VA Homeless Programs

“These social workers have consistently gone above and beyond to serve Veterans in need. From distributing emergency supplies, cell phones, and meals to providing crisis response for national call center, virtual treatment, housing, social justice, and advocacy! Please join me in recognizing this incredible social work team.”

— Shaleen Robertson, Homeless Programs Director

St. Louis Team

HOPE VASH Social Workers: Angela Wren, Erica Harmon, Maddie Janoch, Derrick Howell, Julia Stith, Phillip Patterson, Marcel Whittaker, Allison Job, Jessica Varner, Brittany Graham, Chelsea Meldrum, Cathryn Azinger, Sharnel Davis, James Keller, LeAnne Buttice, Lori Brandt

HOPE Justice Outreach Social Workers: Keith Suedmeyer, Amy Guffey, Matt Miller, Paul Willhoft

HOPE Grant And Per Diem Social Workers: Elizabeth Deakos, Kara Born, Mimi Martinez 

HOPE HCHV, HPACT & Outreach Social Workers: Darryl Wise, Kendra Isadore, Leslie Scott, Kara Daumueller-Morell, Rebecca Sudduth

Workplace & VISN

VA St. Louis Health Care System, VISN 15

How long has Team HOPE been employed by the VA?

Between 3 to 6 years

Why do you believe these social workers chose Homeless Services our of all the places in the VA?

These special and talented social workers are passionate and skilled in leading social, economic and health parity for homeless and at risk Veterans through outreach, education, treatment, and advocacy. We are extremely lucky to have them.

Who is recognizing Team HOPE for 2021 SW Appreciation Month and why?

Our Homeless Program Director, Shaleen Robertson

What does Team HOPE do for fun? Quote that reflects your team? What else would you like to share about your team?

HOPE social workers also know how to have fun—potlucks, funny stories, and a virtual party here and there. We host monthly celebrations where we come together to appreciate all the wonderful things our team does for each other and for the Veterans we serve.

HOPE social workers are change agents and they bring to mind this quote: “Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we've been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.” — Barack Obama