Military Programs & Services

VRP Services Spotlight

From employment and financial stability, to case management, to wellness initiatives, our life-changing services meet the needs of active military and veterans.

Enrichment & Wellness Programs

VRP PotteryMakerspace- A place where people come together to create things with their own two hands, either using traditional crafts or technology.

  • Pottery Studio
  • Wood Shop
  • Sewing
  • Art

Kitchen

  • Cooking Program
  • Nutrition Classes

Wellness Studio

  • VRP GymYoga Nidra
  • Dance & Movement
  • Chair Yoga
  • Qigong

Fitness Center

  • TRX and Basic Fitness Training
  • Open Gym



Support Services

Clothing Closet- A free on-site clothing closet for members

UW Food Pantry LogoFood Pantry- Easterseals provides members with a Food Pantry open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays; 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesdays; and closed on Fridays. Through our new partnership with the Gemma Moran/United Way Food Bank, we offer non-perishable food items regularly, and frozen meats and dairy items are available periodically. There is also a free on-site clothing closet for members.

Money Canvas- At Easterseals, we understand that life circumstances result in veterans/servicemembers needing a hand-up to get back on track and continue their journey. We provide a free personal finance management program, consisting of three one-on-one hour-long sessions. 

Veteran Service Officer (VSO)- There is a CT Department of Veterans Affairs Officer (VSO) onsite Monday - Friday to answer questions about VA benefits, all services available, and assist with VA disability claims.

VRP Peer GroupPeer Group- Easterseals is proud to host a weekly meeting for all VRP members and their families. Come and join us for engaging conversation and refreshments. Members have the opportunity to talk about a hobby or share personal stories with the group, veteran agencies visit to educate us about their programs. Our staff prepare icebreaker games and themed discussions to encourage interaction. It’s a safe place to gather with familiar faces and forge new connections. Each week brings something new and exciting.



Behavioral Health

For many of the brave men and women currently serving and veterans, the journey after their military time can be complicated and challenging. Our LCSW is on-site one day a week offering one-on-one therapy, as well as a small group meeting. These behavioral health services are also available for family members of those who served. For those suffering with substance use disorder, there is an Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meeting open to the public. An on-site certified veteran peer specialist is available for confidential one-on-one appointments.

1:1 Therapy w/ Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LSCW)

1:1 Peer Support Specialist

Weekly Group Therapy w/ LCSW 



Employment Services

The needs of veterans/servicemembers and military families are evolving, not disappearing. With over 75 years of expertise and experience, award-winning Easterseals Capital Region & Eastern CT is committed to working with veterans and their families to secure employment. It is through job placement that veterans can achieve self-sufficiency and independence.

VRP ClassComputer Lab- We provide 1:1 customized support and small group computer 101 classes. Members are welcome to come in anytime during facility hours to use the computer lab.

  • Computer 101
  • Resume Skills
  • Weekly Employment Workshop
Digital Skills for Veterans/Broadcast Studio 

1:1 Employment Services


For more information or to get started with services, call 860-859-4148.

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