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Shepherd's
Men to Run, Ruck and Walk for 22 Hours in Washington, D.C. for Injured
VeteransTeam will run, ruck and walk in a loop for 22 hours
from VA HQ to United States Capitol to shine light on the consequences of
inadequate neurological support
NEWS PROVIDED BY
Shepherd's Men
Nov. 8, 2023
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8, 2023 /Christian
Newswire/ -- Shepherd's Men, a vast team of active duty, medically retired
and honorably discharged servicemen and civilian patriots will run, ruck and
walk in a loop for 22 hours on Nov. 8-9, from Jackson Circle—near the VA
headquarters to the Capitol, signifying the 22 veterans who die by suicide every
day.
The goal of Shepherd's Men is to raise awareness and funds for the SHARE
Military Initiative, an Atlanta-based comprehensive program that provides free
clinical care to post-911 veterans suffering from traumatic brain injury and
post-traumatic stress, along with first responders. Shepherd's Men hopes to
bring attention to the ongoing issue of inadequate support for the veteran
community affected by neurological trauma—which too often leads to devastating
consequences for our nation's heroes.
"If the VA is unwilling or ill-equipped to provide the comprehensive care our
injured veterans need, they should partner with agencies and organizations who
are more than willing to do the work," said Travis Ellis, co-founder, Shepherd's
Men. "We must make it a top priority to care for our veterans who return home
with visible and invisible wounds. Our heroes deserve to live meaningful,
gratifying lives with their families after their courageous service to our
country."
The Movement will begin near the VA headquarters on Wednesday, Nov. 8 at 2:22 pm
and culminate at the Capitol at 12:22 pm on Thursday, Nov. 9. Simultaneously, a
reception will be held in the Arlington, VA area on Nov. 8, from 6 pm – 9 pm.
For details and to RSVP, reach out to
miller.lindsay423@gmail.com.
Join Shepherd's Men, active military and veteran community, SHARE graduates,
underserved veterans, defense contractors, politicians and Miles Vining, author
of Walking Dead: A Story of Marine Corps Combat in Afghanistan, among
others at the reception—for an urgent discussion about how to best advocate for
our nation's brave men and women in uniform, and the imperative outcomes that
will ensure the utmost quality of care for our heroes who have suffered
neurological trauma. The program will include Senator Richard Blumenthal
(Connecticut), Congressman Barry Loudermilk (Georgia), and Congressman Rich
McCormick (Georgia), among others.
"The movement and the reception are golden opportunities to advocate for those
who have sacrificed so much for us," said Travis. "It's critically important
that we provide quality care for our veterans who have suffered neurological
trauma—as it impacts all facets of their lives. Our heroes can't live out their
purpose without comprehensive care. We have a duty to uplift our injured
veterans for the sake of their own survival, ability to thrive and the future of
their families."
About Shepherd's Men
Shepherd's Men is comprised of active, medically retired and honorably
discharged servicemen and civilian patriots who are dedicated to creating
advocacy and opportunity for our nation's heroes who have been affected by the
hidden injuries of war. They raise funds and awareness for the SHARE Military
Initiative at Shepherd Center in Atlanta. Since 2014, Shepherd's Men has raised
more than $8 million for SHARE. This comprehensive rehabilitation program
focuses on assessment and treatment for veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan
wars who suffer from traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorders.
For more information, please visit
www.shepherdsmen.com. #SHAREtheburden22
SOURCE Shepherd's Men
CONTACT: Sheryl R. Sellaway, 404-273-5133,
Sheryl@righteouspragency.com