Rep. Summer Lee Celebrates Opening of New Mind-Body-Spirit Multi-Purpose Facility at Veterans Place to Support Homeless Veterans

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Rep. Summer Lee Celebrates Opening of New Mind-Body-Spirit Multi-Purpose Facility at Veterans Place to Support Homeless Veterans

Pittsburgh, PA – On Veterans Day, Congresswoman Summer Lee (PA-12) joined Veterans Place and community partners to celebrate the opening of a new Mind-Body-Spirit multi-purpose facility dedicated to supporting homeless veterans in Pittsburgh. This state-of-the-art facility offers comprehensive, wrap-around services in a single location, making it easier for veterans to access housing, healthcare, and wellness programs as they work toward stability and independence.

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Rep. Lee, alongside local officials, Veterans Place leadership, and partner organizations, emphasized the critical need for facilities like this one, which directly address the unique challenges veterans face upon returning to civilian life. This new facility includes eight single-occupancy apartments, a wellness center equipped with commercial-grade exercise equipment, and on-site healthcare services in partnership with Allegheny Health Network (AHN). Importantly, these services are accessible to all veterans, including those ineligible for VA healthcare, ensuring that no veteran is left without care.

“Every veteran deserves not only our gratitude but real, tangible support,” said Congresswoman Summer Lee (PA-12). “Veterans Place has created a space that doesn’t just meet the basic needs of our veterans but uplifts them through health, stability, and community. Together, we are giving veterans the safe housing, healthcare, and respect they have more than earned.”

The Veterans Day event included a flag ceremony honoring veterans and recognized the contributions of public and private funders who helped bring this facility to life. The facility represents a collaborative effort, with support from local businesses, community organizations, and healthcare providers dedicated to ensuring that veterans in Pittsburgh have access to the resources needed to lead stable, healthy lives.

Background on the Facility and Its Impact:
The Mind-Body-Spirit multi-purpose facility at Veterans Place represents a significant investment in the lives of Pittsburgh’s veterans. By offering a centralized space for comprehensive services, Veterans Place aims to:

• Provide Stable Housing: Eight single-occupancy apartments offer veterans a safe, stable home as they work toward independence.
• Enhance Health and Wellness: A fully equipped wellness center and AHN’s on-site healthcare services allow veterans to focus on their physical and mental well-being.
• Foster Community and Support: By bringing together local businesses, healthcare providers, and public and private funders, this facility strengthens the community’s commitment to ending veteran homelessness and supporting veterans in every way.

About Veterans Place
Veterans Place is a Pittsburgh-based nonprofit organization dedicated to ending homelessness among veterans. Through a range of services, from housing and healthcare to community engagement, Veterans Place works to empower veterans and provide them with the tools they need to build stable, fulfilling lives. The organization is committed to meeting the needs of veterans from all backgrounds, including BIPOC and transgender communities, and strives to create a supportive environment for every veteran it serves.