Conquering PTSD Event and Ride
Join American Heroes Motorcycle Association in partnership with Operation Engage America for a Conquering PTSD Event and Ride on Saturday, October 20th from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM in Boonsboro, MD. This is a free event for Veterans, Military, First Responders & their families. Held at Shafter Mark, Main Street, Boonsboro MD.
Martinsburg Veterans Day Parade
The Four State Community Veterans Engagement Board cordially invites you to participate in the Inaugural Veterans Day Parade in Martinsburg Saturday, November 10, 2018 at 1:00 pm.
Applications Being Accepted for The Platoon 22 Horse Experience
Applications are now being accepted for the November 2- November 4th Platoon 22 Horse Experience Program. The Platoon 22 Horse Experience is designed to provide Warriors the opportunity to become one with nature, network with other Warriors experiencing similar issues, PTS/TBI and most importantly, to connect with their own thoughts and emotions. No prior horse experience is necessary, just a willingness to feel better!
Behavioral Health and Suicidality in the Veteran Population
In honor of September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, the September 26th meeting of the Montgomery County Veterans Collaborative will feature a special presentation: Behavioral Health and Suicidality in the Veteran Population, presented by David Galloway, Western MD Regional Resource Coordinator for Maryland's Commitment to Veterans. Wednesday, September 26th from 2:00-4:00pm in Rockville, MD.
One Day Free Veterans Legal Clinic
The Steven A Cohen Military Family Clinic and the Veterans Consortium ProBono Program are offering a free one day veterans legal clinic on Friday, October 26th from 10AM to 3PM. Talk to an attorney for free on a variety of issues to include Veteran Benefits, Disability/Benefits Claims and Landlord/Tenant Law. Appointments are required.
Rest and Relaxation Couple’s Retreat – Oct 1-4
Hope For The Warriors is also hosting a Couple’s Retreat focused on Rest and Relaxation October 1st- 4th on Taylor’s Island right on the shore in Maryland. Couples will be treated to a midweek getaway that will include food and lodging, water sports, yoga/relaxation sessions, date nights at local restaurants and much more on the scenic Eastern Shore of Maryland. To register for the Couple’s Rest and Relaxation Retreat, couples should contact Brianne Sampson. Her phone number is: 910-548-3010 and her email address is bsampson@hopeforthewarriors.org.
Did you know? FREE Tickets to Events through Vet Tix!
Veteran Tickets Foundation (Vet Tix) is a national nonprofit that supports the military community of all branches of currently serving military including the Guard and Reserve, veterans of all eras, families of those killed in action and caregivers of VetTixers. Vet Tix provides free event tickets with a nominal delivery fee to attend sporting events, concerts, performing arts and family activities.
EPIC Concert & Toy Drive for Hospitalized Military Children – Sept 15
America’s Adopt A Soldier ® brings EPIC CONCERT -TOY DRIVE to Springfield, Virginia! For the 1st Annual America’s Adopt A Soldier ® EPIC CONCERT and TOY DRIVE to be held on Saturday, September 15th at Springfield Town Center in Springfield Virginia. Musical Performances by Nashville Singer/Songwriters, Sandra Lee & Rebecca Magnuson, John Luskey, a DC based Country-Rock and Americana favorite, and last season’s THE VOICE finalist, Jack Gregori with his hit band, Human Country Jukebox!
Make Room: Home Health & Finance @ National Building Museum – Sept 16
Join Make Room and National Building Museum for Home Health & Finance. A FREE community day for renters to get ahead. Sunday, September 16 from 11 am - 5 pm. Including: Housing stability loans for security deposits, Emergency rent assistance, Healthy eating demos w/special guest, Health screenings, Credit building and financial health workshops, and on-site childcare! Register to attend today!
Military & Veteran Caregiver Wellness Workshop – Sept 21
On Friday, Sept. 21st, Hope For The Warriors will be holding a Military and Veteran Caregiver’s Wellness Workshop in Lorton, VA from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. All caregivers, including family and friends are welcome to attend. Participants can register by calling Brittany Hunter at 910-330-4530 or email her at bhunter@hopeforthewarriors.org