Voice & Vision, Inc. & CompeerCORPS

Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in Action

Voice & Vision, Inc. & CompeerCORPS

  • Drive and Thrive: Supporting Veterans with Reliable Transportation with Danielle Fox

Drive and Thrive: Supporting Veterans with Reliable Transportation with Danielle Fox

Thursday 9th January 2025

Danielle Fox discusses Drive and Thrive, a programme offering free car repairs to veterans, highlighting the importance of reliable transportation.
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Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in Action
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Drive and Thrive: Transforming Veterans' Lives with Reliable Transportation

Episode Overview

  • Drive and Thrive offers free car repairs for veterans.
  • Partnerships with local mechanics ensure no labour costs.
  • Reliable transportation helps veterans maintain independence.
  • Car clinics provide essential vehicle maintenance services.
  • Empower Wheels programme aims to expand support.
Transportation above all things.
If you're keen to hear how reliable transportation can transform the lives of veterans, this episode of Untold Valor is a must-listen. Danielle Fox, the Director of Community Engagement and Development at Sauers Cares, joins the podcast to discuss their innovative initiative, Drive and Thrive. This programme aims to support veterans by providing crucial car repairs and maintenance, ensuring they have dependable transportation for their daily needs.
From oil changes to brake pad replacements, the car clinic offers a range of services at no cost, thanks to generous partnerships with local mechanics like Kohler Automotive. Danielle shares her journey in the nonprofit sector and how Sauers Cares is making a tangible difference in the community. She also highlights the importance of transportation in helping veterans maintain their independence and access essential services.
The episode dives into the various challenges veterans face and how something as simple as a working vehicle can significantly impact their quality of life. With anecdotes about her stepdad, a Vietnam veteran, Danielle underscores the real-world implications of their work. So, if you're interested in learning more about how you can support veterans or if you know someone who might benefit from these services, this episode provides all the details you need.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation that sheds light on the power of community and the importance of reliable transportation.