In life, the reality is things are never perfect. Things fall apart sometimes, and that is ok. Therapy can feel like putting the pieces of a challenging jigsaw puzzle back together. There are so many pieces and components of one’s life. Our goal at the Road Home Program is to …
A veteran’s life is not solely defined by their time and service in the military. Despite the obstacles, trauma and loss in many veterans’ experience, they can still lead meaningful lives. We believe that those same challenges can actually provide a source of strength. By working through trauma and loss …
America’s war in Afghanistan is over. There are no more American boots on the ground. Not only was this America’s longest war, but it was also a tremendous test of military morale. Brave military, as always, made the ultimate sacrifice. The visible and often deep invisible wounds of war impact …
Transcript of Road Home Program: The Podcast, Episode 11 “We’re giving them those fundamental tools to kind of redefine who they are, find that purpose in life again…then use those tools to move forward in their careers.“ Dog Tag Inc.’s Chicago Program Manager and Army veteran, Justin Miller, shares how the …
Transcript of Road Home Program: The Podcast, Episode 12 “We really have a whatever-it-takes kind of approach.” Veterans Path To Hope’s Executive Director, Laura Franz, shares how they effectively collaborate with community partners to serve veterans with a variety of resources. Will Beiersdorf, Executive Director of The Road Home Program …
Transcript of Road Home Program: The Podcast, Episode 16 “Veterans need more than just their benefits processed. They need camaraderie. They need community. They need support and resources.” College of DuPage Veterans Services Manager, Sheri Gross, shares the ways her team assists with education and financial benefits for the veteran-military community. …
Transcript of Road Home Program: The Podcast, Episode 15 “We go in humbly to ask them, “How can we assist you?” instead of going in as a big shot and trying to tell them what they should be doing.” Illinois Joining Forces (IJF)’s Senior Director of Development, Jim Dolan, shares how …
Transcript of Road Home Program: The Podcast, Episode 14 “Whether it’s education, whether it’s health care, just making sure that they are aware of all those benefits that are out there for them.” Harper College’s Veterans Center Coordinator, Jesus Molina, shares how his team helps veterans and military-connected students understand the …
Transcript of Road Home Program: The Podcast, Episode 13 “You know, you play football, you fight for a long time. But then when you’re done, just like the military, that transition is, is rough.” Merging Vets and Players (MVP)’s Program Director and former MMA fighter, Oscar Kush, shares how combat veterans …
Transcript of Road Home Program: The Podcast, Episode 10 “We united, we came together, and we found ways to help.” The Road Home Program team comes together to share their individual stories of how the events of 9/11 impacted their lives and the lives of all Americans. Will Beiersdorf, Executive Director …
