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When a spinal injury left George Stewart unable to maintain his home, over 10 fellow veterans showed up to his door in Hiram with rakes, strong backs, and gratitude. The cleanup is part of a nationwide effort to help more than one million veterans access the support they've earned.
A Nevada organization supporting veterans is calling for more volunteers as it serves record numbers of those who served our country. The Veterans Guest House just opened a new hospice facility and needs helping hands to keep up with growing demand.
Thousands of volunteers across America are helping veterans transition to civilian life through an unexpected path: beekeeping. The nonprofit Hives for Heroes pairs former service members with mentors who teach them how to care for bees while building community and purpose.
After military sexual trauma led to addiction and prison, Sarah Branyan now helps veterans recover at a Florida VA hospital. Her message: nothing is insurmountable if you're willing to do the work.
Paul Rees lost his ability to walk after a mine explosion in Bosnia, survived 21 days of captivity in Libya, and now dedicates his life to helping fellow veterans heal. His story shows how the hardest battles often come after service ends.
A breakthrough brain stimulation technique combined with therapy helped 85% of military personnel dramatically reduce PTSD symptoms in just 30 days. This precision treatment offers new hope for veterans who haven't found relief with traditional methods.
Students from Waubonsie Valley High School's Veterans Support Club spent their Saturday morning spreading peatmoss and planting flowers at their local VFW post. The Mother's Day weekend volunteer event brought together community members to beautify the space where local veterans gather.
Four Missouri organizations are calling for volunteers to deliver meals, drive veterans to medical appointments, and brighten hospital visits. The opportunities welcome people of all ages to make a real difference in their community.
After strangers raised $1.9 million to help him retire, 88-year-old veteran Ed Bambas is now giving back by launching a nationwide campaign to help veterans in all 50 states. The movement has already raised over $1 million from 28,000 donors.
When a team of 70-something neighbors couldn't keep up with cleaning their local wash, veteran volunteers showed up with the muscle they needed. Together, they removed several tons of illegal dumping and debris to protect homes from flooding and fire.
Volunteers at Michigan's Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center donated 19,000 hours last year, with 125 drivers traveling over 141,000 miles to bring veterans to medical appointments across rural Upper Michigan and Northern Wisconsin.
A groundbreaking study reveals critical windows when veterans with cancer need extra mental health support, paving the way for life-saving interventions. The findings are already informing better care strategies to protect those who served.
Injured veterans who haven't left their homes in months are catching waves and rediscovering joy at a New Smyrna Beach surfing event. With 150 volunteers providing support, severely wounded service members are conquering more than just the ocean.
When chronic injuries from military service left George Stewart unable to maintain his Hiram home, more than 10 volunteers from Disabled American Veterans chapters across Maine showed up to help. They raked his yard, stacked wood, and tackled spring cleanup tasks that would have been impossible for the former 82nd Airborne paratrooper to do alone.
A groundbreaking surf therapy program in Queensland is helping female veterans overcome PTSD and trauma by combining ocean waves with mental health support. The retreat, believed to be the first of its kind in Australia for female veterans, has already been called "life-changing" by participants.
Virginia lawmakers just passed groundbreaking legislation to help veterans struggling with depression and PTSD. Once the FDA approves psilocybin-based medicine, veterans will have immediate legal access to this promising treatment.
More than 5 million veterans lost money to scammers in 2024, but a growing network of advocates, tech experts, and fellow veterans is fighting back with free tools and education. New resources are helping service members protect their benefits and personal information from fraudsters who exploit military records.
President Trump signed an executive order to speed FDA review of psychedelic treatments showing 80-90% reduction in PTSD symptoms among veterans. The breakthrough therapy could help over 6,000 veterans who die by suicide each year.
A Johns Hopkins medical student has dedicated seven years and 1,600 hours to supporting veterans through the American Red Cross, inspired by her grandfather's gratitude to Korean War soldiers. Her eCards for Heroes project helped thousands of isolated veterans stay connected during the pandemic.
Veterans gathered in Live Oak County to mark the 52nd anniversary of the Vietnam Peace Accords while sparking hope in younger generations. Post Commander Harvey Hamrick says events like these help restore national pride in communities across America.
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