Operation Rebound helps severely wounded veterans connect with needed equipment and the healing power of sport by Howard Hardee Veterans who have been blinded, paralyzed or lost limbs often cannot picture what awaits them upon […]
The Veterans Health Administration San Diego Healthcare System continually strives to expand services, access by Brett Callwood In addition to providing wide-ranging hospital and clinical care, the VA San Diego Healthcare System (VASDHS) endeavors to […]
La Jolla Playhouse uplifts veterans and their families through access to the arts by Jill Spear Today, the La Jolla Playhouse offers a number of Military and Veterans Programs—collectively known as the theater’s MVP Initiative—providing […]
Voices of Our City choir helps veterans experiencing homelessness find their voices and connect to services by Jill Spear Since 2017, Voices of Our City has provided life-saving resources, creative programming, and long-term community for […]
Aquatic therapy helps San Diego veterans find relief from post-traumatic stress by Matthew Craggs Stories across many cultures tout the healing effects of water, but one San Diego organization is taking the literary literally. Through […]
Service dog training organization provides companions for veterans suffering from PTSD, mobility and other issues by Brett Callwood As a Navy veteran of 20 years—from 1975 to 1995—Jude Litzenberger knows what it means to serve. […]
Wounded Warrior Homes offers housing and food assistance for veterans experiencing homelessness by Whip Villarreal Even after their service has ended, many vets will carry injuries they sustained—both visible and not visible—into civilian life. Many […]
Camp Pendleton’s Intrepid Spirit Center offers help for service members with mild traumatic brain injuries by Howard Hardee Blasts from explosive devices and heavy artillery can cause a concussion or mild traumatic brain injury, but […]
Solara Mental Health offers mixes traditional mental health techniques with practices like yoga, breathwork and Reiki by Howard Hardee Watching veterans self-manage strong emotions and their own mental well-being is one of the most deeply […]
PsychArmor helps educate care providers on military culture by Jacob Peterson A key part to addressing the unique health and wellness issues faced by members of our armed services is understanding the military culture they’re […]
by Anne Stokes The VA provides benefits that help millions of veterans and their families, but navigating the federal bureaucracy can be daunting. At the San Diego Office of Military & Veterans Affairs, experienced veterans […]
by Anne Stokes After serving 21 years in the U.S. Navy, Ray Flores “retired” to civilian life. Today, he’s again serving his fellow veterans through the San Diego County Office of Military & Veterans Affairs […]
by Gail Allyn Short Though they fought in wars and helped keep peace around the world, after their service ends, some military veterans return home to find themselves in another battle: homelessness. The reasons for […]
by Melanie Anderson For veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, PATH San Diego provides a lifeline in the form of housing assistance. In addition, the nonprofit helps veterans and families create […]
by Raul Clement Tackling a complex problem like homelessness requires research, organization and planning. This is where an organization like the Regional Task Force on Homelessness can help. “We’re sort of the table everyone in […]
by Elissa Einhorn Nine years ago, Tim Mathues’ supervisor asked him to develop outreach programs for San Diego County’s veterans. When he asked what the role entailed, he was told, “We have no job description.” […]
by Matt Jocks Veterans Village of San Diego is there to assist the large military population of the region. Sometimes, the help goes both ways. Akilah Templeton, CEO of VVSD, faces the same worries many […]
by Krysta Scripter I’m not aware of another one in the nation like it,” says Dr. Carl Rimmele, Ph.D., Aspire Center director. Dr. Rimmele is a psychologist who’s worked with Veterans Affairs for more than […]
by Melanie Anderson When people think of the VA, health care typically comes to mind. For veterans who are homeless or at risk for homelessness, reaching out to the VA can unlock a variety of […]
by Raul Clement For decades, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has offered a robust network of benefits to military veterans. These range from disability compensation for veterans wounded in service, free education for veterans […]
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