Retraining the Village began in the heart of its Founder, Halley Irene Crumb, in 2014

As a Medical Technologist for the Department of Veterans Affairs, Halley had the opportunity to work closely with homeless veterans for over 10 years. During her time at the VA, she recognized that many of the veterans whom she was serving were not only facing dual-diagnosis, but also homelessness. Halley noticed that their will to live and desire for a better lifestyle had gone to the wayside.

This attitude was similar to the one that she had witnessed among homeless individuals in her own community. Halley founded Retraining the Village in 2014 to serve as the bridge between homelessness and permanent housing for veterans, the homeless, formerly incarcerated individuals, and their families. The organization provides transitional housing, career training, and mental & behavioral health support for people in the community, guiding individuals to reach milestones and thrive.

Halley believes that helping all homeless individuals should begin with genuine concern and a kind gesture. The organization is centered around rekindling the feeling of hoping for the best, and inviting hope for a brighter future. Through Retraining the Village's actions of caring and support, seeds of hope were emerging in the community!