1 / 5
50 likes | 67 Views
Soon after the hurricane, Andrew Lesnak was introduced to various mental health facilities. He interacted with other victims of the hurricane who were suffering from various mental health and substance abuse issues. Andrew decided to undergo the mental health therapy so that he could come out of the trauma and could rebuild his own life. He then made the best use of his positive experiences to help victims through his hands-on approach to wellness.
E N D
Andrew Lesnak Made the Best Use of his Positive Experiences to Help Hurricane Sandy Victims
Andrew Lesnak as the Victim of Hurricane Sandy • Soon after the hurricane, Andrew Lesnakwas introduced to various mental health facilities • He interacted with other victims of the hurricane who were suffering from various mental health and substance abuse issues • Andrew decided to undergo the mental health therapy so that he could come out of the trauma and could rebuild his own life • He then made the best use of his positive experiences to help victims through his hands-on approach to wellness
Andrew Offered his Vision of Hope to those in Despair • He started The Spero Advocacy Group that is a renowned force in the field of mental health • The motto of this organization is “While I Breathe, I Hope” • He decided to take on all the challenges of recovery and fight to regain all that he had lost • He made the best use of his approaches to find ways to cope with rebuilding of his life • Andrew made the best use of his volunteerism in the field of mental health counseling
Andrew Created Community Outreach Program as one of the Survivors of Hurricane Sandy • He provided victims with access in finding affordable housing, as well as training to enhance their earning capabilities, to live a more comfortable lifestyle • He could never forget the challenges that he had to face after the destruction caused by the hurricane • Through his outreach program, he ensured that the victims would not have to go through the same sufferings that he had • Still unsettled after 8 years since the storm, Andrew Lesnakcontinues to personally involves himself in helping the victims in any capacity necessary, to assist in building a better quality of life, as they attempt to regain some stability in their lives.
