financial assistance, deposits, benefits, employment, and housing navigation
Services and support
- One-on-one veteran case management
- Homelessness prevention and housing navigation
- Temporary rental, utility-deposit, or security-deposit assistance when eligible and funded
- Connections to VA services, public benefits, employment, and community resources
Common documents
- DD-214, HINQ report, or VHA card
- Recent household income documentation
- Eviction notice and lease, shelter statement, or other proof of housing crisis
Location and contact
Location:
311 Spangler Drive
Richmond, KY 40475
SSVF referrals: 859-408-7017
Kentucky River Foothills main line: 859-624-2046
Review SSVF eligibility and services
Contact Kentucky River Foothills
Find more veteran help through Kentucky 211
Information reviewed August 14, 2026. Eligibility, allowable assistance, and funding availability are decided case by case. Contact the SSVF team before making commitments.