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Building Lives Foundation, Inc., DBA “We Are Building Lives”, is a 501(c)-3 non-profit organization committed to assisting Middle Tennessee’s veterans. We provide one-on-one mentoring, health and psychological care referrals, employment, transportation, housing, and financial education.
Current counties of service: Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Hickman, Maury, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson, Wilson
We complete a needs assessment for each Veteran and develops individualized plans of action. Our program includes 5 key components proven necessary to successfully transition from homelessness to independence:
- Case Management & resources to meet physical/mental health needs
- Employment Assistance
- Transportation Assistance
- Affordable Housing
- Provision of basic needs - food, clothing, furnishings, etc.
Our singular goal is to support and transition each client to become productive members of our
community. Our two main programs are Project Advance and The Academy.
Project Advance
Project Advance serves both single veterans and veterans with families through a community- based program that helps them attain employment and remain in permanent housing. In just 1 year, Project Advance provides crisis intervention and support to 50 clients and second year mentoring/ follow-up support for 48 clients.
We average a cost of less than $2,500 per client. 95% of our clients will remain in permanent housing, and 95% will be employed or receive disability income.
The Academy
The Academy is a structured, facility-based program for male veterans battling addiction and mental health issues. The mission of The Academy is to provide veterans the opportunities and
resources necessary to transition from chronic homelessness to sustained independent living through counseling & support, continuing education, health & fitness, and other essentials.
Clients that enroll in The Academy move into our property located near the airport. This home can house up to 11 male veterans. Clients can remain in The Academy anywhere from 3 months - 2 years.
