Champ’s Heart has expanded its ministry to include Veterans and First Responders.  There are thousands of Veterans and First Responders in our region who can benefit from the Champ’s Heart Warriors program. Unfortunately, many of them struggle with debilitating challenges like Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Traumatic Brain Injury, anxiety and depression.  

Research has shown horses CAN/DO provide a healing effect for veterans, our real heroes! Unfortunately, veterans are committing suicide at the rate of 22 per day. This is unacceptable, so Champ’s Heart is working diligently to reduce this sad statistic. This population, who was willing to sacrifice everything for our freedom, is now one of our most neglected demographics in our nation.

Bob is one of the veterans Champ’s Heart has had the privilege to serve. Bob served in Iraq and suffers from combat induced PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury. His wounds essentially froze  his nervous system. These conditions were lessened when Bob was in the presence of a horse. There was a magical healing bond between Bob and his equine partner which replaced his anxiety with peace and a sense of calm.