David Garcia , an Iraq war veteran , helps homeless vets at a Chicago - area shelter . Garcia , 25 , says he feels lucky he never needed the shelter . People donate items such as nonperishable foods and electronics , including a large television for the common area . Bob ` ` ' '' Adams opened the shelter in 2009 , mainly for Iraq and Afghanistan vets . The volunteers learn how to manage their homes and interview for jobs .
David Garcia , an Iraq war veteran , helps homeless vets at a Chicago - area shelter . Garcia , 25 , says he feels lucky he never needed the shelter . Bob ` ` ' '' Adams opened the shelter in 2009 , mainly for Iraq and Afghanistan vets . The volunteers learn how to manage their homes and interview for jobs .