Are you a veteran who has been in jail/incarcerated?
Have you been released within the last 12 months?
Are you homeless, at risk of becoming homeless, or placed into temporary housing upon release?
You may be eligible for services under the Incarcerated Veterans’ Transition Program.
Potential services include:
Classroom training
On-the-job-training
Occupational skills training
Apprenticeship training
Upgrade and retraining
Funding for work tools and clothing.
Transportation
Childcare
Vehicle repairs
Rent payment assistance
The purpose of the grant is to ease the transition from incarceration to employment with the appropriate support structure in place.
To inquire about potential eligibility find your nearest American Job Center at https://www.labor.idaho.gov and ask to speak with a veterans’ representative.