Success Story

After I separated from the Navy, my mental health drastically declined due to unhealthy coping habits with alcohol. I sought help from the VA hospital and was sent to a program which started at D&A Detox Center, a part of America's Homeless Veterans.

Following my stay at D&A Detox Center, I continued in-patient residential treatment through AHVets at the D&A Detox Center. I was only going to commit to 30 days, but after getting the much-needed help, support from a staff that does not relent in commitment, I stayed for a full 90 days. 

I knew I wouldn’t stay sober on my own, I had nowhere safe to go after treatment. It was at that time Randy, Diane and their team at America’s Homeless Veterans welcomed me in as more than just a client. I felt part of a family after desperately wanting one, needing one. They helped me with groceries, hygiene products, a safe place to live in a Sober Living Environment (SLE) and helped me in getting a job.

Once I was back on my feet, I continued to live in SLE with the help of America’s Homeless Veterans. Without their relentless hunger to help Veterans like myself break the cycle of drug / alcohol abuse, I wouldn’t be sober today. I am able to hold down a full-time job and continue to make healthy lifestyle choices.

Today I manage a local chain store and am in a healthy relationship with plans of marriage and a future family.  None of it would ever be possible without the support of America's Homeless Veterans.  I was the epitome of homelessness and addiction with no way back. I share my story in hopes that you will join in supporting this very worthy cause for America's Veterans!