🛠️ Ground Zero

The Heart of Hellbender Third Space

Ground Zero is the central hub of our healing mission — where Veterans, Families, and Neighbors come together to reset, rebuild, and reconnect.

It’s not a retreat. It’s a launchpad — where trauma-informed programming, hands-on work, and daily healing intersect.

Coming Fall 2025, built with simplicity, grit, and purpose.

This is where transformation begins.

🏗️ What Will It Include?

Ground Zero will feature:

🏡 Barn-Style Gathering Space
For workshops, shared meals, and community events

🚿 Bathroom + Shower Facilities
Designed for accessibility and hygiene

🛏️ Short-Term Bunk Housing
Comfortable sleeping quarters for participants

🪵 Multipurpose Workspace
For crafts, coaching, peer projects, and skill-building

🧃 Donation-Based Drive-Up Store
Featuring goods made on-site: kombucha, crafts, planters, and more

🌱 Farm, Disc Golf, & Garden Path Integration
Connecting daily life to nature and movement

Optional upgrades: solar power, water catchment systems, and adaptive equipment for accessibility

🧭 Why It Matters

Veterans don’t need more red tape.
They need a safe place to show up and grow — without labels, waiting lists, or pressure to perform.

Ground Zero is designed to:

✅ Regulate the nervous system through rhythm and routine
✅ Build confidence with hands-on skill development
✅ Foster connection through shared meals and stories
✅ Anchor lasting transformation with dignity and structure