Veterans have carried the weight of service in ways most Americans will never fully understand. When they seek mental health care, they deserve more than a one-size-fits-all approach—they deserve honesty, respect, and an active role in decisions that affect their lives. At The Long Walk Home, a veteran-led nonprofit dedicated to preventing veteran suicide, we […]
We’re worth of their sacrifice if we take a moment each day—not only on the last Monday in May.Memorial Day is set aside to remember and honor those who have passed, whether they gave their lives defending our freedoms or simply touched our lives in irreplaceable ways. Reflecting on their loss reminds us that death
Every mission needs its unsung heroes. At The Long Walk Home, our mission to prevent veteran suicide is bold, urgent, and deeply personal. But it’s not just our programs, workshops, and mentorship that make the difference—it’s the people. The everyday heroes who lend their time, their hands, their hearts. This National Volunteer Week, we want
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To our fellow veterans, friends and supports, we ask that you share the following letter with your local politicians. The purpose of this letter is to advocate to mandatory counseling for US military personnel before they return to the civilian life. We have seen far too often how neglecting our country’s veterans can lead to
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People don’t buy what you do; they buy why you do it. Understanding why inspires trust, loyalty, and respect. Every one of us faces crucial decisions in life—those pivotal fork-in-the-road, “Y” moments where the path splits and we must choose which direction to take. For veterans, these moments often arise in the most challenging and uncertain of circumstances. The path we end
On September 11th, myself and The Long Walk Home kicked off the Walk Across America in the Florida Keys! For the next nine months, we will be walking all the way to San Diego, CA to bring awareness to the veteran suicide crisis and advocate for life-saving programs. Each day, we will carry the sign
Memorial Day is the day we reserve to honor our fallen heroes–the men and women who died defending our freedoms. It is a day to remember all our loved ones who are no longer with us. This act of remembrance is both important and healthy. While it’s crucial to remember the dead, it’s even more important
At the heart of The Long Walk Home lies an unwavering mission: to prevent military Veterans from succumbing to the tragic fate of suicide. Our carefully crafted programs, thought-provoking activities, and empowering classes are all designed with one resolute goal—to save the lives of those who risked everything for our country. Your support is the key to fulfilling
