TARGETED AREAS OF AWARENESS AND FUNDRAISING
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VETERAN SUICIDE
It’s been said that we have a truly sacred obligation as Americans—to care for our Veterans when they return. Unfortunately, as a Nation, we are falling short.
The sobering truth is that each day, it’s not THE 22 WE HEAR ABOUT SO OFTEN, but STUDIES SHOW an alarming rate nearly double that number of veterans die by suicide—not in a far-off place, but right here at home. Our sons, daughters, parents, spouses, siblings… our battle buddies. What are we missing? What can we do? Where are we going wrong? The truth is there’s no easy answer. But there is hope. Rangeoars Row is rooted in the belief that only through supporting organizations with a comprehensive, cross-sectional, holistic, strategy that unites around a common mission to reduce military and veteran suicide, will we be able to reduce the occurrence of suicide among veterans. RanGeoars Row believe it is their duty to do everything in their power to live up to their obligations both as veterans, and as Americans. They owe it to those they’ve lost—and to those they might save. |
POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER
For all too many veterans—lingering symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) remain for years following their active service.
Studies of this ‘invisible wound’ show it as a significant roadblock to veterans transitioning to a healthy, productive post-military life. A study of those who served in the Afghanistan and Iraq Wars have indicated that as many as 30 percent have developed PTSD. For veterans who saw combat, the risk of developing PTSD is even higher. Unfortunately, PTSD not only affects the veteran himself, but also proves incredibly traumatic to those around him. Unfortunately, PTSD hits a bit close to home for Rangeoars Row as some of their own team members have themselves been diagnosed with PTSD, Thankfully, through time, and proper tools, they are living productive, fulfilling post-military lives. The team is determined to raise awareness and funds to support organizations THAT further study the effects, and develop treatments for this ‘silent wound.’ |