Viviscent Wellness Foundation (VWF) – Interest from the Governor of New York

📍 Reported by: James M. Knight, Government Relations Coordinator – New York

📌 Key Update: Engagement with the Governor of New York

Viviscent Wellness Foundation (VWF) has received interest from the Governor of New York regarding our sustainable housing, workforce development, and holistic wellness initiatives. This engagement presents a significant opportunity to collaborate on state-backed projects, funding programs, and policy-driven solutions that align with our mission to support veterans and underserved families.

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🏛️ Potential Areas of Collaboration with the State of New York

1. Sustainable Housing & Land Development

• Identifying state-owned land, decommissioned military bases, and underutilized properties for affordable housing projects.
• Exploring state-funded initiatives to integrate VWF’s “A Place to Call Home: Hope in Action” model into New York’s housing strategy.
• Addressing homelessness, transitional housing needs, and permanent housing solutions for veterans and low-income families.

2. Workforce & Economic Development

• Establishing job training, business incubation, and workforce programs tailored for veterans and underserved families.
• Partnering with New York’s economic development agencies to create employment pipelines in housing construction, wellness, and community-based industries.
• Exploring state incentives and public-private partnerships to fund workforce development programs.

3. Healthcare & Wellness Innovation

Supporting the integration of functional medicine and mental health resources into existing state-funded healthcare programs.

Collaborating with New York State health agencies, hospitals, and research institutions to expand access to nutraceuticals, transdermal technology, and holistic healthcare solutions.

Leveraging AI-driven precision wellness tools to support community health programs and veteran rehabilitation.