HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Department of Veterans Affairs announced Thursday nearly $9 million in grants to help veterans who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless in Hawaii and Guam.

The three organizations receiving grants are WestCare Pacific Islands, Inc. in Guam ($1.3 million), United States Veterans Initiative in Hawaii ($5.4 million), and Catholic Charities Hawaii ($2.1 million).

The programs were chosen for their experience and past performance in providing supportive services to veteran families, and the need in the area or community where the program is based.

The grants will give veterans access to housing and housing counseling, health care, financial planning services, child care, legal assistance, and transportation.

“Supportive services like child care, ho

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