PTSD Awareness Day

You may have heard the words "invisible injuries" before, or even the term "Post Traumatic Stress Disorder" (PTSD).  But did you know that most of today's retired combat service members are returning home from the current conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan with this debilitating disorder?  It is hard to diagnose because it is hard to talk about. But our Heroes do not leave the sights, sounds and emotions of what they experience on the battlefield, and the symptoms of PTSD are becoming increasingly worse because of the negative stigma surrounding the term.  

PTSD is claiming families, personal relationships, careers, and even lives.  

We NEED to talk about it.

Starting in 2010, Congress named June 27th "PTSD Awareness Day". The purpose of this day is to remember that not everyone who came home from war, left the war. By raising public awareness of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder AND its effective treatments, we are opening the door for our heroes to know it is okay to come forward and ask for help. 

Join Healing Heroes Network today and start a conversation about PTSD and how we can help our nation's Heroes overcome it.  Together, we can all help those affected by PTSD.  

For more information on ways to help, visit www.HealingHeroes.org.

A Hero's Story

A Hero's Story:

Army E-4 Specialist Jeffery K.

Jeffrey K. served in the United States Army for 6 years.  He began his enlistment stationed in Fort Riley, KS, before re-enlisting to Ft. Stewart, GA.  It was during this time that he was deployed to Tikrit, Iraq, to serve in Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF).

While performing duties during his deployment, Jeffrey sustained numerous injuries lifting heavy equipment, recovering vehicles, and was also hit by an I.E.D. (Improvised Explosive Device), severely injuring his lower back, right shoulder and legs.  For his service and outstanding performance, Jeffrey was awarded an Army Achievement Award and the Army Commendation Medal (awarded to members of the U.S. Army who distinguished themselves by displaying heroism, meritorious achievement or meritorious service). 

Upon Jeffrey's return to civilian life, the injuries that he had sustained while fighting overseas were causing him severe discomfort, and he was unable to move without extreme pain.  Jeffrey reached out to Healing Heroes Network for assistance with receiving Massage Therapy, and was quickly approved after filling out the application.

Massage Therapist & HHN Provider Cathy B. raves about Jeffrey's improvement:

"When he first came to me, he was unable to relax, stated he had limited range of motion with his right shoulder, constant back pain and was unable to walk at length because of the tight muscles of his quadriceps.  After the first session, he had and has maintained full movement with his right arm, states he is able to sleep through the night (something he hadn't done in several years), is able to relax for his massage, and can now walk and stand for periods of time on his leg with no pain!"

Jeffrey states, "The massage sessions already have helped more than I ever thought could happen. I sleep better and am able to function more. I would again like to thank everyone there at Healing Heroes Network for being able to assist me with my journey. Thank you and God Bless."

Healing Heroes Network is proud and honored to assist Heroes like Jeffrey on their 

road to recovery!

Healing Heroes partners with Macy's "Shop For A Cause" event!

Healing Heroes Network is proud to be a part of Macy's exciting
"Shop For A Cause" event!  By simply donating $5.00 to Healing Heroes Network, you will receive a V.I.P. Shopping Pass, good for 25% off YOUR ENTIRE PURCHASE, usable all day on Saturday, August 24, 2013 at ANY participating Macy's!  What better way to help our Heroes receive the treatment they need than by getting 25% off at Macy's, everyone's favorite department store?!

To purchase a Shopping Pass or for more information on Shop For A Cause, please visit our website:

http://www.healingheroes.org/ways-to-help/donate-now/shop-for-a-cause.html

Healing Heroes Network is committed to healing Americas Heroes by providing financial assistance for quality care to military personnel injured in the line of duty in Iraq or Afghanistan since 9/11/01.

Golfing For Heroes Event!

Be a part of a fun and rewarding charity golf event! Come out and join us at the Countryside Country Club (Clearwater, Florida) on Friday, September 27, 2013. Please follow this link if you would like to purchase tickets or become a sponsor: www.golfingforheroes.com

All proceeds will go directly to Healing Heroes Network, a 501(c)3 charitable organization that provides financial aid for medical treatment to the men and women of the armed forces injured in the line of duty in Iraq or Afghanistan on or after 9/11/01. 

Survey Shows Veterans Aren't Receiving Adequate, Timely Care

A recent survey by the Department of Veteran Affairs shows that even the VA doctors agree that there needs to be more done for our vets.