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Homeless Vet Volunteers: A Story of Courage and Hope by Laurie Halse Anderson

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Homeless Vet Volunteers is a powerful and moving story about a group of homeless veterans who volunteer their time to help others. Written by award-winning author Laurie Halse Anderson, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more about the challenges faced by homeless veterans and the incredible resilience of the human spirit.

Homeless #2 (Vet Volunteers)

by Laurie Halse Anderson

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	268 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	148 pages

The book follows the lives of four homeless veterans:

John, a former Marine who struggles with PTSD and addiction
Mary, a former Army medic who is now homeless with her two young children
Tom, a former Air Force pilot who lost his job and his home after the 9/11 attacks
Lisa, a former Navy sailor who is now homeless after being discharged from the military due to her sexual orientation

Despite their own struggles, these four veterans find a way to give back to their community. They volunteer at a local soup kitchen, a homeless shelter, and a veterans' hospital. Through their volunteer work, they find a sense of purpose and belonging. They also help to break down the stereotypes that people have about homeless veterans.

Homeless Vet Volunteers is a story of hope and inspiration. It shows that even in the darkest of times, the human spirit can prevail. The book is also a reminder of the importance of giving back to our communities. We all have something to offer, and we can all make a difference in the lives of others.

About the Author

Laurie Halse Anderson is an award-winning author of books for young people. She is best known for her novel Speak, which won the National Book Award for Young People's Literature. Anderson is also the author of Wintergirls, Catalyst, and The Impossible Knife of Memory.

Reviews

"Homeless Vet Volunteers is a powerful and moving story about the challenges faced by homeless veterans and the incredible resilience of the human spirit. Anderson's writing is honest and compassionate, and she gives readers a deep understanding of the lives of these four veterans. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more about this important issue." - Booklist

"Homeless Vet Volunteers is a story of hope and inspiration. It shows that even in the darkest of times, the human spirit can prevail. Anderson's writing is beautiful and moving, and she creates characters that readers will care about long after they finish the book." - Kirkus Reviews

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