• Heroes at Home
    Heroes at Home

    PFC Joseph Dwyer Peer Support Program Serving Veterans and their Families in Rensselaer County is a New York State funded project dedicated to ensuring a healthy and successful reintegration for all members of the military and their loved ones by addressing issues related to post traumatic stress; building resiliency, fostering hope and encouraging connectedness; and reducing stigma and preventing suicide.
  • Do you have . . .
    Do you have . . .

    . . . the strength of a warrior, the courage of a fighter, the heart of a hero? We are looking for Veterans and family members who are willing to share their own experiences and offer support to others in a confidential, non-judgmental relationship.

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Thank you to Senator Kathleen Marchione

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Heroes at Home would like to thank Senator Marchione for her continued support of the PFC Joseph Dwyer Peer Support Programs.  Click HERE to view a video of Senator Marchione at Mental Health Matters Day on March 13th; a legislative advocacy day organized by our friends at the Mental Health Association in NYS and the NYS Chapters of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

 

We are currently recruiting for Volunteer Peer Mentors

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Do you have… the strength of a warrior, the courage of a fighter, the heart of a hero? We are looking for Veterans and family members who are willing to share their own experiences and offer support to others in a confidential, non-judgmental relationship.

Peer mentors provide:

  • one-on-one support to others seeking assistance
  • information about helpful resources, including VA and non-VA resources
  • a positive connection to a "community of care"

Peer mentors do not act as counselors. They will receive training in recognizing symptoms of PTSD, as well as identifying and reviewing suicide risk. Peer mentors will be provided with post-meeting supervision to maintain a level of safety and comfort for both themselves and the person seeking support. If you have any questions about becoming a peer mentor, Contact Joel Abelove, Director of Veteran and Family Services or call 518.279.7861.