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Veterans Aren’t Broken, but the Narrative About Them Is
A straightforward story about a well adjusted veteran addressing everyday life challenges with skill, good humor, and determination doesn’t effectively sell newspapers, movies or snake oil remedies. Instead, U.S. pop culture is heavily weighted with stories of veterans going ‘postal’ and having unsuccessful transitions out of the military. Have you ever wondered why it seems…
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The Heart of TAPS Good Grief Camp
It takes a lot to shake a four-star general, but it was former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Martin Dempsey’s first visit to Good Grief Camp that put his confidence and composure to the test. The annual Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) Good Grief Camp — a camp just for children…
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Healing in the Heartland: USAF Vets Bring Healing to Military Families
Healing in the Heartland: How Two Air Force Veterans Created a Haven for Military Survivors In the quiet lakes country of Minnesota, nestled among maple trees and freshwater shorelines, Holbrook Farms has quietly become a sanctuary for surviving military spouses and family members. But this isn’t a story about statistics or scale. It’s about connection.…
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A New Era of Veteran Family Healing
May is Military Appreciation Month, a time to pause and reflect on the service and sacrifice of those who have served our country. At Operation Warrior Resolution (OWR), appreciation goes beyond a thank you. It’s shown through meaningful care for veterans and their families, offering real and lasting healing where it matters most. At the…
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We Defy Foundation Explores the Therapeutic Benefits of Jiu Jitsu
The We Defy Foundation is celebrating 10 years of fulfilling their mission of providing therapeutic relief for disabled combat veterans through Jiu Jitsu. Starting in 2015, Professor Alan Shebaro and disabled combat veteran Joey Bozik recognized the impact Jiu Jitsu had on building quality of life, connecting to a positive community, inspiring and encouraging healthier…
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This Military Family is Mastering the Art of Management, Together
For many, higher education is a transformative journey, a way to better oneself and an opportunity for personal growth. For some, the path to educational success is shared with loved ones, bringing unique challenges and the opportunity to overcome them together. Jake and Cassie Kruskie are both military veterans and an excellent example of how…
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Our Military Kids® Presents 5th Annual Courageous Kids Contest Winners
In celebration of the Month of the Military Child, 14 military children are awarded as leaders in their communities, families, schools, and activities. OAKTON, Va., April 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Our Military Kids® (OMK), a national nonprofit providing extracurricular activity awards to military children and teens, is honoring 14 winners of the 5th Annual Our…
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DOVE – Stepping Up in Support of Vietnam Veterans
For many Vietnam Veterans with End-Stage Kidney Disease, their only chance to access transplantation is by finding their own living kidney donor. Out of the 380 Veterans currently registered with Donor Outreach for Veterans (DOVE) www.dovetransplant.org, who are waiting for a kidney transplant, 15% have served during the Vietnam Era. In most instance, their kidney…
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Department of the Navy Authorizes Attendance at Sea-Air-Space 2025
ARLINGTON, Va. — Travel for the Navy League’s Sea-Air-Space Symposium has been authorized for all Department of Navy military speakers, moderators, and panelists, and attendance at the event has been approved for all National Capital Region (local) Navy federal civilian employees and uniformed military personnel. A memo released by acting Under Secretary of the Navy Terrence…
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Safariland: A Legacy of Protecting Those Who Serve
For decades, Safariland has stood as a pillar of support for the military, providing cutting-edge protective gear and equipment that enhance mission effectiveness and safeguard lives. With a relentless commitment to innovation, quality, and performance, Safariland has earned the trust of military personnel across all branches, supplying them with holsters, body armor, and tactical gear…
