HVAF BLOG
Check out our latest stories, events, and the best part of the job: our success stories.
October 16, 2024
Since 1981, October has been designated Domestic Violence Awareness Month and serves as a call to action to end domestic violence in our communities. This awareness campaign is designed to educate, destigmatize, and empower victims. We stand with survivors, and we will wear purple on […]
October 16, 2024
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 prioritized, which was disorienting for […]
October 7, 2024
It’s October, which means it’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, 1 in 8 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. So chances are, you know at least one person who has been […]
September 18, 2024
September is Suicide Prevention Month and presents an opportunity for each of us to recognize that suicide is a public health emergency that requires community prevention and clinical intervention to address. Suicide is a leading cause of death among all Americans, especially veterans. In fact, […]
September 18, 2024
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 ago, they came across some […]
September 16, 2024
In today’s episode of Roger That, I’m sharing with you all more about CHIP – which stands for Coalition of Homelessness Intervention and Prevention. CHIP mobilizes, advocates, and empowers community collaboration toward ending homelessness and fosters an effective system of homelessness prevention and intervention in […]
September 3, 2024
HVAF’s food, clothing, and hygiene pantry is open for veterans on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Before COVID, we were seeing around 100 veterans per month. Now, we’re seeing more than double, with a record high in July of 258 veterans. […]
August 20, 2024
68 veterans and their families had the best day filled with face painting, karaoke, yummy food, and fun games at HVAF’s Second Annual Veteran Engagement Committee Carnival. In just one year, the attendance tripled and with that, we introduced new games, ideas, and giveaways! As […]
August 20, 2024
If you’ve been to the grocery store lately, you’ve likely experienced a little sticker shock at the cash register. Or maybe you’ve been stressed about affording rent due to cost of living going up, or deciding to hold off on buying a home due to […]
August 14, 2024
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 to serve in the Army […]
August 14, 2024
Our partners at the Coalition for Homeless Intervention and Prevention (CHIP) recently released the results of the 2024 Point in Time Count. The Point in Time Count is conducted every January as required by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. This count allows communities […]
August 5, 2024
If you’ve ever visited HVAF, then I’m sure you’ve met Katie. She is the first face and smile you see when you visit, as she is our Community Center Specialist. Katie helps oversee our Community Center – including our food, clothing, and hygiene pantry – […]
July 15, 2024
HVAF is a housing-first organization, that provides so many programs and services to help end veteran homelessness. But what are those programs? You’ll find out about some of those programs today on Roger That, as you’ll meet HVAF Permanent Housing Director Danny. Danny has been […]
July 10, 2024
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 their families, throughout Central Indiana. […]
July 10, 2024
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, house, vehicle, and job. “I […]