Investing in Veterans Overall Sustainability
Homes For Honor Initiative
A Vision for Long-term Care Excellence
Amount Raised
Program Overview
The consortium, comprising Customized Medical Needs, Customized Veterans Group, and BLAC PAC, aims to tackle employment, housing, and healthcare issues for vulnerable populations, focusing on financial and mental health.
BLAC PAC is a 527-member nonpartisan nonprofit organization that fosters leadership and community development across all racial and ethnic communities. Upholding the principles of Excellence, Integrity, and Discipline, BLAC PAC is committed to creating long-term solutions that uplift society’s most vulnerable.
CVG, a Tennessee-based 501 (c)(3) nonprofit, focuses on supporting veterans in Shelby and Tipton Counties. CVG’s research highlights prolonged healthcare wait times, homelessness, and mental health issues as the key challenges facing veterans.
CMN provides rehabilitative therapies and mental health services to veterans, civilians, and individuals in underserved communities. CMN has expanded its services to address substance use disorders and mental health conditions, recognizing the critical need for integrated healthcare.
Mission
Our mission is to foster a united and empowered society by promoting leadership and community upliftment among individuals from diverse backgrounds, including Black, Latino, Asian, and Caucasian communities. We firmly believe that we can create a better future for all by standing together and embracing our collective strengths.
Vision
Homes of Honor is committed to ending veteran homelessness by providing lifelong resources, including stable housing, healthcare, and community support. We also support workforce development, offering training and employment opportunities to enhance veterans’ long-term wellbeing and success.
Market Opportunity
56,000
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Shelby County alone is home to over 56,000 veterans, making it a key area for veteran-focused housing programs.
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Of the workforce in law enforcement, firefighting, emergency response, and education roles due to civil service preferences and the similar structure and community dynamics found in military and public service professions.
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substance use disorders or mental health conditions.
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Vision for Long-term Care
The VA reports that 84% of veterans in HUD-VASH programs maintain their housing and experience improved mental health after a year in the program.
What We Offer
The Role of Affordable, Temporary, and Long-Term Housing in Supporting Veterans’ Well-Being
Homes of Honor provides affordable, temporary, and long-term housing to veterans, promoting health, independence, career growth, community sense, reduced drug addiction, and improved crime rates.
Improved Health Outcomes
Stable housing benefits veterans’ physical and mental health, enabling better healthcare access, better chronic condition management, and reduced emergency room visits and long-term healthcare costs.
Promoting Independence & Career Growth
Housing stability improves independence, reduces stress, and allows veterans to focus on career growth and education, enhancing their sense of purpose and self-worth.
Sense of Community and Support Networks
Lowering Drug Addiction Rates
Stable housing and rehabilitation services significantly reduce substance abuse among veterans, with a 25% higher recovery rate reported by the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans.
Reducing Crime Rates
Census Data and Services
Veterans in Skilled Nursing
In 2013, 2% of Shelby, Fayette, and Tipton Counties veterans required skilled nursing care, with an expected annual increase due to aging.
Occupational Therapy (OT) and Physical Therapy (PT)
In 2013, 2% of Shelby, Fayette, and Tipton Counties veterans required skilled nursing care, with an expected annual increase due to aging.
Registered Dietitian Services
Diet-related conditions, such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease, have driven 3-5% of CMN’s veteran clients to seek dietitian services.
Speech Therapy
Impact Measurement
Our clinicians have achieved significant success in improving veterans’ health outcomes
Physical Therapy (PT) and Occupational Therapy (OT)
Functional recovery rates and quality of life improvements have reached 80-90%, particularly in motor skills and pain management.
Dietitian Services
Speech Therapy
Most Prevalent Diagnoses
The following diagnoses are most common among veterans receiving skilled nursing and therapy services.
Chronic Pain & Musculoskeletal Disorders
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) & Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Call to Action
The Homes of Honor initiative demonstrates that investing in veterans is an investment in the health, safety, and prosperity of our broader society.
Strong housing programs lead to stronger communities—and through this initiative, we are working to build a future where every veteran has the opportunity to live with dignity, purpose, and independence.
Together, we stand firm in our belief that unity is a catalyst for lasting transformation. By joining hands with our fellow citizens, we reaffirm the resilience and potential of our people. With passion, dedication, and unwavering commitment.
