Programs
How We Use Our Donations
- Family Strengthening
- Well-Being
- Mental Resilience
- Financial Freedom
- Outdoor Recreation
- Social Activities
Family
Strengthening
Families that live with our HEROES that cope with PTS can be very hard and even harmful for the family bond and personal relationships. PTS not only impacts the HERO, but also the people that surround them. Many times, the HERO may avoid expressing emotions and even detach from others, leading further issues within the family and personal relationships to include behavioral problems among the children.
Well-Being
Mindfulness, can help individuals learn how to use meditation to stay present, avoid attention lapses, and mentally prepare for stressful situations, may be of benefit our heroes cope with past and future events. Studies suggest that mindfulness training, can improve resilience, enhance performance, and help prevent the other stress-related mental health issues.
Mental Resilience
Research has shown that America’s Heroes are high risk for mental health issues such as posttraumatic stress (PTS), depression, to include traumatic brain injury (TBI) and that these issues often go untreated. When left untreated, mental health concerns such as these often become worse and may lead to suicidal ideation or even Suicide.
Financial Freedom
Research has shown that financial issues among our HERO’s has had significant impact on their over-all well-being, which impacts the overall quality of life. Money mismanagement such as debt, inability to pay for basic needs, and utilities, not only impacts the overall well-being of our HEROES, but also their mental health and quality of life.
Outdoor Recreation
Studies have shown physical activities have a positive impact on our overall health. Playing a major role in the fight against mental health and influences well-being. Physical activities improve self-esteem, cognitive function, and overall health.
Physical activity 1-3 times a week reduces stress. Group activities helps individuals reintegrate into social groups and provides a sense of belonging.
Family
Strengthening
Families that live with our HEROES that cope with PTS can be very hard and even harmful for the family bond and personal relationships. PTS not only impacts the HERO, but also the people that surround them. Many times, the HERO may avoid expressing emotions and even detach from others, leading further issues within the family and personal relationships to include behavioral problems among the children.
Well-Being
Mindfulness, can help individuals learn how to use meditation to stay present, avoid attention lapses, and mentally prepare for stressful situations, may be of benefit our heroes cope with past and future events. Studies suggest that mindfulness training, can improve resilience, enhance performance, and help prevent the other stress-related mental health issues.
Mental Resilience
Research has shown that America’s Heroes are high risk for mental health issues such as posttraumatic stress (PTS), depression, to include traumatic brain injury (TBI) and that these issues often go untreated. When left untreated, mental health concerns such as these often become worsen and may lead to suicidal ideation or even Suicide
Financial Freedom
Research has shown that financial issues among our HERO’s has had significant impact on their over-all well-being, which impacts the overall quality of life. Money mismanagement such as debt, inability to pay for basic needs, and utilities, not only impacts the overall well-being of our HEROES, but also their mental health and quality of life.
Outdoor Recreation
Studies have shown physical activities have a positive impact on our overall health. Playing a major role in the fight against mental health and influences well-being. Physical activities improve self-esteem, cognitive function, and overall health.
Physical activity 1-3 times a week reduces stress. Group activities helps individuals reintegrate into social groups and provides a sense of belonging.
Social Activities
Social activities are known to improve mood and actually can reduce depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. Research has shown that feeling socially connected is a key factor in overall health and well-being.
Social Activities
Social activities are known to improve mood and actually can reduce depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. Research has shown that feeling socially connected is a key factor in overall health and well-being.