Causes: Military & Veterans Organizations, Veterans
Mission: Providing emotional and physical recovery, in the wilderness, year round. A safe natural and peaceful setting to help reconnect the mind and body, through education, service animals and building self-efficacy.
Results: Since 2016 the holistic modalities introduced to veterans attending Camp Brown Bear has had a positive effect on their lives.
Target demographics: Veterans and First Responders
Direct beneficiaries per year: Many veterans suffering from pts, introduced them to holistic ways to help their symptoms.
Geographic areas served: North Central Kentucky
Programs: Wilderness immersion, canoeing, kayaking, equine therapy, acupuncture, yoga, meditation, journaling, music therapy, art therapy, team building exercises and Thai Chi.