Welcome
Dear Friends of the National Center for Healthy Veterans at Valor Farm,
Thanks as always for your encouragement, your volunteerism, your gifts-in-kind, your financial donations, your referrals of Veterans in need, and your prayers. May you “Keep Up the Fire” on behalf of those we serve.
Our emphasis on PERSEVERANCE this past month was well placed. Like much of America and many of you in February; we were faced with snow, ice storms, power outages, floods, extremely high winds, chilling cold, and flu bugs. I am amazed at the hardiness and resilience of our team as they continue the mission under all circumstances to change lives, rebuild infrastructure, and learn valuable Veteran care lessons which assist others in also helping our nation’s Veterans.
The good news is that Spring is just around the corner. A little more PATIENCE (this month’s theme) is needed until that happens, however. We need patience to wait until spring returns, or until health restores, or until a relationship is mended, or until a prodigal returns, or until your own difficult wait ends. It is really hard to be patient with ourselves, with others, and with the situations around us, yet patience (a fruit of the Spirit out of Galatians 5) pays huge dividends. Proverbs 13:12 says “Hope deferred makes the heart sick (requiring patience to wait), but when the desire comes it is a tree of life” (worth waiting for, a superior outcome). If we impatiently pluck the seed out of the ground, the “tree of life” will never occur.
As a final exhortation towards patience and perseverance, our nation’s sixth President John Quincy Adams asserted the following:
“Patience and Perseverance have a magical effect
Before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish.”
May this be so for each of us this coming month!
Here is good news from the National Center for Healthy Veterans:
- Plays of the Day – LU FACS475 Class Visit, Ongoing Village 2 Construction, NCHV @ GAMVC, Virginia Veterans Network, Tunnel to Towers Partnership
- Meet the Team – Nina Polley, Grant Coordinator
- Diving Deeper – NCHV Referral Process – Aaron Blaine, Program Director
- In The Media – ABC13 Interview
- Prayer Points – Join us in prayer as we continue to support and empower Veterans.
Thanks again for your encouragement, your volunteerism, your gifts-in-kind, your financial donations, your referrals of Veterans in need, and your prayers.
Blessings and gratitude to each of you,
Robert F. Dees
Major General, U.S. Army, Retired
President and CEO, National Center for Healthy Veterans
YOUR encouragement and generosity
have made these amazing things happen at Valor Farm. We certainly welcome and need your further support on behalf of Returning Healthy Veterans to America!
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Meet The Team
LU FACS 475 Class Visit – We were thrilled to welcome the Liberty University Families Under Stress class to visit the farm. This class has been visiting us every semester for the last couple of years, and we are always excited to educate our young people about the importance of what we do. We’re inspired by the next generation of students and their enthusiasm for learning!
Ongoing Village 2 Construction – We’re excited to share that all of our slabs have been poured! The first family home is now under roof with windows installed, while framing is underway on the second family home. Additionally, siding is going up on several of the homes. Things are progressing smoothly, and we can’t wait to see it all come together.
NCHV @ GAMVC – We had the privilege of briefing the General Assembly Military and Veterans Caucus in Richmond about the work we are doing. We’re so grateful for the state’s continued support and can’t wait to see where this partnership takes us!
Virginia Veterans Network – We have become a fully vetted member organization of the Virginia Veterans Network, which integrates us into a resource portal for Veterans all across the state.
Tunnel to Towers Partnership – We are thrilled to announce that Tunnel to Towers has officially welcomed NCHV as a service provider. More to follow.
Nina Polley – Grant Coordinator
Nina Polley (42) is a seasoned professional with 25 years of experience in office administration, proposal development, compliance, and program management. As the Grant Coordinator for the National Center for Healthy Veterans, she secures funding and ensures sustainability for programs that support veterans’ well-being and reintegration.
An EC Glass High School graduate, Nina attended Liberty University where she studied psychology. She has excelled in grant writing, financial oversight, and strategic program support across healthcare, government, education, and veteran services. Her expertise lies in identifying funding opportunities, maintaining compliance, and streamlining processes for long-term success.
Nina is also a dedicated mother of four (Lauren 18, London 14, Ace 13, Nailah 6), actively supporting her children’s diverse activities, including volleyball, soccer, indoor/outdoor track, basketball, cheerleading and violin. Based in Lynchburg, VA, she enjoys reading, writing, swimming, and cooking, while making a meaningful impact in her community.
Diving Deeper
The National Center for Healthy Veterans Referral Process: Expanding Our Reach Through New Partnerships
– Aaron Blaine, Program Director
At the National Center for Healthy Veterans (NCHV), we are committed to serving those who have served our nation by providing a pathway to healing and restoration. Our referral process is a vital part of that mission, ensuring that veterans in need can easily connect with our programs and receive the support they deserve.
How Our Referral Process Works
Referrals to NCHV can come from a variety of sources, including veteran service organizations, churches, community leaders, family members, and veterans themselves. To streamline the process, we have developed a new digital referral brochure, which outlines our services, eligibility requirements, and next steps for enrollment. This resource has been shared widely, and if anyone would like a copy, they can reach out to us directly.
Strengthening Impact Through New Partnerships
We are also excited to announce our new partnership with Tunnel to Towers (T2T) as an approved provider. This collaboration allows us to extend our reach, ensuring that more veterans can access the holistic care and support they need. By working alongside T2T, we are strengthening our ability to provide housing, workforce development, and faith-based restoration to high-risk veterans.
As we continue to expand our efforts, we encourage our supporters to share our referral materials and connect us with those who could benefit from the NCHV community. If you know a Veteran in need or an organization that could support our mission, please reach out and help us make a difference.
- Thursdays at 4:00 p.m. Scheduled Tourscontact@healthyveterans.org if interested.
- First & Third Thursdays: Community Campfire at Valor Farm 6pm Come join us for fellowship!
MARCH 2025
- House Dedications for Tom Current and Steve Bozeman – March 6, 2025
- NCHV at Miami Fundraiser – Miami, FL – March 7-9, 20025
- Dallas Committee Luncheon at Perot Headquarters – March 27, 2025
APRIL 2025
- Rotary Club District Conference – April 3-5, 2025
- Pray for transition of leadership in Washington D.C., and for national security at home and abroad.
- We give thanks for the visible and invisible signs of healing and restoration in the lives of our Veterans. May these transformations continue to blossom, a testament to Your love and the dedication of those who serve them. Amen.
- Without mentioning specifics, pray for the many Veterans and their families in our midst who have financial issues, health crises, relational dysfunction, and suffer from mental and emotional challenges. May God bring wellness to Veterans throughout the land. May we together, “Return Healthy Veterans to America”
- Join us in praising God for the beauty of His Creation — horses, rivers, cattle, valleys, chickens, the fruit of the land, the beauty of the fields, the wonder of His Creation.
- Pray that the work of the National Center for Healthy Veterans would rapidly advance to provide help, hope, and healing for our nation’s Veterans and their families.
