https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories Wounded Warrior Project empowers post 9/11 American veterans, often of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, providing support to warriors wounded in combat and their families. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:04:11 -04:00 https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/how-chronic-pain-affects-veterans-mental-and-physical-health Chronic pain doesn't just hurt. It can be physically and mentally exhausting and affect daily life. For many veterans, pain can make it harder to sleep, stay active, maintain relationships, or enjoy everyday activities. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:29:59 -04:00 https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/how-chronic-pain-affects-veterans-mental-and-physical-health https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/a-legacy-of-service-how-one-family-inspires-support-through-carry-forward RoseMarie Boston participates in a WWP Carry Forward 5K. RoseMarie Boston doesn’t need a special occasion to thank a veteran. She’s the woman who stops service members in airports, shakes their h... Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:11:30 -04:00 https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/a-legacy-of-service-how-one-family-inspires-support-through-carry-forward https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/checking-in-on-mental-health-goes-beyond-how-are-you "How are you?" We say it every day — to a coworker, a friend on the phone, or a spouse walking through the door. Most of the time, it’s simply a greeting. “Asking someone ‘How are you?’ is a polite... Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:28:32 -04:00 https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/checking-in-on-mental-health-goes-beyond-how-are-you https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/more-than-the-uniform-women-warriors-on-military-identity-after-service Table of Contents Carla Best: Redefining Self Until Finding Her Voice Cassandra Johnson: Motherhood Isn't a Detour, It's the Mission Danette Fleishman: Service Didn't End, Purpose Evolved... Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:00:03 -04:00 https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/more-than-the-uniform-women-warriors-on-military-identity-after-service https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/wind-therapy-why-veterans-find-freedom-connection-and-clarity-on-the-open-road Motorcycles and the military have a long history. During World War I, motorcycles became a vital part of military operations. Lightweight and maneuverable, they gave troops faster, more flexible ways ...   Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:27:29 -04:00 https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/wind-therapy-why-veterans-find-freedom-connection-and-clarity-on-the-open-road https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/translating-military-experience-to-the-civilian-world WWP can hekp warriors translate their military skills for civilian employment. The transition from military to civilian life can be daunting. It’s full of change, from everyday routines to profes... Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:18:23 +00:00 https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/translating-military-experience-to-the-civilian-world https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/wounded-warrior-project-is-here-for-loved-ones-too When people think about supporting veterans, they often focus on the veteran. But behind every service member is a network of people who love and care ... Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:14:56 +00:00 https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/wounded-warrior-project-is-here-for-loved-ones-too https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/a-veterans-contribution-to-250-years-of-freedom For 250 years, the courage, resilience, and strength of service members and their families have shaped the country and secured the promise of freedom — past, present, and future. Whether they're... Wed, 24 Jun 2026 20:56:00 -04:00 https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/a-veterans-contribution-to-250-years-of-freedom https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/a-father-and-sons-healing-journey-through-wounded-warrior-project The phone rang late in the night at Bob Seifert’s home in Minnesota. A trauma surgeon at a hospital in Virginia was on the other end of the call. His son Garrett was in an accident. Due to... Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:20:00 -04:00 https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/a-father-and-sons-healing-journey-through-wounded-warrior-project https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/veteran-peer-support-groups-myths-facts-and-how-they-help For many veterans, the idea of joining a peer support group can come with questions. Is it like therapy? Do you have to talk? Is it only for certain kinds of veterans? The short answer: No. Peer... Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:56:00 -04:00 https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/newsroom/featured-stories/veteran-peer-support-groups-myths-facts-and-how-they-help