My City Cares 2021

HOLLY AREA VETERANS’ RESOURCE CENTER

OUR MISSION

To provide veterans with access to information and services that will improve the quality of their lives and those of people in our community. To never forget the commitment made by our veterans to our community, state and nation.

ABOUT HAVRC A 501(c)3 non-profit,HAVRCwas formed in 2015 after it was determined that area veterans were facing disadvantages.The Service Officers fromOakland County consider it a successful outreach program, putting approximately $3 million back into the community each year. Service officers handle 4-6 clients each time they visit our facility. KEY SERVICES Certified claims officers help veterans file claims and work through the VA system.The Service Officers are at the Center Monday through Friday 9am-3pm.Veterans get help finding employment, creating resumes and navigating online job sites. Individuals entering college or training are directed to the right people.HAVRC assists the homeless and finds funding for those who need immediate help.Veterans can get help finding medical equipment.The Center works with the local VFW, Legion, and Great Lakes National Cemetery. Currently, the Center has a successful yoga program, first aid and CPR classes, as well as an excellent research library on military affairs and American history. In addition, the HomeTown Heroes Program holds send-offs for young people going into the service.HAVRC sends goodie boxes to area servicemen and servicewomen, and has a tree Anyone who knows of a veteran or veteran family in need should contact HAVRC.The Center is always in need of financial assistance; they are all volunteers and every penny goes back into the programs. Donations of hats, scarves or blankets are greatly appreciated. bearing a yellow ribbon for each active military. HOW CAN THE COMMUNITY HELP?

FUTURE EVENTS On the third Monday of each month, a Vet to Vet Dinner is free for veterans and their families, including a meal and a short presentation. Future plans include: Opening a computer center and offering classes for veterans and their families, hosting a presentation of the film “A Soldier’s Story,”holding a resource/health fair, and working toward a new facility. Ray Pfenning Vice President KarenHealy Secretary Art Ingraham Treasurer Trustees: Bruce Freimark, Katrina Berger, Mike Patterson,Michelle Senton LEADERSHIP JosephM.Mishler President

CONTACT INFORMATION 300 East St. Holly,MI 48442 810.348.9960 havrc1@gmail.com WEBSITE Havrc.org SOCIAL MEDIA facebook.com/havrckrc/

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