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How YOU helped Army veteran Monica move from her car to a home, and into a life of self-sufficiency!
After serving in the Army, Monica faced significant challenges transitioning to civilian life. She explained that in the military, everything is organized—there’s a set time for everything, and priorities are clear. In civilian life, however, she felt that nothing was…
Darrell and his wife have a second chance thanks to you!
After serving in the Army for five years, Darrell pursued a career in business and real estate for decades. He was very successful in his career, able to provide for his wife and family with ease. Unfortunately, a few years…
Army veteran in recovery is now a peer mentor thanks to HVAF’s Employment Team!
Growing up, Brandon knew he wanted to serve his country – just like his parents, grandparents, and brother did. Unfortunately, during basic training in the Army, he suffered an injury that led to discharge. The disappointment of not being able…
Press Release: HVAF expands services to Terre Haute
HVAF expands services to Terre Haute FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Terre Haute – HVAF – Helping Veterans And Families – is now offering employment services for veterans in West Central Indiana. Currently, HVAF serves homeless and at-risk veterans, and…
Army National Guard Veteran Katie is breaking her addiction cycles
Army National Guard veteran Katie has battled substance addiction for the last 12 years. Her last relapse was last fall and lasted four months straight. While she did go to rehab, that led her to losing EVERYTHING: her marriage, kids,…
HVAF objects to Supreme Court decision on Grants Pass v. Johnson
The following is a message from HVAF’s CEO Emmy Hildebrand: Today, the Supreme Court made it illegal to be homeless in the United States in the ruling on City of Grants Pass v. Johnson. We join our partners around the…
Navy Veteran Bianca’s 4-Year Journey from Homelessness to Homeowner!
We first introduced you to Navy veteran Bianca at the end of 2021 – you can find that story here. At the time, she was living in one of HVAF’s permanent supportive housing apartments at Veterans Villa after becoming homeless…
Meet Team HVAF: Permanent Housing Director Danny
We have been so thankful to have Danny’s leadership, expertise, and compassion as part of #TeamHVAF since 2018! He started out as a case manager, and now leads our permanent housing department. Get to know Danny better: Q: How long…
Air Force veteran is getting a second chance at life!
After serving in the United States Air Force for 8 years, Darian came back to his home state of Indiana and reconnected with his high school friends. He knew about HVAF and its resources for veterans but felt too prideful…
Meet Team HVAF: Therapist Kascha
Mental health assistance for veterans is VITAL. At HVAF, 73% of veterans served in 2023 reported a mental health diagnosis or substance use issues. So far this year, nearly 80% of veterans report the same. The most frequent mental health…