The Bringing Veterans Home Initiative (BVH) is a statewide program dedicated to ending veteran homelessness in New Jersey. Garden State Home (GSH) serves homeless and at-risk veterans in Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean Counties, providing rapid-response support, including:

• Supportive services
• Transportation
• Food assistance
• Emergency supplies
• Housing connections

Fill out the Referral Form  and we will reach out to you as soon as possible.

Bringing Veterans Home (BVH) creates a clear path to stable housing for veterans experiencing homelessness through a coordinated network of services and support.

BVH coordinates with federal, state, and local housing programs across New Jersey to create a seamless support system. This includes rapid placement options for immediate needs, rental assistance programs for ongoing stability, and comprehensive support services that help veterans maintain their housing long-term. By leveraging these resources together, we can match each veteran with the most appropriate housing solution for their situation.

Multiple Ways to Refer

• Through existing coordinated entry systems
• Via community partner referrals
• Self-referral through online form, NJ Vet2Vet, or NJ 211

Please note: This form should not be used for emergencies or persons facing/currently experiencing unsheltered homelessness needing immediate shelter after 4pm on a business day.

For persons needing immediate shelter, please first contact NJ Vet2Vet at 1-866-838-7654.

If further assistance is needed, you may also reach out to our BVH emergency placement provider, NJ SOS VETS, at 1-855-289-8527.

Age Groups	Adults Seniors
Community Services	Basic Needs / Assistance Military / Veteran Services

Last Updated: 02/24/26