Confidence and Freedom to Live
September 12, 2001 — the day Ryan Jackson’s life was changed forever.
Jackson, still a senior in high school at the time, remembers the horror of watching the towers go down. The deadliest terror attack in U.S. history.
The very next day, he was in the U.S. Army recruiter’s office, signing his name on the dotted line.
Warrior David Says He’s “Living Proof” of Your Impact
“Have you seen Forest Gump?” asked 17-year U.S Marine Corps veteran Keith Hudson.
“It felt like I was running and running, and I couldn’t stop.”
14 jobs. Three divorces. Financial turmoil.
Returning to civilian life was not easy.
2024 Golf Tournament Highlights
Thank you to all of our supporters. We hope you enjoyed our 4th Annual Golf tournament, contests, and company of fellow veteran supporters.
Salute to Service Dogs: Celebrating National Service Dog Day
After 16 years of service in the military, in 2016, my husband was medically retired due to physical injuries, hearing loss, a TBI and PTSD. While he served in the military, he deployed overseas 4 times; was away often for multiple field missions, he trained with the National Guard for overseas missions (which involved a lot of travel to different states), and having to attend many funeral details. While serving his tours overseas, my husband fought many battles, and was forced to face death repeatedly, more than anyone should ever have too.
“I know where I am is better than where I was”: How Service Dogs Are Saving Veteran Lives
On average, 20 Veterans a day take their own lives.
This alarming statistic represents a need for change. Many of those who selflessly served our country are struggling in silence. These brave men and women faced extraordinary challenges on and off the battlefield.
Too often, the battles come home with them… invisible, potentially deadly, yet preventable.
Beyond the Badge: How Therapy Dogs Support First Responders
At K9s For Warriors, we see the healing power dogs have on our Veterans every day. As part of our mission, we extend that support to first responders: law enforcement officers, firefighters, dispatchers and those who are repeatedly exposed to traumatic events in the line of duty.
The Station Dog program was born out of a need to bring emotional support to those on the front lines.
Asking for Help Changed My Life
“Have you seen Forest Gump?” asked 17-year U.S Marine Corps veteran Keith Hudson.
“It felt like I was running and running, and I couldn’t stop.”
14 jobs. Three divorces. Financial turmoil.
Returning to civilian life was not easy.
Warrior Shilo Found a New Way To Live
Walk into Army veteran Adam Werner’s house, and you’ll find neon post-it notes plastered over every empty surface, all scribbled with reminders to do this and that — remove clothes from washer, pick up kids from soccer practice, Dr. appointment @ 5 p.m. on Tuesday.
He forgets to do it if he doesn’t write it down.
“Living with a traumatic brain injury is…frustrating,” Werner said.
From Stray to Statesman: Rocky, the Resilient Rescue Dog, Runs for President
After 16 years of service in the military, in 2016, my husband was medically retired due to physical injuries, hearing loss, a TBI and PTSD. While he served in the military, he deployed overseas 4 times; was away often for multiple field missions, he trained with the National Guard for overseas missions (which involved a lot of travel to different states), and having to attend many funeral details. While serving his tours overseas, my husband fought many battles, and was forced to face death repeatedly, more than anyone should ever have too.
K9s For Warriors Hosts Salute To Moms
May 3, 2024 – K9s For Warriors hosted the second annual Salute To Moms, celebrating all the women who have impacted our organization. The event took place at our Headquarters in Ponte Vedra, FL, with a Kentucky Derby theme. Each attendee had the opportunity to make their own flower arrangements at the Bouquet Bar, customize […]