Contributions for 2019
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Would you share a special item of your loved one that will help us get to know that person better?
12/28/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019dec-smm-quilts.jpg)
Do you have a special quilt or blanket that makes you think of your fallen hero?
12/21/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019dec-woods1.jpg)
TAPS is a national nonprofit offering services and support to those grieving the loss of a loved one who died during, or as a result of, their military service.
12/20/2019 - John Wood![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019dec-pm1.jpg)
Peer Mentors often find that providing companionship to others contributes to their own growth and healing.
12/19/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019dec-exp1.jpg)
On TAPS Expeditions, we explore the wilderness of our earth and of our grief; setting us on a path to find the answers.
12/19/2019 - Rachel Hunsell![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019dec-cg2.jpg)
Volunteer Peer Mentors and mental health professionals facilitated over 560 TAPS Care Groups in 2019, up from 280 groups the previous year.
12/19/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019dec-oc1.jpg)
Carol Lane created the Saturday Morning Message as a way to lift spirits and to provide an outlet for sharing about loved ones lost.
12/19/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019dec-suicide1.jpg)
The Suicide Postvention Model informs all TAPS suicide programming and has been implemented in programs across the country and internationally.
12/19/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-4-anniversay.jpg)
TAPS is a love story. For 25 years, wherever there is grief and hearts that need to be comforted, the TAPS family has offered love and compassion.
12/18/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-4-ukraine.jpg)
TAPS International is a global family of all those grieving the death of a military loved one who have died in the defense of freedom.
12/15/2019 - Mitty Mirrer![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019dec-smm-comfort.jpg)
What words of comfort would you like to receive from someone who might not know what you need?
12/14/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-4-ripples.jpg)
Secondary losses can feel especially painful during the holiday season, as survivors face an empty chair at the table or changes in a cherished annual ritual.
12/13/2019 - Kenneth Doka![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-4-neibergers.jpg)
If we are gentle with each other and supportive of what we all need, it makes going through grief at the holidays a little easier.
12/12/2019 - Ami Neiberger-Miller![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-volunteer-clynton.jpg)
TAPS volunteer shares the blessings of being a military mentor; forming bonds with surviving kids and fellow military mentors that will last forever.
12/7/2019 - Clynton Trewyn![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019dec-smm-ornament.jpg)
If you were going to create an ornament showing something important about your loved one, what would it be?
12/7/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019dec-afghanhope.jpg)
The Lapis Lazili Hope bracelets are made by hand in Kabul, with Lapis Lazili gemstones mined in Afghanistan and shipped to the United States.
12/6/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-4-sports1.jpg)
team4taps sports experiences build unique bridges between the families of the fallen and those loved ones they’ve lost.
11/30/2019 - August Cabrera - Angela Cabrera![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2018/2018nov-smm-thanksgiving.jpg)
What was your loved one's favorite food for the Thanksgiving holiday?
11/30/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-gratitude.jpg)
Surviving spouse learns that even in the darkest of times, there is always something to be grateful for.
11/28/2019 - Amber Hockman![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-4-firsts.jpg)
TAPS survivors who know first-hand what it’s like share ideas for managing the holidays in the midst of acute grief.
11/27/2019 - Stephanie Frogge![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-photos-togethers.jpg)
Event Photos: 2019 TAPS Togethers
11/26/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-communityofsupport2.jpg)
Surviving mother shares how TAPS has put her on a healing journey through the creation of a community of support and compassion.
11/25/2019 - Marilyn Mosley Gordanier![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-photos-northeast.jpg)
Event Photos, Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship in New Brunswick, New Jersey.
11/25/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-photos-falcons.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Atlanta Falcons Salute to Service Weekend in Atlanta, Georgia.
11/25/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-gratitude1.jpg)
A grateful and hopeful spirit has helped surviving spouse and mom Maggie Bainbridge through the darkest times.
11/24/2019 - Kathy Bold![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-photos-patriots.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the New England Patriots Salute to Service Weekend in Foxborough, Massachusetts .
11/24/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-smm-gifts.jpg)
What is a gift that your loved one left for you that you now pass along to others?
11/23/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-photos-blueridge.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS surviving women create a plan for healing and growth in Boone, North Carolina.
11/22/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019winter.jpg)
Volume 25, Issue 4
11/21/2019 - TAPS Quarterly Magazine![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-4-childgrief.jpg)
Author and yoga therapist Heather Stang shares useful tips to help grieving children during the holidays and throughout the year.
11/21/2019 - Heather Stang![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-video-secondaryloss.jpg)
This video recording of the webinar offers coping strategies for families as they face an empty seat at a cherished holiday ritual.
11/20/2019 - Kenneth Doka![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-photos-nbastore.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the NBA Store Activation in Charlotte, North Carolina.
11/19/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-survivorday.jpg)
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is on Saturday, November 23, 2019 and is intended to be a day of healing throughout the world.
11/18/2019 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-photos-lions.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Detroit Lions Salute to Service Weekend in Detroit, Michigan.
11/17/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-photos-rams.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Los Angeles Rams Salute to Service Weekend in Los Angeles, California.
11/17/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2018/2018oct-smm-selfcare.jpg)
What is something you and your loved one enjoyed doing together that you still do now?
11/16/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/events/2019/2019nov-photos-texans.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Houston Texans Salute to Service Cookout and Concert in Houston, Texas.
11/15/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-video-rebuildingfaith.jpg)
This video recording of the webinar is about what happens when we suffer a loss that contains enough power to throw our worldview into turmoil.
11/12/2019 - Kevin Quiles![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-photos-49ers.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the San Francisco 49ers Salute to Service Weekend in San Francisco, California.
11/11/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-3-seekingsupport.jpg)
How do you mark holidays or your loved one's special days?
11/9/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-photos-grizzlies.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Memphis Grizzlies Hoops for Troops in Memphis, Tennessee.
11/9/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/events/2019/2019nov-photos-jets.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the New York Jets Football game in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
11/8/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-photos-nets.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Brooklyn Nets Hoops for Troops Practice in Brooklyn, New York.
11/6/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-photos-cavaliers.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Cleveland Cavaliers Hoops for Troops in Cleveland, Ohio.
11/5/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019nov-photos-chargers.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Los Angeles Chargers Salute to Service Weekend in Los Angeles, California
11/3/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2014/20-1-boxes.jpg)
Get ideas about keeping, giving and storing your loved one’s possessions.
11/2/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019oct-photos-worldseriesparade.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the World Series parade in Washington, D.C.
11/2/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019oct-photos-sedona.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS surviving women create a plan for healing and growth in Sedona, Arizona.
11/1/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019oct-nats1.jpg)
For one survivor, the Nationals' unlikely road to win the World Series — the ups and downs, twists and turns — is a metaphor for her grief journey.
10/31/2019 - Soo Kim![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019oct-video-hopehealing.jpg)
This video recording of the webinar is to help bereavement professionals and clinicians with an evidence-based approach to healing psychological trauma.
10/29/2019 - James Gordon![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019oct-photos-mcm.jpg)
Event Photos, Team TAPS participate in the Marine Corps Marathon
10/27/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019oct-photos-womensoccer.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the National Womens Soccer League Championship in Cary, North Carolina.
10/27/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2014/20-2-griefhealth.jpg)
When you are in pain — physical or emotional — what is the kindest thing you can do for yourself?
10/26/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019oct-photos-worldseries.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the World Series, Game 3 in Washington, D.C.
10/25/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019oct-photos-horseshow.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Washington International Horse Show in Washington, D.C.
10/25/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019oct-arianna.jpg)
Eight-year-old survivor Arianna Bryant loves horses. She reviews a book about our favorite horse, Klinger.
10/23/2019 - Arianna Bryant![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-3-seekingsupport.jpg)
The five natural instincts for support and companionship demonstrated by wild geese may help us find ways to support each other in times of grief.
10/21/2019 - Alan Wolfelt![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019oct-photos-charleston.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS surviving women create a plan for healing and growth in Charleston, South Carolina.
10/20/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019oct-smm-dreams.jpg)
This week, survivors shared their dreams and about their continued understanding of the connection with their loved ones through dreams.
10/19/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019oct-anniversary.jpg)
Today, TAPS celebrates 25 years of providing comfort and care to all those grieving the death of a military loved one.
10/17/2019 - Victoria Leoni![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-3-capitolhill1.jpg)
TAPS College Experience is a college preparatory retreat for surviving high school students who get to meet with experts in higher education.
10/15/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-3-chain2.jpg)
We come together as a family of survivors to honor our fallen, to grieve our dead.This journey does not ever have to be yours alone.
10/14/2019 - Emily Munoz![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019oct-photos-nmsss.jpg)
Event Photos, Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship in Phoenix, Arizona
10/14/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-3-weaver3.jpg)
Country Music Artist on sharing music, a message, and finding an open forum to heal.
10/13/2019 - Ryan Weaver![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019oct-photos-atm.jpg)
Event Photos, Team TAPS participate in the Army Ten Miler
10/13/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019oct-photos-joshuatree.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS survivors hike Joshua Tree National Park in Palm Springs, California.
10/13/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-3-boeingjasonpak.jpg)
Jason helps guide Boeing’s philanthropy, charitable partnerships, sponsorships and employee volunteer program to improve military community lives.
10/12/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-video-meditation.jpg)
Webinars from the TAPS Institute for Hope and Healing are one of our many gifts to survivors and can be really helpful while dealing with grief.
10/12/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019oct-ccc.jpg)
The Colorado Springs Songwriters Classic once again will help us to continue supporting families of the fallen and honor our loved ones.
10/10/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-3-mindbody.jpg)
Licensed massage therapist shares how massage therapy can be a catalyst in the healing journey.
10/9/2019 - Diane Ryan![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-3-men.jpg)
TAPS Manager of TAPS Men's Program shares about three healing days of of adventure and camaraderie at Yosemite National Park.
10/8/2019 - Gabriel Rao![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-3-baseball.jpg)
A surviving spouse shares how the teams4taps program helped her family feel that it was OK to be excited and happy again.
10/6/2019 - Soo Kim![img-description](/globalassets/international/our-stories/2019/2019oct-photos-uk.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS remembers our fallen heroes together with our United Kingdom families who have lost a military loved one.
10/6/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-3-teams4taps-wise.jpg)
Through the teams4taps program, survivors of all ages are able to find renewed hope in a community where they do not feel alone in their grief.
10/5/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-video-circle.jpg)
Supporting families who have experienced the loss of a loved one can be very important. Survivors share meaningful gifts received in their grief.
10/5/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-3-kodanaz-findingpeace.jpg)
This books addresses the emotional difficulties involved in deciding what to do with a loved one's possessions as well as help you decide when to do it.
10/4/2019 - Amy Tucci![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019fall.jpg)
Volume 25, Issue 3
9/30/2019 - TAPS Quarterly Magazine![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-ss-lipstein.jpg)
Read how a surviving father found ways to honor his son's life while not allowing his death to define the rest of his and his family's life.
9/29/2019 - Don Lipstein![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-photos-nationalsdc.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Washington Nationals Guidehouse Baseball Game in Washington, D.C.
9/29/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-smm-moments.jpg)
Sharing special times with those we love can leave a lasting memory. Survivors share those memories in this week's message.
9/28/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-photos-ccc.jpg)
Event Photos: Fundraiser with world-class entertainment by Nashville Songwriters Andy Griggs, Frank Myers, Brett Jones, and Jimmy Nichols.
9/28/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-video-wholeness.jpg)
This video recording of the webinar discusses safe, practical ways for all of us to explore, grow through, and move beyond the trauma.
9/24/2019 - James Gordon![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-ss-carron.jpg)
Read how a surviving spouse tried to understand how God could allow the death of her husband and how she found her purpose and her new future.
9/22/2019 - Susan Carron-Demoreta![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-smm-favoritemoments.jpg)
Sharing special times with those we love can leave a lasting memory. Survivors choose to attend various TAPS events for that reason.
9/21/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-photos-texasam.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS families attend a Texas AM University Experience in College Station, Texas
9/21/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-thetransformation.jpg)
Dr. James Gordon’s new book is about natural, evidence-based techniques to re-energize our bodies and help cope with grief and trauma.
9/19/2019 - Lalaine Estella![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-haycocks-inhofe.jpg)
TAPS Deputy Director of Policy and Legislation explains what the widow's tax is and the importance of passing legislation to fix the issue.
9/16/2019 - Ashlynne Haycock-Lohmann![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-ss-jones.jpg)
Read how one survivor learned coping techniques to help prepare and deal with those 'ambush moments' when she was overcome by memories of her son.
9/15/2019 - Terri Jones![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-photos-southeast.jpg)
Event Photos, Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship in Jacksonville, Florida.
9/15/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-photos-montana.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS surviving men honor their loved ones and connect with other men who understand in West Yellowstone, Montana.
9/15/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-smm-volunteer.jpg)
What volunteer work have you done that has helped on your grief journey and how was it helpful to you?
9/14/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-photos-northcarolina.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS families attend a North Carolina Courage game in Cary North Carolina.
9/14/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-photos-parsons.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS supporters join together in supporting the families of our fallen military members.
9/12/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-ss-keeling.jpg)
Read out how one survivor learned to stand up for herself and find the path that lead to her own personal healing journey.
9/8/2019 - Jennifer Keeling![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-photos-westvirginia.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS surviving women explored both internal landscapes and the great outdoors in Lansing, West Virginia.
9/8/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-smm-holidayideas.jpg)
What words of encouragement would you offer to someone approaching their first holiday season without their loved one?
9/7/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-photos-michigan.jpg)
Event Photos: Lancour family attend the Army vs. Michigan game in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
9/7/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/events/main/Online-youngadult1.jpg)
Event Photos: Young Adults engaged in 6 days and 5 nights of growth, healing, peer mentorship and professional guidance.
9/7/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-lifeafterloss.jpg)
ABC News correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton shares the story of how Kim Ruocco, experienced post-traumatic growth after the death of her husband.
9/6/2019 - Jennifer Ashton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-faithfocus.jpg)
Dr. Shauna Springer and Dr. Melinda Moore share their thoughts on the important role faith leaders play in the spiritual journey to healing after a loss by suicide.
9/6/2019 - Shauna Springer - Melinda Moore![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-photos-nationals.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Washington Nationals Salute to Service Baseball Game in Washington, D.C.
9/3/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019sep-ss-langhorst.jpg)
Read how one survivor found a whole new life and way to leave a small mark on the world in her sister's memory.
9/1/2019 - Nicole Langhorst![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-smm-pet-sox.jpg)
Pets can be comforting. How does your pet help on your grief journey?
8/31/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-photos-redskins.jpg)
Event Photos: Way family attend the Washington Redskins Honors for Jordon Way .
8/29/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-griefreturns.jpg)
What will I do when the kids leave home and the daily demands of parenting slow down? Surviving parent shares how to cope with what is next.
8/25/2019 - Sarah Greene![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-2-sleep.jpg)
What helps you sleep when you find yourself restless at night?
8/24/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-photos-machupicchu.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS survivors trek ancient trails in the Andes Mountains of Peru.
8/24/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-photos-cardinals.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game with Matt Wieters .
8/24/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-photos-cruise.jpg)
Event Photos: Military survivors set sail together in fellowship on a cruise to Cape Liberty, New Jersey to Halifax, and Nova Scotia.
8/23/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-smm-creative.jpg)
Creativity helps with our healing and honors our loved ones. What do you do to express yourself creatively?
8/17/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-photos-usab-anaheim.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the USA Basketball Game in Anaheim, California
8/16/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-photos-usab-losangeles.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the USA Basketball Practice in Los Angeles, California
8/15/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-video-circle.jpg)
This video recording of the webinar discusses how to help you get the most out of relationships that can comfort and uplift you during your grief journey.
8/13/2019 - Denise Rollins![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-photos-northerntrust.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the The Northern Trust with the PGA and CBS Sports in Jersey City, New Jersey
8/11/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2018/2018oct-smm-selfcare.jpg)
Is there a place you and your loved one went that is special just for the two of you?
8/10/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-photos-usab-lasvegas.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the USA Basketball Practice and Game in Las Vegas, Nevada
8/9/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-socialresponsibility.jpg)
PAE Chief Executive Officer John Heller and TAPS President and Founder Bonnie Carroll share the value gained in serving military connected communities.
8/7/2019 - John Heller - Bonnie Carroll![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-empower.jpg)
TAPS understands the ripple effects of loss — how grief weaves itself into every part of what we know and who we are.
8/6/2019 - Emily Munoz - Erin Jacobson![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-photos-ohio.jpg)
Event Photos, Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship in Cleveland, Ohio.
8/4/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-photos-orioles.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Baltimore Orioles Sunday Suite Program in Baltimore, Maryland.
8/4/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-photos-falcons.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Atlanta Falcons Military Appreciation Training Camp in Atlanta, Georgia
8/4/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-2-postvention.jpg)
TAPS helps survivors find a stable, healthy path to healing, allowing them to establish a new life after loss—a concept referred to as posttraumatic growth.
8/3/2019 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-smm-honor.jpg)
What are you doing to honor your loved one’s service while learning to live a life without his/her physical presence?
8/3/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-photos-united.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Atlanta United Military Appreciation Game in Atlanta, Georiga.
8/3/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-2-sleep.jpg)
Your sleep is important to your healing, not only physically but emotionally too. Learn 7 tips to cope with insomnia after loss.
8/2/2019 - Heather Stang![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-photos-patriots.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the New England Patriots Training Camp in Foxborough, Massachusetts
8/2/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-2-illness.jpg)
TAPS is leading the way in curating a library of legislation, medical studies, media and research relevant to the issue of toxic exposure in the military.
8/1/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-2-peermentor.jpg)
Being heard, understood, and having a sense of community is at the heart of TAPS and is the mission focus of the TAPS Peer Mentor program.
7/31/2019 - Claire Hunter![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jul-photos-lions.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Detroit Lions Training Camp in Dearborn, Michigan
7/31/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-2-youngadult1.jpg)
TAPS curriculum for young adults helps develop practical life skills and strives to help each survivor create a well-rounded life full of hope, healing and growth.
7/30/2019 - Renee Monczynski![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-2-niche.jpg)
Participating in the Marine Corps Marathon with Team TAPS is one way this widow helps keep her husband's memory alive.
7/29/2019 - Emily Dieruf Chambers![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jul-photos-sanjuan.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS military survivors enjoy tranquil beaches, catch glimpses of marine animals and birds while kayaking Washington's Coast.
7/29/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-2-blues.jpg)
The date is engraved on my heart. It seems so wrong; anniversaries should be for celebrating a joyous occasion, not for acknowledging a death.
7/28/2019 - Betsy Beard![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jul-photos-spacecamp.jpg)
Event Photos: Surviving military children ages 11 to 14 participated in the Pathfinder Program at U.S. Space and Rocket Center.
7/28/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jul-smm-winnonagarden.jpg)
What do you do to uplift your spirits when you find yourself feeling gloomy?
7/27/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jul-photos-pocono.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS surviving women create a plan for healing and growth in Pinebrook Retreat Center.
7/27/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jul-photos-nationals.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Washington Nationals Salute to Service Baseball Game in Washington, D.C.
7/27/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-2-arlington.jpg)
To heal in grief is to become whole again, to integrate your grief into yourself and to learn to continue your changed life with fullness and meaning.
7/26/2019 - Alan Wolfelt![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019aug-photos-collegeexperience.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS surviving children meet with experts in the areas of higher education in Washington D.C.
7/26/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jul-photos-lions2.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Detroit Lions Inspiring Change Partner Training Camp in Dearborn, Michigan.
7/26/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019summer.jpg)
Volume 25, Issue 2
7/25/2019 - TAPS Quarterly Magazine![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jul-denali.jpg)
Veteran overcomes eight days of brutal winds, near-zero visibility and frigid temperatures over potentially lethal terrain to raise $10,600 for TAPS.
7/22/2019 - Kerry McGinley![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jul-photos-lasvegas.jpg)
Event Photos: Robert Irvine Foundation partners with TAPS to give TAPS survivors a VIP experience in the City of Lights.
7/21/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jul-smm-objects.jpg)
Do you have a personal object that really speaks to your heart?
7/20/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jul-photos-western.jpg)
Event Photos, Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship in City of Industry, California.
7/14/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jul-smm-objects0.jpg)
Do you have a personal object that really speaks to your heart?
7/13/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jul-photos-seattle.jpg)
Event Photos: Young Adults engaged in 6 days and 5 nights of growth, healing, peer mentorship and professional guidance.
7/12/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019june-ccc.jpg)
Nashville songwriters Danny Wells, Billy Montana, Keni Thomas and Jimmy Nichols entertained TAPS supporters at a benefit for TAPS on June 15.
7/11/2019 - Christine Burtt![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jul-video-dreams.jpg)
This video recording of the webinar discusses the common questions people have related to dreams after loss and how they apply to one's grief.
7/9/2019 - Joshua Black![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jul-photos-allstar.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Major League Baseball All-Star Clinic with TAPS Kids.
7/8/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jul-smm-summer.jpg)
What is your favorite summer memory or vacation with your loved one?
7/6/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jul-photos-socali.jpg)
Event Photos: Surviving military children ages 6 to 17 build resiliency and companionship in Julian, California.
7/1/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-smm-4thjul.jpg)
What would you like to do for the 4th of July this year?
6/29/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-hilton.jpg)
A grieving spouse shares how her trip to Ireland helped transform her from a widow caring for her family back to a woman with plans and dreams again.
6/23/2019 - Carole Hilton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2013/19-3-reaching.jpg)
What are your gifts and how can you share them to ease someone’s pain?
6/22/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-photos-royals.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS families attended the Kansas City Royals baseball game
6/22/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-photos-northcarolina.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS surviving women create a plan for healing and growth in Boone, North Carolina.
6/21/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-photos-nbadraft.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Military Survivors attended NBA Draft in Brooklyn, New York
6/20/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-photos-nationals.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Family attended Washington Nationals Salute to Service baseball game in Washington D.C.
6/19/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-photos-baltimore.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS surviving teens go on a sea kayaking adventure and build lasting relationships with their peers.
6/16/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-photos-yosemite.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS surviving men honor their loved ones and connect with other men who understand in Yosemite Valley, California.
6/16/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-smm-coast.jpg)
Have you had difficulty going to a funeral or memorial service since the death of your loved one?
6/15/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-suiciderally.jpg)
TAPS survivors, staff, and volunteers joined a rally at the U.S. Capitol this week focused on suicide prevention.
6/14/2019 - Matt Mabe![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-video-work.jpg)
This video recording of the webinar tools and techniques to help the newly bereaved with their transition back to the workplace.
6/11/2019 - Rachel Kodanaz![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-photos-bears.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended Chicago Bears Practice.
6/11/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-photos-capitol.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS survivors, staff, and volunteers joined a rally at the U.S. Capitol this week focused on suicide prevention on the Steps of Capitol Hill.
6/11/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-photos-sanantonio.jpg)
Event Photos: Young Adults engaged in 6 days and 5 nights of growth, healing, peer mentorship and professional guidance.
6/9/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-1-blooms.jpg)
Have you had difficulty going to a funeral or memorial service since the death of your loved one?
6/8/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-yoga.jpg)
Surviving widow and yoga enthusiast Rayanne Hunter shares how yoga gave her that extra boost of strength to get through everything.
6/7/2019 - Rayanne Hunter![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-hake-dday.jpg)
Spirit of America shares with TAPS in awe of the courage, sacrifice and service of those who stormed the beaches of Normandy 75 years ago.
6/6/2019 - Jim Hake![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-smm-tide.jpg)
What do you keep around that reminds you of your loved one?
6/1/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-photos-cyclingclassic.jpg)
Event Photos: Team TAPS participate in a race weekend of fun for the whole family, including Kids races, and a cycling expo.
6/1/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019may-photos-lions.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS families attended the Detroit Lions Football Practice in Allen Park, Michigan
5/28/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019may-hill1.jpg)
For one surviving widow and her two boys, this day is now etched into their minds and brings with it sorrow and tears, but also pride in remembrance.
5/27/2019 - Rachael Hill![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019may-photos-astros.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS families attended the Houston Astros baseball game in Houston on Memorial Day
5/27/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019may-video-thinkingofyou.jpg)
Share in the love sent to our TAPS Families this Memorial Day weekend.
5/26/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2008/1-2-flagrose.jpg)
Today we look we share responses from the TAPS archives about how survivors honor those who gave their lives in military service to our country.
5/25/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019may-lucey.jpg)
Director of TAPS Survivor Services shares how she met her future husband at the National Military Survivor Seminar.
5/25/2019 - Deb Lucey![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019may-carrolldempsey.jpg)
Bonnie Carroll and General Martin Dempsey share about the 25th Annual National Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp in Arlington, Virginia.
5/25/2019 - WTOP Radio![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019may-photos-national.jpg)
Event Photos, May 23-27, 2019
5/23/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019may-widowtax.jpg)
TAPS is among military family advocates and veteran organizations to advocate for Congressional support to end the "widows’ tax,".
5/21/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019may-smm-seminar.jpg)
What TAPS seminar or retreat have you attended and what did you like best about it?
5/18/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019may-vhp-vela.jpg)
The Veterans History Project invites survivors to share their loved one’s story and preserve their legacy.
5/18/2019 - Kerry Ward![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019may-empowerment.jpg)
A surviving military mother working through her grief shares 8 lessons learned while attending the women's empowerment retreat in Sedona, Arizona.
5/12/2019 - Belinda Barron![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2014/2014feb-songsheart.jpg)
What is a time or place that you feel close to your loved one?
5/11/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019may-photos-trucks.jpg)
Event Photos: Actress Toni Trucks visits TAPS Headquarters
5/10/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019may-cyclingclassic.jpg)
Cyclists, register today for the June 1 Challenge Ride as a member of Team TAPS. You will receive a limited edition Team TAPS jersey.
5/8/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2017/23-2-rain.jpg)
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the number or scope of rituals honoring your loved one?
5/4/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019may-educationpackage-2021nmss.jpg)
Incoming college freshmen, apply by June 14 to receive fun and useful items to help get you started at college while honoring your loved one.
5/4/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019may-lifeaftersuicide-bookcover.jpg)
Hosted by ABC News correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton, the podcast is a road map to survival, offering inspiring insight on how to regain balance and get back to life.
5/3/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-1-solitude.jpg)
Acknowledging and embracing these necessary contradictions is part of our work of mourning. It’s a question of balance and back-and-forth.
5/2/2019 - Alan Wolfelt![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-men-grief.jpg)
Like the airline safety briefings, you have to take care of yourself - put on your oxygen mask first - in order to be a solid source of support to another.
5/2/2019 - Don Lipstein![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-1-football.jpg)
teams4taps offers opportunities, such as the NFL Pro Bowl, to create new memories while honoring your loved one.
5/2/2019 - Christina Romero![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-1-group.jpg)
The Group attests to the healing potential of shared grief. The fathers each benefited by sharing their stories and hearing those of their peers.
5/2/2019 - Michael Brezenski![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/25-1-blooms.jpg)
Grief can leave us twisted, out-of-sorts and uprooted. In the early days, we struggle to survive, so we certainly can’t comprehend 'blooming' ever again.
5/2/2019 - Ellen Andrews![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019may-tapspsa.jpg)
Families never forget and neither do we. Show our military families that they are not alone.
5/1/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-sesamest.jpg)
Sesame Street celebrates 50 years of providing quality educational programming and resources to help children grow smarter, stronger and kinder.
4/28/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2015/21-3-readingbook.jpg)
Do you have a book you would like to share that has helped you in your grief?
4/27/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019spring.jpg)
Volume 25, Issue 1
4/26/2019 - TAPS Quarterly Magazine![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-photos-nfldraft.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Military Survivors attended NFL Draft in Nashville, Tennessee
4/26/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-video-doublewhammy.jpg)
This video recording of the webinar covers the unique grieving and parenting challenges that face widowed mothers and fathers.
4/25/2019 - Justin Yopp - Tina Barrett![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-houstonmen.jpg)
The Men's Retreat program incorporates physical and emotional movement, time for conversation and reflection, and unique travel experiences.
4/24/2019 - Gabriel Rao![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-photos-houston.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS surviving men honor their loved ones and connect with other men who understand in Houston, Texas.
4/24/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-photos-arizona.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS surviving women create a plan for healing and growth in Sedona, Arizona.
4/22/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-youngadult.jpg)
TAPS Young Adult program goals are to set up our young adult survivors for success in every aspect of life—career, work-life balance and service.
4/21/2019 - Lalaine Estella![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2017/2017dec-landoffree.jpg)
What are you doing to honor your loved one?
4/20/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-adec.jpg)
TAPS staff attended the annual conference of the Association for Death Education and Counseling in Atlanta to hear from experts in the field of Thanatology.
4/20/2019 - Karissa Kelley![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-legacy-gma.jpg)
A group of young adult military survivors attended an educational tour of New York City to explore career and cultural opportunities .
4/18/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-doka.jpg)
TAPS Advisory Board members received awards and recognition at the Association for Death Education and Counseling at their conference on April 12.
4/14/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-photos-charlotte.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS surviving siblings come together in a challenging adventure in Charlotte, North Carolina.
4/14/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-photos-nyc.jpg)
Event Photos: Graduates of TAPS Youth Programs traveled to New York City for a four-day intensive professional development program.
4/14/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2016/2016may-secret.jpg)
Has a loved one come to you in a dream? How did it make you feel? What was remarkable about it?
4/13/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-video-southernregional.jpg)
Bereaved military families gathered at TAPS Southern Regional Seminar and Good Grief Camp March 15-17 at Fort Hood.
4/12/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-pillar4.jpg)
With evidence-based information, organizations can help trauma survivors to establish a healthy grief journey.
4/11/2019 - Shauna Springer![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-lions.jpg)
The Detroit Lions are offering educational scholarships to Michigan children who have suffered the loss of a parent or sibling who served in the military.
4/11/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-pillar3.jpg)
In part 4 of this 5 part series, we recognize post-traumatic growth is a product of comprehensive, responsive, ongoing support.
4/10/2019 - Shauna Springer![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-pillar2.jpg)
In part 3 of this 5 part series, we will look at how support must be comprehensive in order to be effective for preventing suicide.
4/9/2019 - Shauna Springer![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-pillar1.jpg)
How the members of a family or community come together in response to a death by suicide is critical for long-term recovery, healing and health.
4/8/2019 - Shauna Springer![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-pillar.jpg)
Over the next four days, TAPS will share a 4 part plan to support survivors through trauma to a place where hope, healing and, eventually, growth can take place.
4/7/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2012/18-3-alseep.jpg)
Have your sleep patterns changed since your loss, and what strategies do you find helpful on sleepless nights?
4/6/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-withoutme.jpg)
Storytelling can be a healing form of expression around one’s grief. A small group of veterans created a powerful film that tells a story around a suicide loss.
4/2/2019 - Matt Mabe![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019apr-photos-nets.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Brooklyn Nets Ref Game in Brooklyn, New York
4/1/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-photos-mountain.jpg)
Event Photos, Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
3/31/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-photos-carolina.jpg)
TAPS military survivors paddle South Carolina’s unique ecosystems along the Barrier Islands in South Carolina.
3/31/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2017/2017sept-meditation.jpg)
What self-care strategies have you found beneficial?
3/30/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-pinata.jpg)
Single parent, veteran and survivor shares what she’s learned with those who are navigating the often emotional transition from childhood to adulthood.
3/30/2019 - Lalaine Estella![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-video-widowed.jpg)
This video recording presents the latest research and clinical efforts aimed at supporting parents who face unique and specific bereavement challenges.
3/28/2019 - Justin Yopp - Chantel Dooley![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-volunteer.jpg)
The need for volunteers at TAPS is increasing as the number of survivors seeking comfort and care increases, and programming grows to support them
3/24/2019 - Lalaine Estella![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2016/22-3-attendingfuneral.jpg)
How has a sudden change in your journey impacted the progress you have made with your healing?
3/23/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-run.jpg)
This spring, we’re excited to start training for the fall race season as we continue to make every mile memory in honor of our loved ones.
3/22/2019 - Lalaine Estella![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-photo-spurs.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended Military Appreciation Night in San Antonio, Texas.
3/20/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-photos-southern.jpg)
Event Photos, Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship at Fort Hood, Texas.
3/17/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-smm-sharingyourgrief.jpg)
Have you ever felt as though you had to put your own grief aside in order to conform to others' expectations of you at an event honoring your loved one?
3/16/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-photos-magic.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Orlando Magic Basketball Game in Orlando, Florida on March 14, 2019.
3/14/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-photos-kilimanjaro.jpg)
Event Photos: Adult Survivors participate in rigorous adventure climb at Mount Kilimanjaro.
3/12/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-smm-memories.jpg)
Describe one thing that will tell us about your loved one. It can be a serious or a funny detail.
3/9/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-photos-uky.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Family attended University of Kentucky basketball game in Lexington, Kentucky.
3/9/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-shebelievescup.jpg)
TAPS families and Military Mentors attended and participated in special events at three tournament locations, in Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Florida.
3/8/2019 - Alex Meyers![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-photo-gala.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS supporters join together in supporting the families of our fallen military members.
3/6/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-video-wearetaps.jpg)
This TAPS video premiered at the 2019 TAPS Honor Guard Gala honoring 25 years of caring for the families of America's fallen heroes.
3/6/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-photo-galaluncheon.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS luncheon held at the Army Navy Club in Washington, D.C.
3/6/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-video-galahighlights.jpg)
Highlight Video of the 2019 TAPS Honor Guard Gala, held on March 6 at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.
3/6/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-shebelieves.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the SheBelieves Cup in Tennessee, Pennsylvania, and Florida
3/5/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-penn.jpg)
TAPS proudly recognizes Kevin Penn as the TAPS Military Mentor of the Year for his outstanding work on behalf of surviving children of fallen service members.
3/3/2019 - Lalaine Estella![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-smm-difference.jpg)
How is your life different because you have been able to connect with others through TAPS?
3/2/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019mar-fbf-bae.jpg)
Last May, employees of BAE Systems packed 550 Hugs To Go bags for surviving children attending the National Good Grief Camp in Washington, D.C.
3/1/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-breathe.jpg)
A growing body of research is showing that controlled breathing has been shown to reduce stress and improve overall physical and mental health.
2/27/2019 - Lalaine Estella![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-jarecki.jpg)
John Jarecki hosts a Military Mentor event in Alexandria, Virginia, to help recruit other mentors and to raise funds for TAPS on February 26.
2/25/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-bethere1.jpg)
When suicide is addressed in films, we wonder, “why this happened”. Awareness about risk factors and warning signs help us recognize someone struggling.
2/24/2019 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-smm-tips.jpg)
What is something you use as a tool to help you when grief gets tough?
2/23/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-pansini.jpg)
TAPS will present the Senator Ted Stevens Leadership Award to surviving sibling Angel Pansini at our 25th Anniversary TAPS Honor Guard Gala on March 6.
2/23/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-bracelets.jpg)
Gift bags given to nominees at this Sunday’s Academy Awards in Los Angeles will include a special bracelet that comes from Afghanistan with a message of hope.
2/22/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-fbf-stevens.jpg)
For Flashback Friday, we re-publish a letter the late Sen. Ted Stevens wrote in gratitude for staff and sponsors work supporting surviving military families.
2/22/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-photos-chisholm.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS fundraiser held in Jupiter, Florida by hosts Tom and Sharon Chisholm
2/21/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-suicide-conference.jpg)
Suicide survivors, learn new new ways to navigate your grief journey at the Healing After Suicide Loss Conference in Denver, Colorado on April 27.
2/20/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/events/2019/2019feb-aloharun.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS survivors walk 8.1 miles together at the Great Aloha Run.
2/18/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-kindness.jpg)
Increase your happiness by going out of your way to do something kind and unexpected for someone else.
2/17/2019 - Lalaine Estella![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2014/2014may-scallorn.jpg)
How has your TAPS mentor made an impact on your life or those in your family?
2/16/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-photos-nascar.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended NASCAR Trucks with Spencer Boyd in Atlanta, Georgia
2/16/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-fbf-rice.jpg)
A volunteer since 2001, Rob continues to provide outstanding support of children grieving the loss their fallen heroes.
2/15/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-photos-nba.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the NBA All-Star Military Weekend in Charlotte, North Carolina
2/15/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-earl.jpg)
Survivors Crystal and her son Max fostered a sick little puppy named Earl who stole their heart, and the hearts of 4 million viewers.
2/14/2019 - Lalaine Estella![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-suicide.jpg)
TAPS' Suicide Postvention Model of Support includes helping survivors to move focus away from how their loved ones died, and to focus on how they lived.
2/14/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-photos-opera.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Phantom of the Opera in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
2/14/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-video-mengrief.jpg)
This video recording discusses on how veterans and military families can work towards posttraumatic growth after loss.
2/12/2019 - Bret Moore![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-photos-austin.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS surviving mothers explore Austin, create new bonds and celebrate their fallen heroes.
2/10/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-smm-comfort.jpg)
What was something comforting someone did for you after the death of your loved one?
2/9/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-fbf-hilliard.jpg)
A TAPS Peer Mentor now helping other survivors heal, recalls the roller coaster of emotions that come with losing the love of your life.
2/8/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-photos-capitals.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Capitals Military Appreciation Game in Washington, D.C.
2/7/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-grieftherapy.jpg)
More than 60 grief professionals attended a 2-day Techniques of Grief Therapy workshop with grief expert Robert Neimeyer, PhD.
2/6/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-hershel.jpg)
Event Photos: Medal of Honor recipient Hershel Williams visit at TAPS Headquarters
2/4/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-superbowl.jpg)
Thanks to NFL, USAA, and a very special NFL coach, TAPS surviving families attend the Super Bowl LIII to honor their fallen military heroes.
2/3/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-smm-garden.jpg)
What do you do as a yearly memorial for your loved one?
2/2/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019feb-fbf-magazine1.jpg)
In the spring 2002, TAPS celebrated the publication of the first issue of TAPS Magazine in the full-color, glossy format we enjoy today.
2/1/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-video-quest.jpg)
This video recording of the workshop discusses understanding how growth can come from grief, despite the emotional challenges that mourning brings.
1/30/2019 - Robert Neimeyer![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-video-probowl.jpg)
TAPS surviving military families share their incredible moments at the 2019 NFL Pro Bowl weekend held in Orlando Florida on January 24 to 28.
1/29/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-video-probowl2.jpg)
TAPS teams up with the NFL and Flags of Valor to give surviving military families attending the 2019 NFL Pro Bowl a special surprise.
1/29/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-probowl1.jpg)
TAPS families are at the Pro Bowl in Florida this weekend to honor the lives of their fallen heroes and cheer on their favorite athletes and teams.
1/27/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-photos-probowl2.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the NFL Pro Bowl Military Weekend in Orlando, Florida.
1/27/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-photos-sedona.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS surviving women create a plan for healing and growth in Sedona, Arizona.
1/27/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2016/2016nov-uk.jpg)
What is the best thing about a TAPS seminar, retreat or other event?
1/26/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-fbf-gibbs-now.jpg)
Megan Gibbs shares how TAPS has brought comfort to herself and her family for nearly 20 years and now is paying it forward.
1/25/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-nyc1.jpg)
TAPS young adult survivors, apply before February 1 to attend this a four-day, intensive event of professional development in New York City.
1/25/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-teamtaps.jpg)
Register with Team TAPS for the Disney Princess Half Marathon February 21-24, the Yuengling Shamrock Marathon March 15-17 and other races in 2019.
1/23/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-florida.jpg)
Event Photos: Military survivors create new bonds and celebrate their fallen hero in Jacksonville.
1/20/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-ukraine.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS International visit military survivors in the Ukraine.
1/20/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-smm-places2.jpg)
Are there places you used to go that you now avoid after the death of your loved one?
1/19/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-video-meditation.jpg)
This video recording of the webinar discusses how the physical sensation of emotion can be your ally during tough times.
1/17/2019 - Heather Stang![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-books.jpg)
Check out these books that can help you make better choices for your health and wellness journey this new year.
1/16/2019 - Emily Munoz![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-men-grief.jpg)
TAPS Men's Programs provide opportunities for surviving men to connect with others who have experienced the loss of a loved one who served.
1/15/2019 - Lalaine Estella![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-smm-places.jpg)
Are there places you used to go that you now avoid after the death of your loved one?
1/12/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-visionboardsjpg.jpg)
January 12 is National Vision Board Day—as good a day as any to start creating the life you want to see for yourself.
1/12/2019 - Erin Jacobson![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-fbf-horton1.jpg)
Carolyn, who is now 28, was only 9 years old when she generously shared cherished memories of her father, Army Maj. Robert Horton.
1/11/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-woodruff.jpg)
TAPS has doubled the number of Care Groups with the support of Peer Mentors in communities across the country.
1/9/2019 - Lalaine Estella![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2012/18-4-clock.jpg)
What have you done recently or what do you plan to do to take care of yourself?
1/5/2019 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-flashback.jpg)
Since 1994, TAPS has provided comfort and hope through a national peer support network and connection to grief resources to surviving loved ones.
1/4/2019 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jan-caribbean.jpg)
Event Photos: Survivors set sail together in fellowship on a cruise to the Caribbean.
1/3/2019 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2018/24-4-winter.jpg)
Imagine what your life could be like now, in the best possible scenario. What would it be like to dare to dream of something new?
1/1/2019 - Erin Jacobson