September is Suicide Prevention Month. Too many veterans experience suicidal thoughts. Connection is an important lifeline in moments of crisis. If you or someone you know is struggling, don’t hesitate to reach out. Learn more about the ways WWP helps prevent suicide: https://wwp.news/3z3KOfK #SuicidePrevention
Wounded Warrior Project
Non-profit Organizations
Jacksonville, FL 294,710 followers
The mission of Wounded Warrior Project is to honor and empower wounded warriors.
About us
Every warrior has a next mission. We know that the transition to civilian life is a journey. And for every warrior, family member, and caregiver, that journey looks different. Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) began in 2003 as a small, grassroots effort providing simple care and comfort items to the hospital bedsides of the first wounded service members returning home from the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. As their post-service needs evolved, so have our programs and services. Today, through our direct programs in mental health, career counseling, and long-term rehabilitative care, along with our advocacy efforts, we improve the lives of millions of warriors and their families. This effort requires the passion and commitment of friends, supporters, and like-minded organizations that enable us to fulfill our mission. With their collaboration and support, we strive to ensure that when those who serve come home, they’re afforded every opportunity to be as successful as a civilian as they were in the military.
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https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/
External link for Wounded Warrior Project
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Jacksonville, FL
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2003
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Warrior David Daly faced the harsh realities of PTSD after multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. He returned from the battlefield, struggling with survivor's guilt and addiction. After connecting with Wounded Warrior Project, he found healing from his invisible wounds. Now, he is helping his fellow veterans realize what's possible with WWP: https://wwp.news/3zveHWQ
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A new study highlights the mental health challenges of caregivers, with 42% of those supporting younger veterans experiencing depression. WWP CEO Walter Piatt said, “I did not need to see a study to know how bad this problem is, but America needs to see it.” Wounded Warrior Project is committed to providing the necessary resources to these caregivers. Read the full Military.com article about the RAND report: https://lnkd.in/e7pqM5Gp
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For nearly ten years, Tim Aponte served in the Army. Days before he was due to return home, an explosion left him with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and many other injuries. With WWP's help, doors began opening for Tim. Now he serves as a WWP Peer Support Group leader. He shares his story and encourages other veterans to do the same. https://wwp.news/3zL1Csn
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After a devastating motorcycle accident, warrior Justin Mathers went from a wheelchair to a gold medalist for Team Army at the 2024 DOD Warrior Games with help from WWP's adaptive sports program. Watch his journey of resilience and discover how WWP helps warriors realize what's possible: https://lnkd.in/efYcwyWK
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WWP is leading the conversation on veteran care and suicide prevention at the 2024 Military Influencer Conference. Lyndsay Tkach, MS,CBIS, director of Mental and Brain Health Services at WWP, discussed our participation in the Face The Fight coalition dedicated to cutting veteran suicide rates in half by 2030. In other sessions, WWP spokespeople address family caregiver support, mental health for Gen Z warriors, and amplifying veteran voices. Learn how we’re making an impact: https://wwp.news/3Ncj6AQ #MICATL
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While #SuicidePreventionMonth is coming to an end, WWP’s efforts in suicide prevention continue. Watch this segment on LiveNOW from Fox News Media about WWP's latest Suicide Prevention PSA. Warrior Jacob Norotsky, the veteran who inspired the PSA, and Lyndsay Tkach, MS,CBIS, discuss how WWP is supporting over 250,000 warriors and families through suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention programs. Catch the full segment and learn how we’re tackling veteran suicide by prioritizing connection and care: https://lnkd.in/e5W5Qmtz
Suicide Prevention Month: Veterans and mental health
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The 2024 RAND report underscores the increasing struggles faced by post-9/11 military caregivers, with many struggling with mental health challenges and financial strain. At WWP, we’ve seen the impact firsthand through stories like Jenna Malone’s. Jenna was overwhelmed caring for her husband Issac, a veteran with PTSD, until she found the support she needed through WWP’s programs and connection to other caregivers. WWP is here to make sure caregivers never have to face these battles alone: https://wwp.news/3N1Ymfb
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Whether participants were running or walking, carrying a flag, weight, or another person, it was an awesome day at Carry Forward Nashville! Here's a glimpse of the sights and sounds from a morning full of support for our nation's heroes! Our next stop is in San Antonio, Texas, on Saturday, Oct. 5. Join us: https://wwp.news/3TJ5QaK #WWPCarryForward
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There are tools and resources available to help those battling suicidal thoughts. Warriors don't have to fight this battle alone. Learn how WWP is helping prevent veteran suicide and how connection is saving lives: https://wwp.news/3BeQBQm