Programs and Services
Empowering Veterans. Uplifting Families. Restoring Communities.
Veteran Housing: Restoring Dignity, One Home at a Time
In Alabama, over 377,000 veterans call our state home. Yet, many face the harsh reality of homelessness. Alarmingly, women veterans are the fastest-growing segment of the homeless veteran population. These brave women — often accompanied by their children — face housing instability at twice the rate of their civilian counterparts, with limited support tailored to their unique needs.
At Quality Service Professionals CDC Inc., we address this crisis head-on with faith, strategy, and heart. Our housing initiative, The Powell House, is more than a shelter — it’s a sanctuary. A place where homeless female veterans and their children can breathe again, rebuild, and begin a new chapter rooted in safety, support, and dignity.
In a powerful acknowledgment of this mission, the City of Montgomery awarded us a proclamation, officially recognizing the month of March as Homeless Veteran Women and Children Month. This historic moment affirms what we’ve always known — that this work matters, that these women matter, and that their children deserve more than just survival… they deserve stability, healing, and hope.
Here, we don’t just give beds. We build bridges — to wellness, to opportunity, and to wholeness.
“She is clothed with strength and dignity; and she laughs without fear of the future.” – Proverbs 31:25 (KJV)
Transitioning from military to civilian life can be challenging. To bridge this gap, we offer comprehensive training programs:
- CPR & First Aid: Certifying veterans to respond confidently in emergencies.
- ServSafe: Opening doors in the food service industry with recognized credentials.
- Sewing & Embroidery: Harnessing creativity into potential entrepreneurial ventures.
- Crafting & Canva Design: Building skills for digital content creation and marketing.
- Entrepreneurship Training: Guiding veterans to launch and manage their own businesses.
These programs are more than skill-building; they’re pathways to self-sufficiency, confidence, and renewed purpose.
Mental health challenges, including PTSD and anxiety, are prevalent among veterans. Traditional therapies are vital, but holistic approaches like horticultural therapy have shown remarkable benefits. Engaging in gardening activities has been proven to reduce anxiety, improve mood, and enhance overall well-being .
Our Healing Gardens offer veterans a serene space to connect with nature, find peace, and cultivate growth—both in the soil and within themselves.
Families are the backbone of our communities. We provide:
- Parenting Workshops: Strengthening family bonds and effective communication.
- Youth Mentorship Programs: Guiding young individuals toward positive futures.
- Family Counseling Services: Offering support during transitions and challenges.
By empowering families, we nurture resilient communities ready to thrive.
Financial stability is crucial for long-term success. Our programs focus on:
- Budgeting & Saving: Teaching practical money management skills.
- Credit Repair & Management: Assisting in building and maintaining healthy credit.
- Homeownership Preparation: Guiding veterans through the journey to owning a home.
Through these services, we aim to equip veterans with the tools to achieve and sustain economic independence.
Your support can transform lives. Here’s how you can help:
- Volunteer: Share your time and skills to empower our programs.
- Donate: Contributions of homes, land, vehicles, furniture, electronics, clothing, toiletries, or garden supplies directly impact those we serve.
- Adopt a Veteran or Veteran Family: Provide ongoing support to those rebuilding their lives.
- Partner with Us: Businesses, Schools, churches, and community organizations can collaborate to expand our reach and effectiveness.
Together, we can restore hope, rebuild lives, and uplift our community.
“And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.” – Galatians 6:9 (KJV)
