Voice & Vision, Inc. & CompeerCORPS
Voice & Vision, Inc. & CompeerCORPS
Healing Invisible Wounds with Heather Sliwinski of the Honor and Courage Foundation
Healing Invisible Wounds with Heather Sliwinski of the Honor and Courage Foundation
Healing Invisible Wounds with Heather Sliwinski of the Honor and Courage Foundation
Thursday 17th October 2024
Heather Sliwinski discusses the Honor and Courage Foundation's unique approach to helping veterans with PTSD. Hear inspiring stories and innovative solutions.
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Get the buttons here!Heather Sliwinski: Transforming Veteran Support Through Innovation
Episode Overview
- Heather Sliwinski shares how her son inspired the Honor and Courage Foundation.
- The foundation offers innovative PTSD treatments like the Stellate Ganglion Block.
- A 24/7 hotline provides confidential support to veterans, including Vietnam vets.
- Annual events like the Honor and Courage 5K fund essential veteran services.
- Mentorship programs pair veterans with experienced mentors for ongoing support.
It's literally life-altering in such a positive way that when our veterans with post-traumatic stress get this procedure, they tell me that within minutes, they feel a difference
Ever wondered how an eleven-year-old could spark a movement that changes the lives of veterans? In this episode of 'Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in Action', Heather Sliwinski, CEO and founder of the Honor and Courage Foundation, shares the inspiring story of how her son’s vision led to the creation of a foundation dedicated to helping veterans with PTSD and other post-service challenges.
Heather’s journey began with collecting items for troops after 9/11, but it was her son's blueprint for supporting veterans that truly ignited the foundation's mission. You'll hear about innovative programs like the Stellate Ganglion Block procedure, which offers life-changing relief for PTSD symptoms, and the 24/7 hotline providing confidential support to veterans, including those from the Vietnam era.
Heather also touches on the importance of community support and how the foundation's events, like the annual 5K and car show, fund these critical services. If you're interested in how grassroots efforts can lead to significant change or want to learn more about veteran support systems, this episode is a must-listen. So why not dive in and see how one family's dedication is making a world of difference?