Veteran Peer Support Groups are facilitated by veterans and are designed to address the needs of Veterans, by providing a relaxed and confidential environment to share post military and transitional experiences with other veterans. In a peer-to-peer format, the groups strive to support one another in improving self-reliance and self-advocacy, and encouraging veterans in their pursuit of wellness.
Capital Caring Health cordially invites Vietnam & Vietnam Era Veterans and their Families to a special Vietnam War Commemoration on Sunday, March 29, 2020 from 12:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. at the National Marine Corps Museum.
Free yoga at the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Easterseals! Warriors at Ease integrates yoga and meditation into military and civilian settings to support the health, resiliency, post-traumatic growth and connection of veterans and their families. All poses can be modified for people of all abilities.
This Tuesday, 18 Feb at 6:30 Northern Virginia Veterans Association will hold their Quarterly Member/Partner meeting at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton. The theme is "Improving Transportation for our Veterans". Their two speakers are; Jan Hawkins, Program Director, RSVP-Greater Prince William, and Bob Schneider, Executive Director, OmniRide. Please Join Northern Virginia Veterans Association for their Quarterly Meeting This Tuesday, 18 Feb at 6:30 they will hold their Quarterly Member/Partner meeting at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton. The theme is "Improving Transportation for our Veterans". Their two speakers are; Jan Hawkins, Program Director, RSVP-Greater Prince William, and Bob Schneider, Executive Director, OmniRide. The meeting is open to the public and free to attend.
In 2020, Project Horse will be offering 4 one-day trainings in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA). Just like CPR and basic first aid, learning first aid for mental health is crucial! Whether we officially work with specific populations, or we support them informally, having a knowledge in basic mental health is so important.
Join Silver Spring Town Center for their next SPARKLE: In Conversation with Oldest Living Tuskegee Airman Brigadier General Charles McGee. Wednesday, February 12th at 2pm in the Silver Spring Civic Building. FREE & all seniors welcome!
Join EveryMind educators in a webinar about self-care and the workplace! This webinar will touch on the topics of stress, burnout, and tools you can use to improve your self-care.
The Veterans Awards, also known as the Vettys, is an annual award ceremony presented by the Academy of United States Veterans. The awards honor members of the veteran community in the United States in various categories. The 6th Annual Veterans Awards will shine a light on the mental health epidemic that surrounds many of our military and civilian families.
Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall invites you to celebrate and acknowledge the achievements and sacrifices of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history. Guest Speaker: SGM Edward Bell (G4). Entertainment provided by The U.S. Army Band.
Volunteers from BRAWS will help fit clients with new, tags on, bras and underwear for women and teens, all for FREE! In addition to your fitting and “shopping” for bras, this event will feature a special speaker with tips for you about how to build your self-confidence! There will also be information about Britepaths’ Workforce Development Program, and how Britepath can help you if you (or someone you know) is looking for a new job.