In 1994 HHV began its CCS program in an effort to supplement VA staff and ensure that veterans had the prime opportunity to integrate therapeutic arts & crafts into their treatment programs. A CCS is an HHV-paid employee that volunteers at a designated VA/military/state veteran home facility.

The Craft Care Specialist's Vision:

To enhance HHV's value as a voluntary service organization for America’s veterans by providing compassionate and comprehensive therapeutic intervention through creative arts by incorporating Help Hospitalized Veterans' arts and crafts kits into both physical and emotional healing and recovery programs.

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• Reach as many veterans as possible, who would benefit from CCS "craft therapy" intervention.
• Involve arts and crafts activity in overall treatment plans for veterans.
• Facilitate social interaction.
• Facilitate social interaction by teaching new skills.
• Provide opportunity for veterans to creatively express themselves.
• Instill an appreciation for the arts.
• Promote involvement in arts independent of treatment.
• Increase awareness of Help Hospitalized Veterans (HHV) program.
• Increase awareness of Craft Care Specialist (CCS) position.
• Increase volunteer hours in HHV/CCS program.
• Increase public awareness of important role of veterans in all our lives.
• Establish good relationships within medical centers.