Joseph House, a Cincinnati-based nonprofit serving military veterans grappling with addiction, recently celebrated a significant boost to their transportation capabilities, thanks to Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and several generous donors. The organization proudly showed off the new accessible van that will shuttle veterans to their essential services, a need that was addressed when Yost visited earlier this year and asked Executive Director Alicia Patterson about their top needs.
In response to Patterson's request for an accessible van, Yost delivered on his commitment with a $45,000 grant from his office. The funding was matched by the Eric B. Yeiser Family Foundation, with an additional $5,000 contributed by the Northrop Grumman Foundation. The newly unveiled van is touted as a crucial asset for transporting veterans with mobility issues to counseling, education, and support programs. "I’m grateful to be able to help Joseph House provide essential services to our veterans," Yost said, appreciating the sacrifices made by these individuals, according to a statement obtained by the Ohio Attorney General's office.
Joseph House's relocation to Camp Washington has marked the beginning of a new chapter, enabling in-patient care for veterans who face mobility challenges for the first time. "Our new home in Camp Washington enables in-patient care for veterans with mobility issues for the first time in our history," Patterson highlighted the move's significance. She added, Thanks to the support of Ohio Attorney General Yost and his team, the Eric B. Yeiser Family Foundation and Northrop Grumman we now have an accessible van to help transport these clients to critical appointments and activities on their recovery journey. We appreciate their generosity in making this valuable tool a reality for our disabled veterans," Patterson told the Ohio Attorney General's office.
Prioritizing the needs of veterans, Yost, during his tenure as the head of the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) last year, selected "Serving Those Who Serve" as the theme for his presidential initiative aimed at better connecting returning soldiers with the services to assist their reintegration into civilian life, according to the Ohio Attorney General's office. More than just leading initiatives, Ohio has championed the Veterans Response Programs, which aligns law enforcement, courts, and community resources to support veterans in their times of need more effectively. In many ways, Yost is dedicated to ensuring that veterans receive the support they deserve and thrive after their service.
