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.
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“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.
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Healing the Invisible Wounds of War Through Creativity
💚 World Mental Health Day | October 10 💙
Not all wounds are visible, and every healing journey looks different.
This World Mental Health Day, we recognize the importance of mental health and remind our veterans that seeking support is a sign of strength.
At Help Heal Veterans, we believe creativity can be a powerful part of the healing journey. Through therapeutic craft kits and creative engagement, we provide veterans with opportunities for self-expression, connection, and moments of peace.
To every veteran navigating challenges that others may not see: You are not alone. Your mental health matters. 💙
Together, we're healing the invisible wounds of war through creativity.
#WorldMentalHealthDay #HelpHealVeterans #HealVets #VeteranMentalHealth #HealingThroughCreativity
📍 We’re in Copperas Cove, Texas! ❤️🇺🇸
Our Creativity Engagement Specialist, Tami, from Temple, TX, is at today’s Market with a Mission event, sharing Help Heal Veterans’ therapeutic craft kits with the community!
If you’re in the area, stop by, say hello, and learn how creativity helps veterans heal! 💙
📍 Copperas Cove Civic Center
🕓 Today, October 9 | 4–7 PM
#HelpHealVeterans #MarketWithAMission #CopperasCoveTX #HealingThroughCreativity
🎨 Join Us for a Fun, Hands-On Workshop! 🇺🇸
Calling all veterans and their families! 💙
Help Heal Veterans invites you to our Small Drawstring Pouch Workshop at our headquarters in Winchester, CA!
Come spend the morning stitching and embellishing your very own drawstring pouch while enjoying creativity, connection, and time together!
📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Help Heal Veterans HQ
36585 Penfield Ln., Winchester, CA 92596
🍽️ Lunch will be generously provided by Temecula Valley VFW Auxiliary 4089!
⭐ Space is limited! Reserve your spot today!
📞 Contact Mona: 949-620-6694
📧 libertystation@healvets.org
We hope to see you there! 💙
#helphealveterans #healvets #veteransworkshop #winchesterCA #HealingThroughCreativity #veteransandfamilies
🇺🇸 Coming Together for Our Veterans! 💙
Help Heal Veterans is proud to partner with Lockport American Legion Auxiliary Unit 18 in preparation for Veterans Day!
Heal Vets provided 780 therapeutic craft kits to be included in special care packages that will be distributed to veterans at Hines VA and throughout the local community.
A special thank you to the amazing volunteers who helped put these packages together! Your dedication and support help us continue our mission of healing the invisible wounds of war through creativity. ❤️🤍💙
#helphealveterans #healvets #VeteransDay #HealingThroughCreativity #lockportamericanlegionauxunit18 #chicagoveterans #HinesVA
Help Heal Veterans
Healing the Invisible Wounds of War Through Creativity
💚 World Mental Health Day | October 10 💙
Not all wounds are visible, and every healing journey looks different.
This World Mental Health Day, we recognize the importance of mental health and remind our veterans that seeking support is a sign of strength.
At Help Heal Veterans, we believe creativity can be a powerful part of the healing journey. Through therapeutic craft kits and creative engagement, we provide veterans with opportunities for self-expression, connection, and moments of peace.
To every veteran navigating challenges that others may not see: You are not alone. Your mental health matters. 💙
Together, we're healing the invisible wounds of war through creativity.
#WorldMentalHealthDay #HelpHealVeterans #HealVets #VeteranMentalHealth #HealingThroughCreativity
📍 We’re in Copperas Cove, Texas! ❤️🇺🇸
Our Creativity Engagement Specialist, Tami, from Temple, TX, is at today’s Market with a Mission event, sharing Help Heal Veterans’ therapeutic craft kits with the community!
If you’re in the area, stop by, say hello, and learn how creativity helps veterans heal! 💙
📍 Copperas Cove Civic Center
🕓 Today, October 9 | 4–7 PM
#HelpHealVeterans #MarketWithAMission #CopperasCoveTX #HealingThroughCreativity
🎨 Join Us for a Fun, Hands-On Workshop! 🇺🇸
Calling all veterans and their families! 💙
Help Heal Veterans invites you to our Small Drawstring Pouch Workshop at our headquarters in Winchester, CA!
Come spend the morning stitching and embellishing your very own drawstring pouch while enjoying creativity, connection, and time together!
📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Help Heal Veterans HQ
36585 Penfield Ln., Winchester, CA 92596
🍽️ Lunch will be generously provided by Temecula Valley VFW Auxiliary 4089!
⭐ Space is limited! Reserve your spot today!
📞 Contact Mona: 949-620-6694
📧 libertystation@healvets.org
We hope to see you there! 💙
#helphealveterans #healvets #veteransworkshop #winchesterCA #HealingThroughCreativity #veteransandfamilies
