HHV developed the Craft Care Specialist (CCS) program in 1994 in an effort to augment VA staff and to ensure that more veterans had the opportunity to integrate arts & crafts into their prescribed therapy. A CCS is a paid employee of HHV who volunteers at a designated facility. CCS candidates are selected by VA, state home or military facility staff, and interviewed by both the on-site supervisor and HHV's advisor (who serves as the off-site supervisor).

Mission:

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 HHV arts & crafts kits into both physical and emotional healing and recovery programs.

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Program Objectives:

• Reach as many veterans as possible who would likely benefit from CCS "craft therapy" intervention.
• Involve arts & crafts activity in overall treatment plans for veterans.
• 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 HHV program.
• Increase awareness of CCS position.
• Increase volunteer hours in HHV/CCS program.
• Increase public awareness of important role of veterans in all our lives.
• Improve relationships within medical facilities.