When others are in need, it is human nature to respond with compassion.

Personal suffering can be alleviated by helping another overcome suffering.

WELLsville Veterans Project is about providing the "tools" and space for assuaging the demons of combat experience.

The war is not over when the Warrior comes home.

National Coalition for Homeless Veterans reminds us:

The most effective programs for homeless and at-risk veterans are community-based, nonprofit, "veterans helping veterans" groups. Programs that seem to work best feature transitional housing with the camaraderie of living in structured, substance-free environments with fellow veterans who are succeeding at bettering themselves. Because government money for homeless veterans is currently limited and serves only one in 10 of those in need, it is critical that community groups reach out to help provide the support, resources and opportunities most Americans take for granted: housing, employment and health care.


WELLsville Veterans Project was commenced by Kristin Van Huysen in response to the growing number of Warriors returning from combat in Iraq and Afghanistan. Young men and women with a life perspective affected by military experience can use guidance and support while they research and explore educational/occupational/creative paths. Values, perspective, desires tend to evolve and change while "in theater"---what was important before deployment may no longer be of value.WELLsville provides space and time to research and discover new interests and possibilities.


Initial intention is to utilize seven existing dwellings in the Village of WELLsville, NY for Transitional Housing/Healing space for service men and women. We will enlist Integrative and Allopathic Healthcare Providers to share their skills and knowledge with residents to relieve Reintegration Anxiety/ Post Traumatic Stress/ Combat Related Issues.
WELLsville encourages artistic/creative expression and exploration. We will host seminars and workshops to teach methods of care to Warriors, so they may continue to care for one another.



WELLsville Veterans Project encourages participation of Veterans in all aspects of creation, organization, function. We recognize and encourage the intelligence, capability, experience, and fortitude displayed by our Warriors, and view it as a valuable resource for Warriors to support and heal one another. Healing happens when one has understanding comrades to process and listen, in a safe, nourishing environment. Including family, friends, and fellow community members in the process supports the Warrior to come fully back to self.


"Caring means sharing the burden" --soldiersheart.net


Iraq/Afghanistan era Veterans are our future. Let's cherish them well.

We help set the standard for care and compassion to all people, beginning with our valuable young men and women Warriors.

WELLsville is about Welcoming our Warriors all the way Home.

Wellsville, NY is a rural village in Upstate NY--90 miles South of Buffalo/Rochester ; 300 miles Northwest of NYC

There is a well respected, newly expanded Veterans Clinic in Wellsville, and the Bath Veterans Facility within 50 miles

Alfred State College and Alfred University are close, with a Technical Annex for ASC in the village of Wellsville

We have the opportunity to revitalize rural America, while revitalizing our Warriors.

The health of our nation depends on the health of our citizens.

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