This home stands as more than just a structure. It represents compassion in action, the power of community, and what can happen when people come together to make a real difference.
On March 31, 2026, the Hessel Family Foundation unveiled Hessel House in Clearwater, Florida, marking the first completed home in a pilot housing initiative designed to support veterans and their families. Developed in partnership with the Community Service Foundation, Team Veteran, and St. Vincent de Paul CARES, this project reflects a shared commitment to creating long-term, stable housing solutions.
The first family to call Hessel House home is the Jaworski family.
After serving in the United States Army, Alexander Jaworski faced ongoing medical challenges that made it difficult to continue his career. Following the loss of a family member and rising living costs, Alexander, his wife Cristina, and their daughter relocated to Florida in search of stability.
During this transition, they experienced housing uncertainty and moved between temporary accommodations before connecting with St. Vincent de Paul CARES through the Supportive Services for Veteran Families program. That connection led to an opportunity to move into Hessel House, providing a stable foundation for their next chapter.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the organizations, partners, and community members whose support, resources, and dedication made Hessel House possible. This project is the result of a true community-wide effort.
► City of Clearwater Council​
â–º City of Clearwater Office of the City Manager
â–º City of Clearwater Economic Development and Housing Department
Contractor: Cournoyer Construction Inc.
Architect: Arcdesign Inc
Building Materials: Structall Building Systems
HVAC: Coastal Air Company Inc
Plumber: Cass Plumbing, Inc
Electrical: Di’Mond Electric, Corp
Tree Removal: Acorn Tree Service and Landscaping, In
General Donation: Gehrand Family Trust
Painting: Lowes Commercial Painting
Hessel House is a 900 square feet, two bedroom, one bathroom home built using steel insulated panel systems. These materials provide durability, energy efficiency, and resistance to wind, flooding, and pests.
The home was constructed through the collaboration of dedicated contractors, volunteers, and partners, with leadership from Cournoyer Construction Inc. and contributions from organizations across the community.
