This year, funding from the Sonnentag Foundation helped Easterseals Crossroads in Indianapolis, IN support 10 veterans with expenses and required work related items for which other funding was not available. Easter Seals Crossroads makes a positive impact on veterans experiencing homelessness who are ready to build a more stable life.
Richard is one veteran who Easterseals Crossroads helped find employment and reintegrate into society. He now works as a veteran service officer where he assists other veterans with benefits and employment.
“Easterseals Crossroads is a great resource for veterans. They encouraged me, and they provided guidance that led me down a path that was beneficial,” said Richard. “Working gives us all purpose and a sense of being able to contribute to the community, as well as value and self-worth. The fact that there are entities out there like Easterseals Crossroads who are trying to help with employment is a huge encouragement because it is so easy to become discouraged in the process of looking for a job.”