Did you know that working towards mastery in a worthwhile cause can significantly benefit your brain? This concept forms the heart of our Foundation Dog™ program for healing PTSD. By dedicating time and effort to working with these remarkebley trained animals, Veteran...
I loved my work as EMS/ Manatee Firefighter. For me, being a firefighter is one of the most demanding jobs in the world, but also one of the most rewarding. For six years, I proudly served my community, risking my life to save others. However, in 1991, while rescuing...
When you’ve spent years on the frontline, whether in combat or as a first responder, you understand the weight of resilience and bravery. However, beneath that courage often lies an unspoken battle—Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This invisible wound can...
ll,We love our service members and encourage everyone to help by supporting our local Veteran First Responder Heroes through Canines For Heroes. Watch: At the Asolo, The story of that serene Christmas Eve unfolds amidst the backdrop of one of history’s...
Early September 2024 marked a turning point in my life, a moment of rekindled hope and healing. It was the time when I stumbled upon Canines For Heroes through my wife’s discovery of the “7 for 7” initiative on Facebook. My heart leaped at the prospect of...
In the quiet moments of reflection, heroes often discover their true calling. For Mark LaFlamme, a decorated veteran of the US Air Force, this calling materialized in an unexpected yet profoundly impactful way. After enduring the harrowing experiences of combat and...