VA Homeless Programs

“The Durham VA Homeless Program has been a resilient team with G.R.I.T. Our team of 34 FTE consists of clinical and administrative staff with a broad array of knowledge, skills, and abilities that aid us in completing the mission of ending homelessness among Veterans. This team has been steadfast in the mission, despite the challenges of work/life/family balance during this global pandemic. They exhibit passion and persistence in their work while upholding the I CARE values.”

—Ellecia Thompson, Durham VA Homeless Program Supervisor

Durham VA Health Care System

Ellecia Thompson (Homeless Program Supervisor), Kristen Darr, Katia Blevins, Lindsay Lofaro, Amanda Cantrell, DJ Atkinson, Robert Devlin, Jessica Herbin, Heather Monroe, Alicia Ellison, Tomesia Royster, Ben Triplett, Erica Wilkerson, Caroline Justice, Jasmine Hockaday, Alleta Spruill, Dakena Stewart

Ellecia M. Thompson

Homeless Program Supervisor

Workplace & VISN

Durham VA Health Care System, VISN 6

How long have you been employed by the VA?

13 years

Why did you become a social worker?  What do you like about working in homeless programs?

I became a social worker to be the voice for those who are vulnerable and disenfranchised. I love to see the hope in their eyes when they turn the key to their new home.

Who is recognizing you for 2021 SW Appreciation Month and why? (We can add this information if needed)

Supervisor nominates the entire Durham VA/ Greenville HCC homeless program for its grit and resiliency and staying steadfast in the mission to help Veterans who are homeless.

What do you do for fun? Favorite Quote?  What else would you like to share about yourself?

I like to listen to music, it’s my therapy.
“Each One, Teach One”