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A major barrier to eradicating veteran homelessness is the scarcity of affordable housing. High rents and limited housing availability heighten the risk of homelessness for veterans and hinder their journey towards stable, permanent housing. A nationwide shortage of affordable rental properties necessitates a comprehensive strategy to ensure veterans have access to appropriate housing. This strategy could include building more multifamily housing units, reserving specific units within existing properties, and creating partnerships with landlords and real estate professionals to encourage renting to veterans.

Additionally, it's imperative to forge strong links between early intervention in various systems and the integration of veterans into the homeless services network. Providing employment opportunities and financial support, such as Social Security, Veterans Affairs benefits, and pension assistance, is vital for veterans to achieve housing stability. Veterans transitioning from the military, criminal justice, or healthcare systems face unique challenges that could lead to homelessness if not properly managed. Improving the flow of information about available resources and programs during military transitions, and ensuring smooth transitions from justice and healthcare systems with housing support and access to necessary services, can greatly diminish the rates of homelessness, enhance health outcomes, and prevent future complications.