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HomeFront Strong Program Newsletter – Spring 2019

Posted onMay 28, 2019Authorawealty

In the latest HomeFront Strong newsletter we reflect on the transition from spring into summer, sharpen our skills on how to look at things from a different perspective, share “Where … Learn More

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Innovative Veteran Outreach Breaks through Mental Health Stigma

Posted onMay 14, 2019May 15, 2019Authorawealty

“When you’ve had some deeply profound experiences as a soldier, you don’t realize it’s changed your software a little bit inside.” —Buddy-to-Buddy Program volunteer Dick Overton Dick Overton and his … Learn More

CategoriesBuddy-to-Buddy Volunteer Veteran Program

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Michigan PAVEs the way for student veteran success: BTN LiveBIG

Posted onMay 3, 2019July 3, 2019Authorawealty

PAVE and its presence at seven of the Big Ten schools was highlighted in an article by the Big Ten Network, which featured quotes from PAVE Program Manager Tim Nellett and University … Learn More

CategoriesPeer Advisors for Veteran Education (PAVE)

Photo of Krystle DuPree and her son Tytus pose for a portrait at their home on Monday, March 4, 2019 in Pittsfield Township. DuPree she is looking for a more affordable place to live. (Ben Allan Smith | MLive.com)

Ann Arbor area’s cost of living jeopardizes veteran’s efforts to escape poverty

Posted onApril 18, 2019April 22, 2019Authorawealty

Our Buddy-to-Buddy Program Manager Bill Bryan was quoted in an article about Washtenaw County veterans struggling to find affordable housing: “We have this abundance of resources available in Washtenaw County, but … Learn More

CategoriesBuddy-to-Buddy Volunteer Veteran Program

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Annual Buddy-to-Buddy Program Volunteer Recognition Event held in Clare, MI on April 13

Posted onApril 15, 2019April 24, 2019Authorawealty

M-SPAN hosted the annual Buddy-to-Buddy Program Volunteer Recognition Event on April 13, 2019 at the Doherty Hotel in Clare, MI. Program volunteers from around the state were recognized and celebrated … Learn More

CategoriesBuddy-to-Buddy Volunteer Veteran Program

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Wounded Saginaw veteran gifted specialized bike with Midlanders’ help

Posted onApril 12, 2019April 17, 2019Authorawealty

The Midland Daily News published a front-page story about how Buddy-to-Buddy Program volunteer Fred Honerkamp helped a disabled veteran get a recumbent bike that he plans to use to stay … Learn More

CategoriesBuddy-to-Buddy Volunteer Veteran Program

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Paving the Way for Student Veterans

Posted onMarch 24, 2019April 8, 2019Authorawealty

“This is a highly motivated, highly disciplined group. But that doesn’t mean they don’t have specific needs and challenges that require support,”–Tim Nellett, PAVE Program Manager The PAVE program was … Learn More

CategoriesPeer Advisors for Veteran Education (PAVE)

Stories from the Field: Ron Springer and Cliff Tholen Team Up to Help a Soldier Get a Great New Job

Posted onMarch 20, 2019Authorawealty

Thanks to Buddy-to-Buddy volunteers Ron Springer and Cliff Tholen, an Army soldier was able to find a new, better job that accommodated their military responsibilities. The service member connected with … Learn More

CategoriesBuddy-to-Buddy Volunteer Veteran Program

Veteran Katy Quartaro Finds New Ways to Achieve Goals

Posted onMarch 15, 2019April 8, 2019Authorawealty

Syracuse University Peer Advisors for Veteran Education (PAVE) Team Leader Katy Quartaro was profiled in a feature piece on the university’s website. (From the Syracuse University website) Read More

CategoriesPeer Advisors for Veteran Education (PAVE)

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Buddy-to-Buddy Featured in Michigan Impact “This Is Michigan” Video and Story

Posted onMarch 11, 2019Authorawealty

Buddy-to-Buddy was featured in a Michigan Impact video and story for its “This Is Michigan: Stories of Our State” series. Multiple program volunteers and staff were interviewed and included in … Learn More

CategoriesBuddy-to-Buddy Volunteer Veteran Program

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