The Eastern Nebraska Veterans Home (ENVH) in Bellevue, Nebraska, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 6th to celebrate the completion of their new Honor Neighborhood. This exciting expansion project will provide much-needed space and services for our state's veterans.
Governor Jim Pillen, Nebraska Department of Veterans' Affairs (NDVA) Director John Hilgert, and other officials were on hand for the event. The ceremony highlighted the collaborative effort that brought the Honor Neighborhood to life.
A Commitment to Our Veterans
The ENVH serves veterans across Nebraska, offering a variety of services to meet their individual needs. The Honor Neighborhood represents a significant investment in the well-being of our veterans. This 25,000-square-foot addition provides:
- Private Rooms: The expansion features 24 private rooms, ensuring a comfortable and dignified living space for veterans.
- Enhanced Common Areas: New common areas offer opportunities for veterans to socialize, relax, and connect with one another.
- Expanded Support Services: The Honor Neighborhood provides space for additional support services to meet the evolving needs of veterans.
- Adult Day Care: A new adult daycare program will be offered within the expansion, providing daytime support and activities for veterans.
- Improved Accessibility: A pedestrian walkway has been added to enhance accessibility throughout the ENVH campus.
- Renovations: Upgrades were made to wall and door finishes in the existing D Wing.
Schemmer's Role in the Project
Schemmer, a leading architecture, engineering, and construction firm, played a vital role in the Honor Neighborhood project. Their comprehensive services included:
- Architecture
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Plumbing Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Site Staking
- Survey
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