SMART-TD Local 622 Supports Our Nation’s Veterans!

Local 622 Shows Up For Vets Returning Home.

On October 12, 2024, Local 622 (Birmingham, Alabama) took part in the first annual Dovetail Landing Rockin For Recovery Fall Festival, a community event celebrating the mission and services of Dovetail Landing. Marine Corps Veteran Sergeant Stephen Henderson a member of Local 622, plays a key role in the organization as an active volunteer on the Dovetail Brigade, lending his time and expertise to support its important work.

Dovetail Landing, as subsidiary of Alabama Veterans, was formed after the passing of Alana Centilli’s son, Lance Corporal Daniel Centilli, and is dedicated to providing veterans and their families with a peaceful, healthy environment where they can rehabilitate, acclimate, and reintegrate into society. With a focus on addressing the health crisis faced by many returning veterans, Dovetail Landing seeks to improve their well-being and quality of life.

Alana Centilli, President of Dovetail Landing, has channeled her personal loss into a driving force behind the organization’s work. Her commitment to honoring her son’s legacy has been crucial in shaping the services and outreach programs Dovetail Landing offers, helping veterans heal and rebuild their lives.

Dovetail Landing offers a wide range of services, including workforce and reintegration training, post-secondary education assistance, patient rehabilitation, and wellness care. Veterans are also provided job training tailored to the needs of affiliated employers, along with both short-and long-term care options.

Specialized holistic therapy is available for veterans and their families, with a focus on PTSD and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Dovetail Landing also provides temporary residential housing for single veterans and veteran families, creating a supportive environment for recovery.

In addition to its therapeutic services, Dovetail Landing features an agricultural harvest and re-training area, along with a variety of outdoor recreational activities. These include bike trails, rock climbing, yoga, kayaking, fishing, ropes courses, and aquatic recreation, all aimed at promoting physical and mental health.

The Fall Festival brought the community together to show support for local veterans and raise awareness of the valuable resources Dovetail Landing offers. It was a day filled with activities and connection, highlighting the vital work being done for veterans in the area.

For more information on Dovetail Landing