A Place to Heal, Connect, and Thrive
This first-of-its-kind campus in Franklin is designed as a true community for Veterans, service members, first responders, and their families. Set on 15 riverside acres, the campus is a place where people can access the support they need—while reconnecting with nature, with each other, and with themselves.
Phase I includes on-site housing, counseling, care coordination, recreational opportunities, the Bernadine Herron Center for events, and retreats. Phase II will introduce the Solinsky Equine & Recreation Center, the Solinsky Empowerment Center, The Werner Mazda Challenge Course and The Swim With A Mission Aquatics & Fitness Center. Together, we are creating a space of belonging and renewal.
To contact our campus team about services or reservations, please call 888.285.9248.
Easterseals NH welcomes interim leadership at our Military & Veterans Campus.
We are pleased to welcome Ana McKenna, USA, Lt. Col., Retired, as Interim Program Director of the Easterseals NH Military & Veterans Services, overseeing operations at the Easterseals NH Military & Veterans Campus. Supported by an experienced team from Easterseals NH, McKenna is ensuring continuity and stability in Campus operations, driven by our unwavering mission to support service members, Veterans, first responders, and their families. We remain deeply honored and dedicated to this important work.
A Shared Vision for Healing and Connection
Thanks to generous support from the State of New Hampshire, Easterseals NH secured $23 million to bring Phase I of the Military & Veterans Campus to life. But to fully realize the vision—a vibrant, welcoming place where Veterans, service members, and their families can thrive—we need your help. An additional $50 million is needed to complete Phase II and sustain the campus for future generations.
Together, we can build more than just buildings. We can build a community rooted in care, connection, and purpose.
Affordable Housing
29 permanent, affordable rental units where service members, Veterans, and their families can live with dignity, comfort, and community.
ES Veterans Association and Eversource Hub of Services
A centralized location for multiple Veteran Service Organizations, ensuring every visitor receives coordinated, comprehensive care.
Outdoor & Therapeutic Recreation
Direct access to the rail trail and Merrimack River encourages outdoor wellness. The planned Solinsky Equine and Recreation Center will offer equine and canine therapy, a climbing wall, ropes course, and other features. The Werner Mazda Challenge Course will support leadership and team development.
Bernadine Herron Center
Conference and event center with 22 carefully appointed guest rooms and meeting space that accommodates up to 150 people—ideal for gatherings, trainings, and team-building.
Military & Veterans Campus Interactive Map
Click the highlighted areas on the map to view photos and learn about the Military & Veterans Campus naming opportunities.
All images on the map are conceptual renderings developed by PROCON and are subject to change
The “WEBSTER” HOUSING
THE “WEBSTER” HOUSING
Building Amenities:
- Apartment Units (14) – Affordable housing for veterans and their families.
- Community Kitchen
- Community Living Room
THE SOLINSKY EQUINE & RECREATION CENTER
THE SOLINSKY EQUINE & RECREATION CENTER
Building Amenities:
- Recreation Center
- Indoor Riding Arena
- Indoor Challenge Course
- Paddock
- Dog Yard
THE CONNECTOR
THE CONNECTOR
Building Amenities:
- Accessible Elevator
- Ensuring access to affordable housing buildings for all.
The “HENRY” HOUSING
THE “WEBSTER” HOUSING
Building Amenities:
- Apartment Units (14) – Affordable housing for veterans and their families.
- Community Kitchen
- Community Living Room
BERNADINE HERRON CENTER
BERNADINE HERRON CENTER
Building Amenities:
- Welcome Center
- ES Veterans Association and Eversource Hub of Services
- Hub of Services
- Guest Rooms (22)
- Conference & Meeting Rooms (3)
- Andy & Sarah Crews Conference Center
CHALLENGE COURSE
PHASE II
- Low/High Outdoor Elements
- Climbing Tower
THE SOLINSKY EMPOWERMENT CENTER
THE SOLINSKY EMPOWERMENT CENTER
Building Amenities:
- Veterans Count Care Coordination
- Conference Space
THE SWIM WITH A MISSION AQUATICS & FITNESS CENTER
THE SWIM WITH A MISSION AQUATICS & FITNESS CENTER
Building Amenities:
- Indoor, Heated 4-Lane Pool
- Fitness Room
BARTLETT COTTAGE
The more we band together, the greater our impact.
Easterseals NH is engaging with the community to help support the development and sustainability of our Military & Veterans Campus to ensure its use for many generations. We look forward to having conversations to share more about the goals of the campus, its stages of development, and hear how your interests may align with these opportunities.
We currently offer more than 80 opportunities. As this information is not updated in real time, we encourage you to connect with us directly to ensure we identify the most suitable option for your needs.
For sponsorship opportunities, please reach out to [email protected].
Gift Levels & Naming Opportunities
| Bernadine Herron Center | |
|---|---|
| Retreat bedroom suites | 22 |
| Kitchen | 1 |
| Café | 1 |
| Courtyard | 1 |
| Offices | 2 |
| Elevator | 1 |
| Outside Office Entrance | 1 |
| Housing | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 22 |
| 2 Bedroom | 3 |
| Lobby/Entrance | 1 |
| Central | 2 |
| Back Entrance – Vestibule | 1 |
| Common Area | 1 |
| Common Area kitchen | 1 |
| Henry Naming | 1 |
| Webster Naming | 1 |
| Laundry | 1 |
| Henry side entrance | 2 |
| Affordable Housing Connector | 1 |
| Other opportunities | |
|---|---|
| Honor Playground | |
| Sustainability Fund | |
| Outdoor recreation equipment bldg | |
| Branch Granite Markers | 5 |
| Solinsky Empowerment Center | |
|---|---|
| Small Conference Room | 1 |
| First floor back office | 1 |
| Kitchen | 1 |
| Second floor offices | 3 |
| Solinsky Equine & Recreation Center | |
|---|---|
| Reception | 1 |
| Kennel | 1 |
| Viewing | 1 |
| Training room | 1 |
| Dog Yard | 1 |
| Classroom | 1 |
| Feedroom | 1 |
| Horse Office | 1 |
| Canine Office | 1 |
| Office | 1 |
| Grooming Room | 1 |
| Canine Quarantine | 1 |
| Laundry | 1 |
| Haystorage | 1 |
| Wash Stall | 1 |
| Stables | 4 |
Bringing the Vision to Life
To complete this transformative campus, we are engaging with individuals, foundations, and corporate partners who share our commitment to honoring those who have served. Together, we can create a space that supports wellness, connection, and resilience for generations to come.
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Military & Veterans Campus
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Opportunities to Give
There are meaningful ways to contribute—whether through a personal gift, organizational partnership, or naming opportunity. Explore how you can help shape this one-of-a-kind community.