Health Care for Reentry Veterans (HCRV) Program - Veteran Criminal Justice Programs
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| Group | Legal Services |
| Category | Veteran Criminal Justice Programs |
| Name | Health Care for Reentry Veterans (HCRV) Program |
| Provider | United States Department of Veterans Affairs |
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Description
Most Veterans who are in jail or prison will eventually reenter the community. VA’s Health Care for Reentry Veterans (HCRV) program is designed to promote success and prevent homelessness among Veterans returning home after incarceration. HCRV specialists work with Veterans to ease their transition from prison back into the community. HCRV specialists meet with incarcerated veterans before they’re released and assist them in planning for reintegration into the community by accessing VA and community services as well as housing and employment opportunities. HCRV services include: Outreach and pre-release assessments services for veterans in prison; referrals and linkages to medical, mental health and social services, including employment services on release; and short-term case management assistance on release.
An HCRV specialist is the regional point of contact who provides outreach and assessment services to incarcerated veterans. In Oregon the HCRV specialist is Diana Rogers.
The difference between the VJO and HCRV programs is that the HCRV targets veterans who are already incarcerated and are planning re-entry back to community. The VJO program makes contact prior to incarceration as prevention. HCRV Specialist Contact for Oregon: Diana Rogers Diana.rogers2@va.gov
In working with veterans facing jail or prison sentences, it is important to note that VA compensation and benefits can be reduced, suspended or discontinued when a veteran is incarcerated for more than 60 days. Benefits may also be suspended if there is an outstanding warrant.
Request Military Service Records For copies of military services records such as DD Form 214 (Report of Separation), an online electronic request can be made at https://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records .
Contacts
Contact: Office Email: Diana.rogers2@va.gov