TSE DAA K’AAN (HOGBACK), N.M. — Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren joined the Navajo Nation Veterans Administration (NNVA), project partners, and family members on Tuesday, July 8, to celebrate the completion and key turnover of a newly constructed home for a Navajo U.S. Army Vietnam veteran, marking another milestone in the Navajo Nation’s commitment to honoring those who have served.
To protect the veteran’s privacy, his name is not being released.
The veteran received a new modular home through the Navajo Nation Veterans Administration Housing Program, funded by the Veterans Trust Fund and constructed by The Sparrow Group. The project replaced a severely deteriorated home with faulty electrical wiring and substandard water and wastewater lines, providing the veteran with a safe, modern, and energy-efficient place to call home.
“This home represents far more than a new building—it represents our gratitude, our responsibility, and our commitment to the men and women who have sacrificed for our country,” said President Nygren. “Our veterans deserve to live with dignity, comfort, and peace of mind. Every home we deliver is an investment in their future and a reflection of the respect they have earned through their service.”
Before the key presentation, President Nygren toured the home alongside NNVA staff and project representatives, taking time to appreciate its thoughtful design, quality craftsmanship, and accessibility features.
The newly constructed home includes energy-efficient construction, well-insulated flooring, central air conditioning, lever-style door handles, dual outlet controllers, an energy-efficient refrigerator, a spacious walk-in shower, and other accessibility features designed to promote long-term comfort and independence. Officials also highlighted the home’s durable foundation, waterproofing measures, and quality construction, emphasizing the use of union labor throughout the foundation work.
During the tour, project representatives discussed the continued growth of the veterans housing initiative and the collaborative effort required to deliver quality homes throughout the Navajo Nation.
President Nygren thanked the Navajo Nation Veterans Administration team, contractors, and project partners for their dedication to serving Navajo veterans and acknowledged the patience shown by veterans and their families throughout the construction process.
“The quality of this home is outstanding,” President Nygren said. “I’m grateful to everyone who made this possible—from the NNVA staff and contractors to the skilled workers who built it. Most importantly, I’m thankful to our veterans for their patience and perseverance as we continue expanding these opportunities across the Navajo Nation.”
The Navajo Nation Veterans Administration Housing Program continues to improve the lives of veterans by expanding access to safe, reliable housing throughout the reservation. Stable housing provides veterans and their families with security, dignity, and a strong foundation for future generations.
President Nygren encourages all Navajo veterans and their families to explore the benefits available through the Navajo Nation Veterans Administration, including housing assistance, financial assistance through the Veterans Trust Fund, veterans loan programs, and additional support services.
Veterans interested in applying for housing assistance or other available programs should first register with the Navajo Nation Veterans Administration by completing a General Claim Form and providing a DD-214, Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB), W-9, valid photo identification, and any applicable marriage or divorce documents. Veterans are also encouraged to work with a Veterans Service Officer for assistance with tribal and federal VA claims.
For additional information about the NNVA Housing Program or other veterans services, visit nnva.navajo-nsn.gov. Veterans may contact the Navajo Nation Veterans Administration Housing Program or their regional Veterans Service Office.
