Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on all the things we are grateful for, including the sacrifices of our Veterans and First Responders. Many of these individuals return home with PTSD, which can cause severe anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges....
Being a SWAT team member for the Sheriff’s department is not an easy job. The day-to-day operations can be intense, stressful, and unpredictable. It requires a lot of mental and physical strength to perform the duties effectively. As someone who has served in...
Everyone has someone who comes into their life and changes everything. Sometimes we don’t even know we need that person until they’re there. For me, that person is an animal named Vinca, my service dog from Canines For Heroes. She’s more than just a...
None of us like war or natural disasters. They have happened and continue to happen. They leave emotional and psychological scars on the people who put their lives on the line. Veterans and First Responders (like Firefighter Paramedic Jim and Ember) often deal with...
The annual Backwoods Blast is just around the corner and excitement is already in the air. This event, on October 22nd from 11:30 am to 5 pm, is an opportunity to have fun and do good. The Backwoods Blast is a celebration with a purpose – It’s a fundraiser for...
I am honored to be associated with Sandra, Mark LaFlamme,and Canines For Heroes. They are two shining examples of success in the community that supports Veterans and First Responders. I am proud to know them personally and professionally, and delighted by the...