09/16/2024
Please take a minute to read. Together we can help to change a life!
Allow me to be dramatic for one moment.
According to statistics issued by the VA, su***de rates among veterans in 2022 averaged 17.5 per day, up from 16.8 per day in 2021. An even more startling figure is that the veteran population decreased by 27% from 2001-2021, yet the su***de rate per 100,000 veterans rose from 23.3 to 33.9 during that same period. https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/docs/data-sheets/2023/2023-National-Veteran-Suicide-Prevention-Annual-Report-FINAL-508.pdf #)
Among all of the benefits from living an active lifestyle, increased exercise has been shown to lead to less su***de ideation, planning and attempts. Here is one such supporting article.(https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/990766?form=fpf/)
On October 26th Garrett Fulton and I will be taking on our first 30k run/hike, crossing a New Jersey section of Appalachian Trail.
https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=107391
To make this moment more special and to provide motivation, I am going to complete this race in support of the Warrior Strong Inc group who offers free health and wellness programs to veterans across PA and NJ.
I am asking that anyone who wishes to get involved and support this fine organization to please donate any way you can. I am setting a goal of $1000. This could be accomplished by sponsoring each mile I complete or by offering a one time donation. If you would like a tax receipt please reach out to Warrior Strong. If you would like to donate a specific amount just because, feel free to message me. Every dollar counts and will be used to make a difference.
To donate please contact Tom Tice of WarriorStronginc.org at (862) 324-6322 or go straight to their site at https://www.warriorstronginc.org/donate
Register Now!