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EPISODE · Nov 11, 2025 · 36 MIN

Building Valor: Housing and Hope for America’s Veterans

from WAHNcast · host Women’s Affordable Housing Network

In honor of Veterans Day, this special episode of WAHNcast spotlights the inspiring work of Gorman & Company and their veteran-centered housing developments. Host Angie Truitt speaks with Rachel Snethen, Director of Development Operations, and Sally Schwenn, Arizona Market President, about the company’s efforts to build communities that go beyond shelter—providing wraparound services, mental health support, job training, and a true sense of belonging for America’s veterans. From the Valor on Eighth development in Tempe, Arizona—a pioneering community for women veterans and families—to the Fort Whipple Project in Prescott and Valor in Washington (Madison, WI), Rachel and Sally share how public–private partnerships, local service providers, and dedicated nonprofit partners are transforming lives through housing. They also discuss national progress in reducing veteran homelessness by 50%, the importance of supportive services, and how to connect veterans in need with help right now. Resources and Links Mentioned: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs – Housing Assistance: va.gov/housing-assistance VA Benefits Hotline: 1-800-827-1000 National Call Center for Homeless Veterans: 1-877-424-3838 Veterans Crisis Line (24/7): Dial 988, then Press 1 Gorman & Company: www.GormanUSA.com US VETS (Veteran Nonprofit Partner): www.dryhootch.org Thank you to Gorman & Company for generously sponsoring this episode! Listen wherever you get your podcasts and join us in honoring veterans by supporting the organizations that build safe, stable, and supportive homes for those who served.

In honor of Veterans Day, this special episode of WAHNcast spotlights the inspiring work of Gorman & Company and their veteran-centered housing developments. Host Angie Truitt speaks with Rachel Snethen, Director of Development Operations, and Sally Schwenn, Arizona Market President, about the company’s efforts to build communities that go beyond shelter—providing wraparound services, mental health support, job training, and a true sense of belonging for America’s veterans. From the Valor on Eighth development in Tempe, Arizona—a pioneering community for women veterans and families—to the Fort Whipple Project in Prescott and Valor in Washington (Madison, WI), Rachel and Sally share how public–private partnerships, local service providers, and dedicated nonprofit partners are transforming lives through housing. They also discuss national progress in reducing veteran homelessness by 50%, the importance of supportive services, and how to connect veterans in need with help right now. Resources and Links Mentioned: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs – Housing Assistance: va.gov/housing-assistance VA Benefits Hotline: 1-800-827-1000 National Call Center for Homeless Veterans: 1-877-424-3838 Veterans Crisis Line (24/7): Dial 988, then Press 1 Gorman & Company: www.GormanUSA.com US VETS (Veteran Nonprofit Partner): www.usvets.org Save the Family (AZ Nonprofit Partner): www.savethefamily.org Dryhootch (WI Nonprofit Partner): www.dryhootch.org Thank you to Gorman & Company for generously sponsoring this episode!Listen wherever you get your podcasts and join us in honoring veterans by supporting the organizations that build safe, stable, and supportive homes for those who served.

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