More Than a Veteran Home

08/22/2025

"I don't have time to obligate myself to another cause or organization."

Or some variation of not having time.

This is the answer I get when I ask a Veteran why they are not part of a VSO or connected with other Veterans since getting out of service.

I get it.

We have families or grandchild.

We have to pay the bills to keep a roof over heads and the lights on.

We are just trying to get by day to day.

And it is the military way to feel obligated to give more if we are a part of something.

What if.

What if that Veteran Service Organization can support you instead?

What if that Veteran connection can lead you to life being a little less stressful?

What if it a season for you to receive?

I know this is a foreign concept to us that served.

I know this because I have struggled with it myself.

Struggle wanting to over give.

Prideful to ask for support.

Receiving being a foreign language.

But it doesn't have to be that way.

Let me listen to your story.

Let me support the season your in.

Let's work through the military taught things that no longer serves you.

Let's connect you to the resources for the season your in.

Reach out. Message. Or comment the struggle or resource you wish you had right now!

08/08/2025

PSTD Program Coming.

Do you provide resources for Veterans with PTSD?

Great question. So glad you asked.

Christina does not provide nor certified to provide psychological therapy.

However, it is a pleasure to connect each Veteran the services that work for them.

And not do it alone.

Whether it is coordinating transportation, calling with the Veteran to set an appointment and walk through the door with them!

Many Veterans have had a bad experience or a sigma using the VA facilities. Or therapy so far hasn't worked.

It is okay.

There are other services out there like
-Equine Therapy at Trinity Farms
-Counseling from the Vet Center that come to you. (Veteran counselors)
-Care in the Community (VA care outside the VA)
-Many others

Let's connect you so you can

+starting sleeping better at night

+reconnect and have better relationships

+be able to work and get along with co-workers

+have methods to help get through the anxiety, depression, etc

Let's get you the tools you need and work for you.

Message if this is you.
Or call 715.937.1679

Veterans understand Veterans

08/04/2025

Just another Sunday! Feeling Supported!

Went to try to load a lawn mower on a trailer by myself. My fitbit told me to slow down at a heart rate 171. I tried.

God sent that Mike Meyer was around the block and had just finished mowing when I called. He was available to assist when I couldn't do it. His Navy license plates, along with conversation, reminded me that he was a Navy Veteran.

I took the lawn mower to O'Reilly for a new battery. Collin for the assist and win on helping me change out the battery. We had a great conversation, and I just happened to ask if he served. Yep, a Marine to the core. No wonder it was easy to chat with him.

Dropped off the lawn mower with the aid of Army Veteran, Justin Eckstrom. Then, even more support helped me load the trailer back up with firewood.

Made it home safe, but definitely couldn't do it without the support of others (Veterans and family).

How many military Veterans do you meet in a day during your outings?

They are there is plain site...

but typically dont drag or lead with "I served." They dont because service is at the core of their values. They live it, they dont have to talk about it.

Let me know in the comments examples of Veterans in plain site that have supported you.

07/25/2025

Coffee with Veterans this morning at Festival Foods.

Celebrated and shared my experience from National Veterans Wheelchair Games.

Realized my medals matched my shirt.

Connected with a Vietnam Veteran that didnt know if he would live till the next day when he was in Vietnam to now retired, living next door to his grandchildren and life is better than he ever imagined.

A FedEx delivery person (getting coffee) said, "my dad should come here he was in the Army." I couldn't agree more. Gave her my card and found out he lives in the same town as me.

If you know a Veteran in need. .

A Veteran that is struggling....

A military Veteran that would connect with other Veterans...

Let me know.

Let's raise them up before it is too late.

Sometimes coffee and connection is all they need to live another day.

Love,

Christina

07/25/2025

Applications now being accepted.

Here is your chance to attend one of our best programs at Camp American Legion. They need 20 more Wisconsin Veterans to sign up. Let's fill those slots. https://www.journeytothelight.org/hoperetreat

07/11/2025

Coffee with Veterans at Festival Foods (N. Clairemont).

Welcome John. Thanks for joining us today for the first time.

Adam from Eau Claire VSO stopped in to.

Pop in to say hi on Fridays.

Stay for Coffee and donuts.

07/07/2025

Sofas for Service, Inc. Is looking for Veterans in need of household equipment-furniture, lamps, kitchen supplies, and more.

They are packed at thier current location.

A great non-profit that works with the local Elk Lodge (that provide Welcome Kits to each Veteran in need).

Stop on out on a Wednesday or Saturday or give them a call 715.309.9663.

I stopped by and chatted with Jeff and Steve this morning. Look forward to collaborating with them to help support our Veterans.

Collaborate by accepting the medical equipment they cannot (through Veteran Donor Connect).

Collaborate by connecting them with resources for physical, mental and emotional support as well with More Than a Veteran Home or Red House of Hope or others that work for the individual.

Know a Veteran in need, send them my way.

Housing slot open as well.

Have a blessed day.

Christina Baurichter

06/30/2025

****Wanted***

Ambitious military Veteran that is looking for housing and willing to move near Eau Claire, WI.

Service dog approved (no pets).

Looking for a peaceful, rural area?

A little more freedom?

Hang with other Vets?

Don't want to worry about property management?

We have the opportunity for you.

We have a 4 bedroom sanctuary, that can house many abilities (aka disabilities).

Do not need to have a disability to apply.

Applications available by contacting Christina Baurichter.

06/10/2025

This boat has a special place in my heart.

I was the seller.

I bought it when I was in a power wheelchair.

It was ever fitting to know it was moving on to serve the same purpose for others that love the sport of fishing and being on the water.

The connector was my son. He was one of the seniors that poured so much love to make it more accessible.

He understands the difficulties by being a family member of someone (disabled -- specially abled), especially a military Veteran.

Cant wait to hear about its first launch this summer.

Love,

Christina

D.C. Everest students help to make pontoon boat handicap accessible

05/31/2025

Flags are flying again.

Poles are straighter.

Makes my heart happy.

Need to get a new POW/MIA flag.

Last one was tattered.