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RVP is Committed to Equity and Inclusion
January 20, 2021
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Originally posted June 5, 2020.
In order for a community to be truly healthy, all members of that community must have fair and equitable access to community benefits and services, live without fear of bigotry and prejudice, and experience full representation and participation in its activities and governance.
The Returning Veterans Project is committed to making Oregon and Southwest Washington communities more equitable. We pledge that our organization will consider increased equity—both…
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…
Never Give Up: One Veteran’s Journey to Life-Saving Connections
September 1, 2020
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Jordan VanSise felt thrilled to return to civilian life after his military service ended, but he quickly discovered that his experiences in the Marines weren’t entirely behind him.
“At first I was just happy. I was very, very happy to be out of it. I felt free of the military. And I felt like going to college.”After leaving active duty in 2011, Jordan earned his degree in fine art at Marylhurst University…
RALI Sponsorship Provides Substance Abuse Training for Volunteers
August 7, 2020
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The Rx Abuse Leadership Initiative (RALI) of Oregon is teaming up with the Returning Veterans Project to address substance abuse throughout Oregon!
The Rx Abuse Leadership Initiative (RALI) of Oregon is a community health coalition, with a focus on raising awareness of opioid addiction. RALI Oregon represents communities across the state that have been impacted by this crisis including employers, veterans, children, rural Oregonians, health care providers, and law enforcement.
RALI’s renewed support for…
