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Support, Resources, and Hope with the Robert L. Howie Veterans Home
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We’re excited to bring you a great conversation today with the inspiring Quanda Howieburth and Wanda Pate-Dennis, who are making a significant impact in the lives of veterans through their work at the Robert L. Howie Veterans Home. This nonprofit organization is dedicated to providing support and resources to veterans battling mental health challenges, addictions, and homelessness.
Join us as Quanda shares her inspiration behind founding the Robert L. Howie Veterans Home in honor of her father, an Army veteran. Then, Wanda, who manages the Office of Veterans Affairs for the City Council, provides valuable insights into the challenges faced by veterans and the important role of community support in addressing these issues. Together, they emphasize the importance of seeking help and highlight various resources available to ensure veterans receive the benefits and support they need.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
0:00 – Intro
1:47 – How the Robert L Howie nonprofit got started
6:26 – How veterans can get involved or get help
7:54 – Addressing homelessness, PTSD, and suicide among veterans
14:33 – Resources and support for veterans
17:34 – Conclusion and final thoughts
Learn more about this week's guests
Wanda’s bio
EPISODE LINKS
To support Robert L. Howie Veteran’s Home:
215-703-7133
https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/RLHVH
RLH Veteran’s Home: https://www.rlhveteranshome.org/
Veterans Multi-Service Center: https://www.vmcenter.org/
Women’s Veteran Center: https://www.vmcenter.org/women-veterans-program/
RESOURCES
Need immediate help? Contact the Veterans Crisis Line via phone, text or online chat. Dial 988 then Press 1 or text 838255 or use the online chat at https://bit.ly/3OunXzg
Voice & Vision: https://bit.ly/3miwFoy
CompeerCORPS: https://bit.ly/3GgKryU
Information on how to apply for VA Healthcare Benefits from anywhere in the USA: https://bit.ly/40PtrrN or call 877-222-8387 (M-F 8am-8pm EST)
To apply for veteran’s benefits and find resources in Pennsylvania veterans need to contact their County Office of Veterans Affairs as listed in this document: https://bit.ly/3m8PBWS
View more about PA’s resources for veterans: https://bit.ly/416cf0Q
Financial support for Untold Valor is provided by a Veterans’ Trust Fund grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.
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