OUR PROGRAMS
Rise 4 Hope addresses homelessness from every angle — housing, nutrition, mental health, employment, and community. Because getting off the streets is just the beginning.
EMERGENCY HOUSING PLACEMENT
A safe roof — tonight.
When a veteran has nowhere to go, we act immediately. Our emergency housing program works directly with local housing partners, shelters, and transitional facilities to place veterans in safe, stable accommodations as fast as possible.
- Same-day placement coordination
- Partnerships with local shelters and transitional housing
- Case management from intake through move-in
- Follow-up support to prevent return to homelessness
COMMUNITY MEALS & SUPPLIES
Nourishment for body and spirit.
No veteran should go hungry. Our community meals program provides hot, nutritious meals alongside essential supplies — hygiene kits, clothing, and daily necessities — delivered with dignity and respect.
- Regular hot meal distributions in Chattanooga
- Hygiene kits and essential supply packages
- Clothing and seasonal gear distribution
- Connection to food assistance programs
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
Healing the wounds you cannot see.
Many veterans face PTSD, depression, and trauma that go untreated. We connect veterans with licensed mental health professionals, peer support groups, and crisis intervention services — because healing is part of the mission.
- Referrals to licensed counselors and therapists
- Peer support groups led by fellow veterans
- Crisis intervention and hotline resources
- Coordination with VA mental health services
JOB PLACEMENT & TRAINING
From service to civilian success.
Stable employment is the foundation of lasting stability. We help veterans translate their military skills into civilian careers through job readiness training, resume assistance, and direct employer partnerships.
- Resume writing and interview preparation
- Military-to-civilian skills translation
- Employer partnership network in Chattanooga
- Vocational training and certification support
RESOURCE NAVIGATION
Cutting through the red tape.
The system is complicated. We make it simple. Our resource navigators work one-on-one with veterans to identify and access every benefit, service, and program they are entitled to — from VA benefits to local assistance.
- VA benefits enrollment and claims assistance
- Connection to local and federal assistance programs
- Legal aid referrals for housing and benefits
- Long-term case management and check-ins
COMMUNITY INTEGRATION
Building belonging, one connection at a time.
A home is more than four walls. We help veterans rebuild social connections, find community, and develop the support networks that make long-term stability possible. No veteran should face this journey alone.
- Veteran community events and gatherings
- Mentorship pairing with stable veteran peers
- Family reunification support services
- Civic engagement and volunteer opportunities
HOW WE HELP
REACH OUT
Contact us by phone, email, or walk-in. We are here and ready to listen.
ASSESSMENT
We sit down with you to understand your situation and identify the most urgent needs.
ACTION PLAN
Together we build a personalized plan — housing, resources, support, and next steps.
ONGOING SUPPORT
We stay with you through the journey, checking in and adjusting as your needs evolve.
NEED HELP? WE'RE HERE.
If you or someone you know is a veteran experiencing homelessness in the Chattanooga area, reach out today. No appointment necessary.