Veterans are among the most vulnerable of our homeless population. Some suffer debilitating physical and/or mental trauma while in service to their country. Others experience difficulty reintegrating with the community after serving in the military, and some struggle to reestablish civilian life while supporting a family. Whatever the complications, Veteran deserve, and are owed, the… Read More
Helping Homeless Vets
Thank You Thursday – One Day, Immeasurable Contribution, Great Kindness
“It’s awesome, it puts your faith back in humanity”. These are the heartfelt words of Reggie Henderson, a formerly homeless Army Veteran who, along with his dog, has been staying in a Phoenix transitional residence while he finds work and a permanent place to live. We first heard this story on 3TV Arizona’s Family, and we… Read More
HUD Reports Promising Decline in Veteran Homlessness
HUD Reports Promising Decline in Veteran Homelessness We’ve talked a bit lately about the push to end Veteran homelessness, and in a recent Thank You Thursday we recognized Tucson for their massive efforts and in fact their success. Prescott, Arizona has also made great inroads into stopping Veteran homelessness in its tracks with Stagger Straight… Read More