What's Happening
Military Trauma - The Sacred Wound and the Warrior’s Journey Home
May 28, 2021
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Edward Tick, Ph.D., LMHC, has been working to heal the wounds of violent trauma and warfare in our veterans, military families, society, and the world for over forty years. On Friday, May 14, 2021, Dr. Tick presented his training “Military Trauma - The Sacred Wound and the Warrior’s Journey Home,” hosted by the Returning Veterans Project.
Thanks to our generous sponsors - The Boeing Company and RALI-Oreon - we were able to provide…
Volunteers Make it Happen
April 26, 2021
dr. kacy borba spann, ND, LAc Naturopathic Doctor, Acupuncturist | Portland, Oregon
dr. kacy borba spann (she/they/two spirit) is a naturopathic doctor and licensed acupuncturist in Portland, Oregon. Compelled to support more than just the people who can afford her services, dr. kacy finds enormous meaning in volunteering with the Returning Veterans Project.
dr. kacy always saw herself working in a medical profession. But when she entered…
Taylor Miller Joins RVP’s Mission
January 29, 2021
We are excited and honored to announce Taylor Miller recently joined the Returning Veterans Project as a volunteer health provider!
I believe there is beauty and strength in each person, and this gives me endless hope. - Taylor Miller
Of serving veterans and military families, Taylor says, “When one’s role is to give, to protect, to sacrifice for the benefit of others, it can be hard to take time and care of…
Free T’ai Chi Chih Class for Veterans
January 11, 2021
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Are you a veteran with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)? Looking to ease your symptoms using mindful moving meditation? Try T’ai Chi Chih with Dr. Bella Box.
Dr. Box is offering a Beginning T’ai Chi Chih class, at no cost to veterans! This 10 class T’ai Chi Chih series begins Saturday, February 6 and is held every Saturday morning until April 10, 2021. Classes are provided remotely via…
Every Veteran Deserves Support and Healing
December 1, 2020
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Dear friends,
I have gained more respect than ever for those who serve in our military.
For me, coping with monumental challenges like daily isolation, uncertainty, and unrest is new. But our veterans bravely sign up for that kind of unpredictability when they serve our country.
We know, however, that the stress of military service and reintegration adds up – leaving veterans and families in need of support that’s out of…
Kevin’s Story: “A Big Part of My Life Was Gone”
September 29, 2020
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Before Kevin left the military, pain from a back injury sidelined him from his duties as a Navy Chief Petty Officer. That pain ultimately cost him his military career.
Despite his injury, Kevin was proud of the success he achieved in the military. Returning to civilian life, he was determined to work his way back up the ladder. But the injuries and pain kept pushing his…
