Healing the Invisible Wounds of War Through Creativity
Since 1971, Heal Vets has been providing therapeutic craft kits to veterans and active duty military. Arts and crafts are a time-tested healing tool for PTSD, depression, anxiety, and can help relieve pain, improve mobility and fine motor skills.
At its core, Help Heal Veterans (Heal Vets) empowers veterans to heal the invisible wounds of war through creativity, connection, and purpose. Through therapeutic craft kits and community-driven programs, we support veterans navigating physical injuries, PTSD, and isolation while offering more than a kit and a path forward. Our work restores dignity, builds resilience, and reminds every veteran they are seen, valued, and never forgotten.
Donate
You’re just a couple of clicks away from helping a veteran today with your gift.
Request a Kit
If you’re a veteran, it’s easy and free to receive your first craft kit.
How We Heal
Find out why therapeutic crafts do so much good for our veterans.
Volunteer
Become a craft specialist, or help at an event.
“I would like to thank you for your donation. I was really struggling in life and your gift helped get me out of that. I ended up making a bracelet and a keychain lanyard. Thank you for everything.”
– Matthew A.
Stay connected with Help Heal Veterans by following us on our social channels below!
Help Heal Veterans
Healing the Invisible Wounds of War Through Creativity
🎨 THERE'S STILL TIME TO RSVP! 🇺🇸
Join Help Heal Veterans for a fun, hands-on Small Drawstring Pouch Workshop!
Calling all veterans and their families! 💙
Spend the morning stitching and embellishing your very own drawstring pouch while enjoying creativity, connection, and time together!
📅 Wednesday, October 21
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Help Heal Veterans HQ
36585 Penfield Ln., Winchester, CA 92596
🍽️ Lunch will be provided by Temecula Valley VFW Auxiliary 4089.
✨ There's still time to reserve your spot! Don't miss out on this creative experience!
👉 RSVP today: Call 949-620-6694
#HelpHealVeterans #VeteransAndFamilies #CreativeWorkshops #CreativityHeals
🇺🇸 Chicago Veterans & Military Families!
Come out and join us at the Cook County Military and Veterans Resource Fair at Brookfield Zoo Chicago!
Our very own Rose, Help Heal Veterans' Creative Engagement Specialist (CES) from Chicago, will be there representing Help Heal Veterans and sharing how our therapeutic craft kits help support veterans and active-duty service members.
📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Brookfield Zoo Chicago – Discovery Center
3300 Golf Rd., Brookfield, IL 60513
Stop by, say hello to Rose, and learn more about our programs and resources!
We look forward to seeing you there! 🇺🇸
#HelpHealVeterans #HealVets #VeteransResourceFair #ChicagoVeterans #SupportingVeterans #MilitaryFamilies
🇺🇸 Veteran Spotlight: Mike H.
This month, we're honored to spotlight Mike H., a U.S. Army Veteran, and a very special project created from the heart.
Mike created this beautiful keepsake box to hold the treasured belongings of his beloved service dog, who recently crossed the rainbow bridge. Every button and detail was placed with love, creating a touching tribute to a loyal companion who provided comfort, devotion, and unconditional love.
Through creativity, Mike found a meaningful way to honor her memory and keep a piece of their journey together close. 🐾🤎🌈
Projects like Mike's remind us that creativity can be more than making something with our hands. It can help us remember, reflect, and honor what matters most.
Thank you, Mike, for sharing something so personal and meaningful with us, and thank you for your service. 🇺🇸
Healing the invisible wounds of war through creativity.
#VeteranSpotlight #HealVets #ArmyVeteran #HealingThroughCreativity #Veterans
Help Heal Veterans
Healing the Invisible Wounds of War Through Creativity
🎨 THERE'S STILL TIME TO RSVP! 🇺🇸
Join Help Heal Veterans for a fun, hands-on Small Drawstring Pouch Workshop!
Calling all veterans and their families! 💙
Spend the morning stitching and embellishing your very own drawstring pouch while enjoying creativity, connection, and time together!
📅 Wednesday, October 21
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Help Heal Veterans HQ
36585 Penfield Ln., Winchester, CA 92596
🍽️ Lunch will be provided by Temecula Valley VFW Auxiliary 4089.
✨ There's still time to reserve your spot! Don't miss out on this creative experience!
👉 RSVP today: Call 949-620-6694
#HelpHealVeterans #VeteransAndFamilies #CreativeWorkshops #CreativityHeals
🇺🇸 Chicago Veterans & Military Families!
Come out and join us at the Cook County Military and Veterans Resource Fair at Brookfield Zoo Chicago!
Our very own Rose, Help Heal Veterans' Creative Engagement Specialist (CES) from Chicago, will be there representing Help Heal Veterans and sharing how our therapeutic craft kits help support veterans and active-duty service members.
📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Brookfield Zoo Chicago – Discovery Center
3300 Golf Rd., Brookfield, IL 60513
Stop by, say hello to Rose, and learn more about our programs and resources!
We look forward to seeing you there! 🇺🇸
#HelpHealVeterans #HealVets #VeteransResourceFair #ChicagoVeterans #SupportingVeterans #MilitaryFamilies
🇺🇸 Veteran Spotlight: Mike H.
This month, we're honored to spotlight Mike H., a U.S. Army Veteran, and a very special project created from the heart.
Mike created this beautiful keepsake box to hold the treasured belongings of his beloved service dog, who recently crossed the rainbow bridge. Every button and detail was placed with love, creating a touching tribute to a loyal companion who provided comfort, devotion, and unconditional love.
Through creativity, Mike found a meaningful way to honor her memory and keep a piece of their journey together close. 🐾🤎🌈
Projects like Mike's remind us that creativity can be more than making something with our hands. It can help us remember, reflect, and honor what matters most.
Thank you, Mike, for sharing something so personal and meaningful with us, and thank you for your service. 🇺🇸
Healing the invisible wounds of war through creativity.
#VeteranSpotlight #HealVets #ArmyVeteran #HealingThroughCreativity #Veterans
