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Homeless Veterans Dental Program
ABOUT THE HVDP The dental needs of homeless veterans are well documented. In studies listing and ranking the 10 highest unmet needs for homeless veterans, dental care was consistently one of the top 3 unmet needs, along with long-term permanent housing and childcare. There is some limited dental eligibility for homeless veterans who are in certain VA-sponsored rehabilitation programs. One of the HVDP goals is to permanently extend funded dental treatment to a wider range of homeless veterans. As we know, dental problems, such as pain and/or missing teeth can be tremendous barriers in seeking and obtaining employment. Our job is to facilitate these veterans in re-entering society as productive, self-sufficient people. By extending a Homeless Veteran Dental Initiative, we hope to accomplish this goal. Persons wishing to obtain information regarding the homeless dental program in their area should contact their nearest VA’s homeless coordinator. Contacts: Dr. Elizabeth Nuñez, Director
The Homeless Veterans Dental Program was established by the Veterans Administration in 1992. The program is funded through the Office of Dentistry and located at the Bay Pines VAHCS.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Ms. Carol Yakimo, Assistant Director
Mailing Address: Department of Veterans Affairs
Homeless Veterans Dental Program
10770 N. 46th Street, Suite A-400
Tampa, FL 33617
Questions or comments about the Homeless Veterans Dental Program? Contact: Carol Yakimo
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