Maumee Valley Guidance Center Inc.

Maumee Valley Guidance Center Inc., located in Defiance, Ohio, is a non-profit organization registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) since November 9, 2011, with a corporate tax-exempt structure. The organization, doing business as Defiance Hospital Inc., primarily focuses on providing supportive services to veteran families, particularly those experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless. While specific details about its overall mission and comprehensive organizational background are not fully elaborated in the provided documentation, the entity has established itself as a critical service provider for veteran support in Ohio.

The organization has consistently received federal grant awards from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration (VHA) under the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program. These grants, ranging from $243,003 to $597,430, enable Maumee Valley Guidance Center Inc. to deliver comprehensive services to very low-income veteran families. The required services include outreach, case management, assistance in obtaining VA benefits, and coordination of public benefits. Additionally, the organization can provide temporary financial assistance directly to third parties, covering critical needs such as child care, emergency housing, transportation, rental assistance, utility payments, security deposits, and moving costs. Most recently, the organization received a $548,889 grant effective September 18, 2024, with a completion date of September 30, 2026. The organization has also received a sub-grant award from the Ohio Department of Mental Health on February 24, 2025, related to the State Opioid and Stimulant (SOS) Grant, indicating its broader engagement in community health and support services.