Our Mission
We provide a sober living environment for Veterans who are in all phases of their rehabilitation and recovery.To improve their quality of life we offer support services in health, nutrition, education, career development and volunteerism.
NEED ASSISTANCE CALL:(805) 418-0382
VETERANS CRISIS HOTLINE:Â (800) 273-8255
Join Us for Our Serenity Garden Flag Raising & Dedication Ceremony
Support our mission & vets by purchasing a memorial brick. Please RSVP by Sept 1.
We’re creating a lasting Serenity Garden at Orenda House—complete with a flagpole, sponsor plaques, a memorial brick pathway, and beautiful drought‑tolerant landscaping. This space will pay tribute to Veterans, highlight community supporters, and offer a meaningful way to contribute through personalized memorial bricks.
ANNOUNCEMENT | ORIENDA VETERANS PROJECT NAMED 2025 NONPROFIT OF THE YEAR!
We are honored to announce that Orenda Veterans Project, Inc. has been selected as the 2025 Nonprofit of the Year by Senator Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh, representing California's 19th Senate District! This prestigious recognition celebrates our unwavering commitment to supporting homeless and at-risk veterans in the High Desert and beyond. Through our housing, wellness, and workforce programs, Orenda Veterans Project continues to make a lasting impact on the lives of those who have bravely served our nation. We are deeply grateful to Senator Ochoa Bogh for recognizing the importance of our mission and to our community of supporters, partners, staff, volunteers, and funders who help make this work possible every day. This award fuels our passion to grow and serve even more veterans with dignity, purpose, and compassion.
To learn more about our programs or get involved, visit: www.orendavets.org
For inquiries, please contact: Ramona Evey ramonaev@orendavets.org
New Addition
Supportive services now offered to women!
Women Supportive Services
-  Since 2007, the population of women veterans has increased 1.1%, making California the second largest population of women veterans in the nation, behind Texas. Today in California, women comprise approximately: 185,269 or 10% of all veterans 67% of all National Guard 49% are ages 41-60. Today we are happy to announce we have open our program services to women veterans. If you are interested in our program service please contact Ramona Evey at (805)418-0382.
- Looking to stay with us?
Admission Criteria
If you fit this criteria please submit form and you be contacted shortly.Â
- Complete Intake questionsÂ
- We accept all male Veterans (DD214 required)
- Be able to pay a monthly rent
- Must have COVID Vaccine & Booster
- Agree to the terms & conditions of sober living
- No violent behavior (verbal & physical)Â
- We do not accept individuals under penal code 290.46.
