UPDATED 10/18/2024
Department President Bulletin 10.18.20242024-2025 Department Presidents Project is:
My project is Homeward Bound Adirondacks. HBA’s mission ”is to be a beacon of healing and resilience, restoring the strength and well-being of those who have sacrificed for our nation”. Their vision is “Through our unwavering commitment, innovative programs, and a supportive community, we aspire to create a society where no Veteran is left behind in their battle for mental health”. Suicide remains the #1 issue for our veterans. In choosing Homeward Bound Adirondacks, we found a New York based program helping veterans from all over New York. HBA has a newly acquired 110-acre property for the SGT Carlton A. Clark Veterans Center for their retreats. Unfortunately, the veterans have to stay in tents during these retreats during the summer. Let’s help HBA build cabins for a comfortable place to stay while they are getting the help they need. I chose this project under the Be The One American Legion Family initiative to end veteran suicide.
“Homeward Bound Adirondacks, rooted in the heart of Saranac Lake, NY, stands as a beacon of comprehensive assistance for the veteran community across Northern New York. As a nonprofit entity, we are proudly staffed predominantly by veterans whose shared experiences forge a deep connection with those we serve. Our approach is crafted around the peer-to-peer model, ensuring that our services resonate personally and effectively with our fellow veterans.”
Donations to the President Project will be earmarked for the Sleeping Cabins that are located in the bottom left of the map.
Our specialized services include:
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Suicide Prevention
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Nature Retreats
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Peer Mentoring
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Crises Outreach
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Screening and Assessments
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Case Management
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Linkage and Transportation
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Referral Services
Our core objectives are twofold: firstly, to guarantee that our community’s veterans access the multifaceted support and resources requisite for their well-being, and secondly, to make a substantive, positive impact in the lives of veterans throughout Northern New York.
Vision:
To be the leading catalyst for transformation and healing among Veterans in the Northern New York region. We envision a future where every Veteran can overcome the challenges of PTSD, finding renewed purpose and joy in life. Through our unwavering commitment, innovative programs, and a supportive community, we aspire to create a society where no Veteran is left behind in their battle for mental health.
How We Help:
At Homeward Bound Adirondacks, our commitment to supporting veterans extends beyond traditional means. Recognizing the profound challenges many veterans face, we’ve developed a multifaceted approach to their well-being. Our suicide prevention initiatives aim to provide immediate intervention during the most critical times, while our nature retreats offer veterans a therapeutic escape, allowing them to reconnect and find solace in the natural world. Through peer mentoring, veterans can share experiences, fostering understanding and mutual support. Our crises outreach ensures timely assistance in urgent situations, and our thorough screening and assessments help tailor our services to the unique needs of each individual. Beyond immediate needs, our case management system ensures that veterans are given the prolonged support and guidance they require. We further ease the process by providing linkage and transportation to essential services, and our referral services ensure that veterans are connected to external resources that align with their specific needs.
Nature Retreats
Peer Mentoring
Crises Outreach
Screenings and Assessments
Case Management
Suicide Prevention
Linkage and Transportation
Referral Services