The problem of homeless veterans is growing once again. Our troops are coming home to a poor economy, some are battling PTSD and other mental health issues and others are struggling with addictions. So what is the Department of Veterans Affairs doing to combat this trend? What can be done to get vets to address their health issues or substance abuse problems? How are families crucial to this effort? And what housing provisions are part of the plan? We discuss it all with Pete Doherty of the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Homeless Veteran Initiative Office.