Meet our board

Lift the Burden Inc is a community-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals and families to build stable, healthy, and independent lives. Our mission is to provide financial education and practical tools that promote long-term stability and self-sufficiency. 

In addition, through our Reflections of the Mind program, we offer safe, supportive recovery housing and connect people to the resources they need to rebuild their lives. Together, we’re helping men, women, and young adults stay on the path to recovery, strengthen family bonds, and create brighter futures.

•   Veterans Family Services

• Housing and stabilization 

Providing direct housing assistance, supportive housing, and case management to help individuals transition from temporary to long-term housing. 

• Healthcare

Offering access to medical and mental health care, including health assessments, health education, and referrals to psychiatric care, or medically assisted treatment. 

• Legal and advocacy

Providing legal assistance for issues like criminal records. 

• Employment and education

Connecting individuals with job training, supported employment, vocational rehabilitation, tutoring, and other educational opportunities. 

• Life and social skills 

Assisting with practical life skills such as transportation, cooking, and hygiene, as well as social skills like communication and conflict resolution.

• Support systems 

Linking individuals to self-help groups, peer support, and other community-based support networks.

• Public benefits 

Helping with applications for public benefits like SNAP, Medicaid, and Social Security.