San Marcos nonprofit grows programs for veterans, families
SAN MARCOS — When stepping into a leadership role at Wounded Warrior Homes, Rick Espitia knew he wanted to make some changes. Espitia became executive director...
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San Marcos combat veteran confronts PTSD stigmas, misconceptions
REGION — Post-traumatic stress disorder is a highly misunderstood illness that approximately 6% of the United States population experiences at least once in their lifetimes....
Veterans nonprofit explores mental health benefits of cannabis, outdoors
VISTA — From midnight raids in central Helmand Province to pre-dawn group hikes to Potato Chip Rock, Army veteran Colin Wells has forged a path...
Oceanside clinical trials offer hope to frustrated patients
San Diego residents suffering from a variety of medical challenges have found hope and healing by participating in local clinical trials....
Oceanside artist W.B. May brings healing, mindfulness to fellow veterans
Oceanside artist and U.S. Navy veteran W.B. May will be the featured artist for the grand opening of the Veterans Art Gallery on Nov. 11...
Play golf to help heal those injured in combat
A limited number of sponsorship and playing opportunities are still available for the 11th annual Operation Game On Golf Classic, which will be held Aug....
Family seeks VA assistance for veteran’s rehab
The family of a veteran who suffered a traumatic brain injury earlier this month, which doctors believe is linked to his service in Iraq and...
Veterans find renewed strength through free yoga program
In 1991, Henderson Nugent was one of more than 900,000 service members sent to the Persian Gulf to fight Iraqi forces who had invaded Kuwait....
Oceanside veteran takes on 516 mile Ride 2 Recovery
If you want to be inspired keep reading. Marine veteran Jamie Rihn is taking on the UnitedHealthcare California Ride 2 Recovery from Palo Alto to...
Yoga class offers relief from PTSD, depression
ENCINITAS — You think yoga isn’t for you? Zack Carpenter will tell you to think again. North County might be a mecca for yogis, but...