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September 29

Suicide is a Tough Word to Swallow

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TAPS Blog | I spent many years being angry with him, believing he was selfish, only to realize years later that I was the selfish one. I never experienced his pain. I did not see what he saw. I did not do what he did in order to do what he loved the most — protect and serve his country.

September 28

She Let Go — In Her Time

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TAPS Blog | I felt the wind sweep across my face and a warmness in my soul. I knew it was my Brian telling me it was OK — I could let go, live my life and take care of myself.

September 28

A Life Worth Living

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TAPS Blog | This is not the life I envisioned, once upon a time, but it is a life worth living and worth sharing.

September 24

Saturday Morning Message: Coping with Emotions

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TAPS Blog | This week’s question was about coping with the emotions of grief. Leslie, mother of Eugene, wrote, “How do I cope with the loss of my son? I don't. I have learned to live a new normal without him. I have learned to celebrate the 33 years I had with him. I choose to remember all and laugh and cry.”

Sep 27		Surviving Military Families Suffering Suicide Loss Find Voice with TAPS
		Press Release \| St. Pete Beach, Fla. - Surviving parents, spouses, children, siblings, and others grieving the death of a service member by suicide will gather for the eighth TAPS National Military Suicide Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp from Friday, Sept. 30, through Sunday, Oct. 2. The seminar will focus on helping surviving families as they tell their stories of loss and finding hope. More >
Sep 24		For those with the often solitary task of caring for disabled vets, help is on the way
		News Article : Military Times By: Patricia Kime
Sep 20		TAPS Joins Forces with West Point Runners to Honor Families of America's Fallen Heroes
		Press Release \| Arlington, Va. - The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) is excited to announce their partnership with West Point's U.S. Army Garrison Installation Family & MWR to honor those who have lost loved ones to military service, regardless of circumstance, through physical and social activities. More >
Sep 14		Team Rose provides unique caddy experience to fallen hero's son during BMW Championship
		News Article : PGA TOUR
Sep 13		American Red Cross Launches New Hero Care App
		Press Release \| WASHINGTON - The American Red Cross is unveiling a new Hero Care App to help members of the military, veterans and their families identify and access both emergency and non-emergency Red Cross services from anywhere in the world. More >
Sep 6		TAPS Shares Message of Hope, Help, Healing for National Suicide Prevention Awareness
		Press Release \| ARLINGTON, Va. - September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. For those who have lost a loved one in the military to suicide, this month represents helping others in crisis to save lives in the future. More >

September 30	National Military Suicide Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp
		TAPS Event \| You are warmly invited to join TAPS for a special program of comfort and support for all those grieving the suicide loss of a loved one who served in the Armed Forces. Come honor your hero and share his or her life, memory and service with others who have lost a loved one to suicide.
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October 7	Inner Warrior Ragnar Trail Carolinas
		TAPS Event \| Join TAPS for the Ragnar Trail Carolinas, a challenge that will push you to your limits and strengthen your resolve.
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October 8	Hawaii Women's Empowerment Retreat
		TAPS Event \| You are warmly invited to join TAPS for a special retreat for women dealing with the loss of a loved one who served in the military.
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October 16	Dude Ranch All Populations Retreat
		TAPS Event \| Learn about life on the ranch as you connect with other survivors and overcome obstacles together. This retreat is open to spouses and relationship partners, siblings, parents, and adult children who have lost a loved one who served in the military.
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September 29

Suicide is a Tough Word to Swallow

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TAPS

September 28

She Let Go — In Her Time

Posted by:
TAPS

TAPS Blog | I felt the wind sweep across my face and a warmness in my soul. I knew it was my Brian telling me it was OK — I could let go, live my life and take care of myself.

September 28

A Life Worth Living

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TAPS

TAPS Blog | This is not the life I envisioned, once upon a time, but it is a life worth living and worth sharing.