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The Highground holds a monthly peer support group for not only Veterans who are managing post-traumatic stress (PTS), but also for the family and loved ones of Veterans with PTS. There are very limited opportunities for spouses, family members, friends and loved ones who are in a relationship or are part of a support system for a…

Even though Vietnam Veteran Nurse Sarah Blum was only at The Highground for four days, she was able to help Veterans from across the region in ways that will last a long time, perhaps a lifetime. Sarah is a decorated Vietnam Veteran Nurse who earned the Army Commendation Medal serving as an operating room nurse at the 12th…

On Saturday, October 1, hundreds of guests arrived at The Highground for the last stone ceremonies of 2022 and the annual Fall Bake Sale. The Highground’s “Sweet Platoon” provided temptations for everyone’s sweet tooth with baked goods ranging from zucchini whoopie pies to the traditional chocolate chip cookies and hot turtle mochas.   The Highground is…

Attendees gathered in the Meditation Garden for The Highground’s annual Day of Peace Ceremony on September 21. Every year, the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on September 21. The United Nations General Assembly designated it to be a day of non-violence and cease-fire to strengthen the ideals of peace. Communities around the world hold Peace Day…

In This Newsletter: (Link to PDF file included below) 38th Annual Heroes Ride Recap Male Veterans Retreat 2022 Recap Honor Stones Placed in June & July 2022 Memorials and Honorariums Veterans Crisis Line Information Thank you to Heroes Ride sponsors Toys for Tots Calendar of Events for 2022 Heroes Ride Recap (cont.) Old Glory Honor…

The Highground will recognize the International Day of Peace at noon on Wednesday, Sept. 21, beginning with a minute of silence to create a “peace wave” around the world. A brief ceremony with music and readings from the public will be shared at The Highground Liberty Bell. This will be followed by the opportunity for attendees…

Saturday, August 20 was a special day for The Highground during the 22nd Annual Ride to Remember. The forecast was calling for rainstorms, but that didn’t stop over 100 riders from showing their patriotism and honoring the sacrifices of every U.S. service member including Charlie Frey who passed away on August 8 of this year. Charlie,…

The Highground, the Willard Well and several supporters, including musician Victoria Shoemaker (of “Virginia Steel” – virginiasteelmusic.com), are offering military Veterans the opportunity to learn how to play acoustic guitar. The program is designed to help them gain skills to bring the joy that accompanies creativity to their lives and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow Veterans. The Vets…

The Highground is set to host a special presentation by Vietnam Veteran Nurse, Therapist and Author Sarah Blum on Thursday, Sept. 8 at 5:30pm. The presentation is open to the general public with RSVPs appreciated. The evening will focus on the experiences of nurses, medics and corpsman during the Vietnam War. Veterans and those who have served in the…

On Sunday, August 7, guests, volunteers, families and friends stood in the rain to welcome the 128 bicyclists and support personnel to The Highground after their three-day and 150 plus mile journey.  Ranging in ages from 10 to over 70 years, and from Veteran family/friends to Veterans themselves, the 2022 Heroes Ride made a remarkable “PANDEMIC…