Contributions for 2021
![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-4-advocacy.jpg)
Your TAPS Policy Team testified before Congress on five separate occasions and submitted statements for the record on important survivor issues.
12/14/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-4-journalforjordan.jpg)
Based on Dana Canedy’s bestselling memoir, A Journal for Jordan follows the true story of U.S. Army First Sergeant Charles Monroe King, Canedy’s fiancée.
12/11/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2019/2019jun-yoga1.jpg)
Surviving widow and yoga enthusiast Rayanne Hunter shares how yoga gave her that extra boost of strength to get through everything.
12/9/2021 - Rayanne Hunter![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-4-memoryscarf.jpg)
A surviving mom shares a personal project and the healing that came from making the scarf, from doing the work.
12/8/2021 - Lydia Burgdorf![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-4-selfcare.jpg)
Get tips to counter society’s harmful misconceptions about grief and mourning. Take good care of yourself and know that you are loved.
12/7/2021 - Bonnie Carroll - Alan Wolfelt![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-4-savoring.jpg)
Surviving mom shares a cookie recipe her son particularly loved and called “gingerbread cookies.”
12/6/2021 - Rachel Eckels![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-4-familyholidays.jpg)
Learn ways to your navigate grief while also supporting your children’s need to experience all that the holidays can be for them.
12/5/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-4-boostmemories.jpg)
Here are three of Allison Gilbert's favorite ways to honor and celebrate the family and friends we never want to forget.
12/4/2021 - Allison Gilbert![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-4-griefholidays.jpg)
The North American way of facing the holidays in grief is to grope and cope, but you can change the goal; by applying these ideas.
12/3/2021 - William Hoy![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-4-conversationsholidays.jpg)
Handling conversations during the holidays is essential to remain conscientious of those grieving the loss of a loved one and being sensitive to their needs.
12/2/2021 - Rachel Kodanaz![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021dec-wolfelt.jpg)
This video with Dr. Alan Wolfelt provides some practical counsel to assist you in maintaining mental health wellness during the holidays.
12/2/2021 - Alan Wolfelt![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021dec-video-newsletter.jpg)
Holidays can be a difficult time coping with the loss of a loved one. Your TAPS family is here with comfort and care, you are not alone.
12/1/2021 - Bonnie Carroll![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021winter.jpg)
Volume 27, Issue 4
12/1/2021 - TAPS Quarterly Magazine![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-4-hopeholidays.jpg)
No simple guidelines will take away the hurt you are feeling. We hope the suggestions will help you better cope with your grief during this time of the year.
12/1/2021 - Alan Wolfelt![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021dec-newsletter.jpg)
TAPS is a family, and this holiday season, when there is so much emphasis on families coming together, we can take comfort in knowing we are not alone in our grief.
12/1/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021nov-video-thanksgiving.jpg)
Thanksgiving can be a challenging time for those who have an empty seat at their table. Your TAPS Family is here for you and you are not alone.
11/25/2021 - Bonnie Carroll![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-3-pga.jpg)
teams4taps and the PGA TOUR Superstore joined forces to create events for survivors to honor their military loved ones through their favorite sport — golf!
11/24/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021nov-video-youth.jpg)
TAPS Youth share how TAPS has helped them heal and honor their loved one's legacy through relationships formed with Legacy and Military Mentors.
11/24/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-3-meditation.jpg)
Several, easy-to-learn meditative techniques can help us weed out our mind chatter so that we can create space for our new harvest.
11/22/2021 - Heather Stang![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-3-newcourse.jpg)
The TAPS seminar gave me hope. TAPS helped me understand. Most importantly, it helped me accept my grief.
11/20/2021 - John Wellington Huss II![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021nov-video-boundaries.jpg)
Video recording discussion on empowering grieving persons in drawing boundaries for their grief journey and choosing tools and interventions for healing.
11/16/2021 - Joy Berger![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021nov-photos-gala.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS supporters join together in supporting the families of our fallen military members.
11/16/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021nov-photos-galabreakfast.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS hosted a reception at the headquarters for special guests attending the TAPS Honor Guard Gala.
11/16/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021nov-video-gala.jpg)
Families of the fallen share why their loved ones served in the military. TAPS helps survivors heal in their grief journey.
11/16/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021nov-video-galahighlights.jpg)
At the Gala, we remember the love of our fallen heroes, celebrate their lives and share the stories of the journey we have with our TAPS family.
11/16/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-3-resilience.jpg)
Dignity Memorial® has designed recommendations to help us build our resilience and take care of ourselves while we grieve.
11/15/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/resources/main/suicide-survivor/suicide-guidebook.jpg)
This guide was written by survivors, for survivors, and will give you a roadmap to guide you on your journey of grief. You are not alone.
11/15/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021nov-suicide-grief-growth-guide.jpg)
The TAPS Suicide Postvention Department is proud to present this new guidebook. Think of this as a roadmap to help navigate the path of grief due to suicide.
11/15/2021 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-3-leadership3.jpg)
As we forward our mission to care for the families of America’s fallen heroes, TAPS is honored to be supported by the Department of Defense.
11/11/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-3-ruocco.jpg)
Throughout more than a decade of dedicated service, survivor Kim Ruocco has inspirationally reduced the silence and stigma surrounding suicide.
11/10/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021nov-video-27ways.jpg)
TAPS was founded 27 years ago! In commemoration, we share 27 ways in which TAPS provides help, hope, and healing to the families of America's fallen heroes.
11/9/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-3-hiddengems.jpg)
A surviving mom shares what a TAPS Expedition is like and how it changed her life for the better too.
11/8/2021 - Colleen McGinnis![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-3-love.jpg)
A surviving military daughter reflects on the freedoms her father fought for in Afghanistan and how those values and hopes still endure today.
11/5/2021 - Briana Hobbs![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-3-grief.jpg)
I might as well understand that I’m in a match where grief is my opponent for life. But my life can still be happy, hopeful and full of love.
11/2/2021 - Sandra Egts![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021nov-video-conversations.jpg)
Video recording discussion on how to find meaningful ways to celebrate the holidays and honor your grief while still protecting your feelings.
11/2/2021 - Rachel Kodanaz![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021nov-survivorday.jpg)
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is on Saturday, November 20, 2021 and is intended to be a day of healing throughout the world.
11/1/2021 - Carla Stumpf Patton![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021nov-newsletter.jpg)
November is a month to share gratitude, that may feel hard to do when we are grieving. At TAPS, we are grateful to count you as part of our family.
11/1/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-3-afghanistan.jpg)
Now more important than ever, TAPS is supporting Gold Star Families who are reeling from the chaos in Afghanistan and the Taliban takeover.
10/30/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021oct-ganues.jpg)
Surviving father and TAPS Peer Mentor shares his experience with depression and his positive experience from the military in getting help.
10/29/2021 - Jon Ganues![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-3-pastsorrow2.jpg)
Crafting, volunteering, and making donations are just a few of the many things we can do to honor our loved ones and forward their memories.
10/28/2021 - Judy Tatelbaum![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021oct-video-soundhealing.jpg)
Video recording discussion on various acupressure points. Experience the effects of sound through a remote sound healing demonstration.
10/26/2021 - Janie Keilwitz![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-3-touchstones.jpg)
In this wilderness of your grief, the touchstones are your trail markers. They are the signs that let you know you are on the right path.
10/24/2021 - Alan Wolfelt![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-3-empowerment3.jpg)
Learning to see ourselves in positive ways can help us begin to heal no matter what our capabilities. Our bodies are worthy of compassion and care.
10/22/2021 - Erin Jacobson![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021oct-video-faith.jpg)
Video recording on the dynamics and effects of faith and spirituality on the grieving process, even when the loss challenges one's beliefs.
10/19/2021 - Jerome Weaver![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021oct-photos-suicide.jpg)
Event Photos, Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship in Dallas, Texas.
10/11/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021fall.jpg)
Volume 27, Issue 3
10/7/2021 - TAPS Quarterly Magazine![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021oct-newsletter.jpg)
Fall is a time to reflect on how we can practice awareness, understanding, and acknowledgment of the emotions that come with loss and change.
10/1/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021oct-dragonfly.jpg)
Surviving mom's reading of a story comparing the life cycle of dragonflies to the death of a loved one at her son's funeral continues to provide hope and healing.
9/30/2021 - Ruth Wiley![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021sep-photos-midwest.jpg)
Event Photos: Survivors come together both in-person and virtually in fellowship in Columbus, Ohio.
9/26/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/campaigns/flag-dc-mall.jpg)
See the graphics from a commemorative book of 56 American flags flown in the 46th Presidential Inauguration and later presented to TAPS Families.
9/23/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021sep-video-journaling.jpg)
Video recording on health benefits and best practices for journaling in this hands on workshop.
9/21/2021 - Heather Stang![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021sep-photos-gsf-remembrance.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS joins Senator Warnock & Senator Hyde-Smith to Introduce Gold Star Families Remembrance Week Resolution on Capitol Hill.
9/15/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021sep-classic.jpg)
Event Photos and Story of 2021 Colorado Celebrity Classic by Pam Cress
9/11/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021sep-911.jpg)
Those who lost loved ones on September 11 have become the living legacies of American service and sacrifice and forever part of the TAPS family.
9/10/2021 - Bonnie Carroll![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021sep-photos-parsons.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS supporters join together in supporting the families of our fallen military members.
9/9/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-2-911-pycior.jpg)
After the loss of his father at the Pentagon on 9/11, surviving son gives back as a Legacy Mentor and Group Leader to TAPS Good Grief Camp youth.
9/6/2021 - Robert Pycior![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-2-funeral.jpg)
If you’ve been forced to postpone a full ceremony after a death, read these helpful tips for planning a future ceremony and following through.
9/3/2021 - Alan Wolfelt![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021aug-photos-menretreat.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS surviving men enjoy wilderness to refocus, honor our loved ones, and connect with other men who understand in West Creek Ranch.
9/3/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-2-suicide2.jpg)
Home Base and TAPS offer specialized trauma treatment combined with peer-based support to those grieving the loss of a military loved one to suicide.
9/1/2021 - Jennifer Keeling![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021sep-newsletter.jpg)
Our nation has seen extreme acts of courage and service within civilian and military communities. We join in the outpouring of support.
9/1/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021aug-mchugh.jpg)
A surviving daughter chooses to focus on hope, honoring our Fallen Heroes, and remembering that there is meaning in the losses of our loved ones.
8/31/2021 - Kelly McHugh-Stewart![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021aug-video-conversations.jpg)
Video recording on responding to people whose remarks feel insensitive regarding losing a loved one and how to respond without feeling angry or hurt.
8/31/2021 - Rachel Kodanaz![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-2-memorybox.jpg)
Making memory boxes helps a surviving mother focus on the joy that person gave her life and can continue to give in the form of memories.
8/27/2021 - Susan Coti![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-2-holdspace.jpg)
Surviving daughter and author Heather Plett shares lessons learned from a gifted palliative care nurse while caring for her mother at home.
8/20/2021 - Heather Plett![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021aug-video-afghanistan.jpg)
Video recording on perspectives through different experiences. Explore how to honor the life and service our loved ones gave to our great nation.
8/20/2021 - TAPS International![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021aug-video-help.jpg)
Video recording discussion that explores and offers useful exercises and ideas to both ask for and offer support when someone is grieving.
8/17/2021 - Kenneth Doka![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021aug-photos-southeast.jpg)
Event Photos: Survivors come together both in-person and virtually in fellowship in Jacksonville, Florida.
8/15/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-2-thomson.jpg)
With the support of TAPS, we are heading toward immense discovery to help illness loss survivors heal from the most traumatic events in our lives.
8/13/2021 - Robyn Thomson![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-2-menchat.jpg)
Share stories of your loved one or simply listen and find healing from other men who have experienced the loss of a loved one who has served in the military.
8/6/2021 - Timothy Jabin![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021aug-newsletter.jpg)
TAPS is grateful to the Senate and House co-sponsors who supported the resolution introducing 'Gold Star Children's Day.’
8/1/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021aug-video-childrensday.jpg)
TAPS is here to celebrate, honor and support all of our nation's military surviving children - the living legacies of American service and sacrifice.
8/1/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-2-nature-heals-1.jpg)
Nature can be a healer for us. Nature Heals written by Alan Wolfelt explores how to begin integrating it into your grief journey.
7/30/2021 - Rachel Hunsell![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jul-video-grievingworking.jpg)
Video recording discussion on re-entry into the work place as a bereaved survivor and what that might look and feel like when trying to establish a routine.
7/27/2021 - Mark Hensley![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jul-photos-western.jpg)
Event Photos: Adult and Youth Survivors come together both in-person and virtually in fellowship in Los Angeles, California.
7/25/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-2-carrytheload1.jpg)
This Memorial May, TAPS proudly partnered once again with Carry The Load as a national, non-profit partner.
7/23/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jul-photos-alaska1.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Survivors move beyond your comfort zone with the support of others who understand in Eagle Creek, Alaska.
7/23/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jul-video-siblingloss.jpg)
Video recording discussion on the unique aspects and challenges of sibling death and discover ways to find hope living without your brother or sister.
7/20/2021 - Heidi Horsley![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-2-sparkman-hillcrest.jpg)
Dignity Memorial helps newly bereaved military survivors by providing grief support materials connecting families with the TAPS Survivor Care Team.
7/19/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jul-photos-usawomenbasketball.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the at USA Basketball Women's National Team v Australia held in Las Vegas, Nevada.
7/16/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021summer.jpg)
Volume 27, Issue 2
7/15/2021 - TAPS Quarterly Magazine![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jul-photos-wnba.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Women's National Basketball Association All-Star Team v USA Basketball Women's National Team in Las Vegas.
7/14/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jul-photos-mlb.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Major League Baseball All-Star Game held in Denver, Colorado.
7/12/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/events/2021/2021jul-photos-campout.jpg)
TAPS surviving families learn to grieve as a family with new tools for the path ahead in Knoxville, Maryland.
7/11/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jul-photos-nationals.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Washington Nationals Salute to Service Baseball game held in Washington, D.C.
7/3/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jul-video-independence-day.jpg)
This 4th of July, we thank you for your loved one's service to this country in defense of the freedoms we celebrate today.
7/2/2021 - Bonnie Carroll![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jul-fourth.jpg)
A surviving mother finds a sense of peace and belonging with other Gold Star Families while celebrating the 4th of July without her son.
7/1/2021 - Teresa Cleaver![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jul-newsletter.jpg)
This 4th of July holiday, we remember the statement located on the wall at the Korean War Memorial in Washington, D.C. "Freedom is Not Free."
7/1/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-1-back-to-work.jpg)
Returning to work after loss of a loved can be a positive experience if approached with care, knowledge and managed expectations for yourself and your employer.
6/30/2021 - Rachel Kodanaz![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jun-video-emdr.jpg)
Video recording discussion on the aspects of EMDR and why it is recognized as an evidence-based method of treatment for PTSD.
6/29/2021 - Howard Lipke![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-1-gardening.jpg)
Gardening is much more than a hobby or fun pastime. In fact, there are many proven benefits of gardening that people enjoy.
6/28/2021 - Happy DIY Home![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-1-team4taps.jpg)
Thirteen NFL teams, our largest amount to date worked alongside teams4taps to celebrate the lives of our Fallen Heroes in 2020.
6/25/2021 - Jessica Harper![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jun-video-leadership.jpg)
At TAPS it's our mission to care for the loved ones of America's Fallen Heroes and we are fortunate to have the support of leaders within the military community.
6/25/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-1-loneliness.jpg)
Begin to understand your degree of loneliness and get tips for finding ways past your loneliness with this helpful guide from Dr. Wolfelt.
6/23/2021 - Alan Wolfelt![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jun-video-music.jpg)
Video recording discussion on exploring rich entries into our life-stories through music, both literally and metaphorically.
6/22/2021 - Joy Berger![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jun-video-tides.jpg)
Video recording discussion on the period of transition from caregiving to bereaved as well as ways to cope and support yourself through this process.
6/15/2021 - Lisa Zucker![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jun-photos-cyclingclassic.jpg)
Event Photos: Team TAPS participated June 5 and 6 at the Armed Forces Cycling Classic to raise money and awareness for TAPS.
6/6/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021may-weiss.jpg)
The Spotify playlist reflects the full spectrum of who we TAPS families are, what we’ve lost and what we’ve become.
6/1/2021 - Andy Weiss![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021may-video-nmss.jpg)
Check out our highlight reels from the 27th Annual National Military Survivor Seminar over Memorial Day Weekend.
6/1/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021may-video-ganues.jpg)
Interview with surviving military father, TAPS Peer Mentor and Army Vet on how coming together with other TAPS Families helps ease the pain.
6/1/2021 - Jon Ganues![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jun-newsletter.jpg)
"Winter, spring, summer or fall All you have to do is call. And I'll be there, yes I will. You've got a friend" - Carole King
6/1/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021may-photos-nmss.jpg)
Event Photos, May 28 - 31, 2021
6/1/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021may-video-memorialday.jpg)
This Memorial Day TAPS families remember those they love and those they honor.
5/31/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021may-video-ojeda.jpg)
Military Surviving spouse Lesliee Ojeda shares her experience as a survivor but also as a counselor helping others heal.
5/28/2021 - Skyler Henry![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021may-smm-wreathlaying.jpg)
Together, we are stronger and continue to grow in our grief journey, honoring our heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy.
5/22/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021may-video-griefleadership.jpg)
Video recording discussion on exploring how can we learn about grief leadership from the life and service of the iconic Marvel character, Captain America.
5/20/2021 - Stephen Cozza, David Carey and Jill Harrington![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021may-smm-memorialday1.jpg)
As we come together to honor our nation's fallen heroes, we pause to reflect on the life they led and the sacrifices made for the freedoms we enjoy every day.
5/15/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-1-comfort.jpg)
Comfort and support for loss can come at unexpected times and in unexpected ways, to include from a receptionist at a dentist office.
5/12/2021 - David Gross![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-1-midstofgrief.jpg)
After loss, it is still possible to thrive, learn and grow as a result of our experiences. And with TAPS, we thankfully don’t have to do either alone.
5/10/2021 - Amanda Gallagher![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021may-mothersday.jpg)
This Mother’s Day, a surviving daughter shares the important role her mom has played in shaping her young adult life both professionally and personally.
5/9/2021 - Cameron Bowman![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021may-smm-caregiver.jpg)
May is the Month of the Military Caregiver. During this time, we would like to pause for a moment and acknowledge your sacrifice as a caregiver.
5/8/2021 - Coleen Bowman![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021apr-photos-midwest.jpg)
Event Photos: TAPS survivors paddle by canoe through the Mark Twain National Forest of the southern Midwest.
5/2/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021may-smm-remebrance.jpg)
When our loved ones serve, the whole family serves and the TAPS family will pause throughout May to recognize and remember.
5/1/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021may-newsletter.jpg)
The lives of those who we love and remember and honor are carved into our soul, imprinted on our hearts and woven into the fabric of our nation.
5/1/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021may-memorialday.jpg)
Memorial Day is a day of remembrance and solace but I also find joy for having known heroes that selflessly chose to serve a cause greater than themselves.
4/30/2021 - Coleen Bowman![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021apr-video-specialdays.jpg)
Video recording discussion on exploring some techniques to help cope with special memories and explore creative ways to commemorate your loved one.
4/27/2021 - Patti Anewalt![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021apr-family0.jpg)
Surviving spouse shares her family's story of navigating their grief and how they found a way to reconnect to the military community after their loss.
4/26/2021 - Elizabeth Culp Sergent![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021apr-austim.jpg)
April is National Autism Awareness Month, and TAPS recognizes the unique ways that grief might be expressed by children and adults on the autism spectrum.
4/25/2021 - Andy McNeil![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021apr-smm-changes3.jpg)
As flowers bloom, trees take their familiar green shape, and warmer weather greets us, we have an opportunity to explore new growth in ourselves as well.
4/24/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-1-purpose.jpg)
"Though my pain has not been easy, grief is a journey, and it has birthed pain inspired purpose, and God has given me the strength to keep going."
4/23/2021 - Kaylin Jennings-Knight![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021spring.jpg)
Volume 27, Issue 1
4/22/2021 - TAPS Quarterly Magazine![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021apr-earthday1.jpg)
As we celebrate Earth Day, Arbor Day and National Park week, we invite you to explore how your life intertwines with nature and its impacts on grief.
4/22/2021 - Rachel Hunsell![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021apr-video-helpers.jpg)
Video recording discussion on exploring key strategies and skills when working with people confronting grief, loss, trauma, illness and tragedy in all its forms.
4/20/2021 - Dale Larson![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/27-1-volunteer.jpg)
For some bereaved, volunteering is a valued component of the healing journey and provides physical and mental health, social and financial benefits.
4/19/2021 - Stephanie Frogge![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021apr-photos-mountain.jpg)
Event Photos: Survivors come together in person and virtually in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
4/18/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/events/main/training.peermentor.11.jpg)
As we walk together through our grief, let us pause to see the real splendor in nature and ponder ways to serve others while honoring our loved ones.
4/17/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021apr-purpleup.jpg)
On this Purple Up! Day, we share stories of service and sacrifice from Legacy Mentors, in their own words.
4/16/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021mar-video-styles.jpg)
Video recording discussion on how to increase understanding, communicate needs, and support different grieving styles among your family members.
4/13/2021 - Andy McNiel![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021apr-smm-stress.jpg)
Navigating our grief journey together and seeing the beauty that surrounds us can refuel us to reach out and connect with others at TAPS.
4/10/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/events/main/empowerment-circle2.jpg)
Is there a female from TAPS or elsewhere in your life that has provided support or been an inspiration to you along your grief journey?
4/3/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021apr-game1.jpg)
Washington Nationals "Families of Valor" program partners with teams4taps to bring hope and healing to TAPS families.
4/1/2021 - Nicole Murray![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021apr-heroes1.jpg)
As survivors, we are all superheroes, facing our grief day in and day out. Find your supports and lean in on those who understand.
4/1/2021 - Jennifer Keeling![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021apr-newsletter.jpg)
TAPS events provide support, hope and well being to survivors of all ages. Learn more about our upcoming seminar, virtual events and outdoor expedition.
4/1/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/programs/main/taps-togethers/programs-togethers.jpg)
Event Photos: 2021 TAPS Togethers
3/31/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021mar-henline.jpg)
A surviving daughter writes about the afflictions from Agent Orange exposure that has impacted so many military veterans including her father.
3/29/2021 - Claire Henline![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021mar-smm-pandemic.jpg)
Each step of the way our TAPS Family has been there to support us and keep us connected virtually during the pandemic.
3/27/2021 - TAPS![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021mar-smm-lane.jpg)
As we begin to slowly emerge from quarantine, many of us may be experiencing a sense of renewal as we venture back into activities and routines.
3/20/2021 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021mar-video-guilt.jpg)
Video recording discussion on common ways we can be way too hard on ourselves after a loss, along with tips about how to be kinder to ourselves.
3/16/2021 - David Feldman![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021mar-impact2020.jpg)
TAPS ensures 24/7 emotional support, casework assistance, virtual connection opportunities, and ongoing access to grief and trauma resources.
3/15/2021 - TAPS Impact![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2018/2018jun-classiccolorado.jpg)
Often, music can help us express our feelings much easier than through writing or talking.
3/13/2021 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2020/2020jul-hill.jpg)
Read what skills and strengths other survivors have discovered about themselves after their loss.
3/6/2021 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021mar-video-outdoors.jpg)
Spring is the season of new beginnings, and we look forward to preparing the ground, planting seeds and growing with you in the journey to blooms.
3/3/2021 - Rachel Hunsell![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021mar-newsletter.jpg)
The TAPS Family is diverse and beautiful. And while we each began our journeys in different ways; our paths have converged at this loving place called TAPS.
3/1/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021feb-photos-southern.jpg)
Event Photos: Survivors come together in person and virtually in Dallas Texas.
2/28/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021feb-smm-remembering.jpg)
This past year, many of us have been left dreaming of vacations. Survivors share their favorite place that they went with their loved ones.
2/27/2021 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021feb-video-federal.jpg)
Video recording discussion on the realities of long term care and caregiving as well as review of federal insurance eligibility and program options for families.
2/23/2021 - Hunt Kerrigan - Lisa Roussel - Bonnie Carroll![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2020/2020feb-photos-hawaii.jpg)
Hear from survivors on how they cope when feelings of grief overcome them, even after a long time has passed since the death of their loved one.
2/20/2021 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021feb-smm-hobbies.jpg)
During this period of quarantine, some have found the additional time to develop new hobbies or skills or have worked hard to enhance old skills.
2/13/2021 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021feb-video-wellness.jpg)
Video recording discussion on powerful tools for reducing the components of debilitating stress for improved health and wellness.
2/9/2021 - Neil Goodman![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021feb-smm-fans.jpg)
Many families share traditions of watching or attending sporting events together. Read about special sports memories survivors had with their loved ones.
2/6/2021 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jan-balance.jpg)
Learn how Soft Belly Breathing and Shaking and Dancing can help us feel easier in ourselves and make us feel more comfortable connecting with others.
2/1/2021 - James Gordon![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021feb-newsletter.jpg)
The TAPS Family is built on love. It is our foundation, our inspiration, our strength. Let us reflect on love - in all its forms.
2/1/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2017/2017nov-gratefulmentee1.jpg)
Survivors share about the comfort they have received from peer mentors and how meaningful those relationships have been for them.
1/30/2021 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jan-love.jpg)
To give and receive love is life’s most grand adventure and deepest valley, a painful darkness and a holy sanctuary.
1/29/2021 - Rachel Hunsell![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jan-video-mindfulness.jpg)
Video recording discussion on how mindfulness can help you navigate loss, improve your health, and cultivate compassion for your grieving heart.
1/28/2021 - Jill Harrington-LaMorie - Heather Stang![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2020/2020may-stresseating.jpg)
When friends or loved ones gather, often there is a sharing of food and conversation. Learn some of our survivors' loved ones favorite foods.
1/23/2021 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jan-photos-dayofservice.jpg)
Event Photos: Volunteers assemble resource kits for TAPS Survivors at TAPS Headquarters in Arlington, Virginia.
1/18/2021 - TAPS Media![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jan-smm-items.jpg)
Thumbies, dog tags, quilts, shirts and bandannas are some of their loved ones' precious items survivors find comfort in wearing.
1/16/2021 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jan-video-myths.jpg)
Video recording discussion on the six myths about grief, why they are still prevalent, and how we can successfully address them.
1/12/2021 - Kelvin Chin![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2020/2020jan-smm-beachsunset.jpg)
2020 has been a challenging year for so many in so many ways. Survivors look to 2021 with a fresh perspective, full of hope and seeking joy.
1/9/2021 - Carol Lane![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2020/26-4-winter.jpg)
Find hope in the winter wilderness with an open heart and mind. Be open to what is and what is to come both in the winter and in our grief.
1/8/2021 - Rachel Hunsell![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jan-video-outdoors.jpg)
As we transition into a new year, we will forge new paths together in our hearts and set foot on trails we've yet to see. Together, we will explore the wild.
1/6/2021 - Rachel Hunsell![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2020/26-4-empowerment1.jpg)
As we go into the new year after 2020, perhaps this year we choose to give ourselves the grace of making space to see what our internal voice has to teach us.
1/4/2021 - Erin Jacobson![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jan-peermentor.jpg)
We are stronger together. Don't go it alone. Find encouragement with a TAPS Peer Mentor and keep hope alive.
1/1/2021 - Audri Beugelsdijk![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jan-video-carroll.jpg)
TAPS President and Founder Bonnie Carroll sends a message of warmth and care to all military survivors as we begin the New Year.
1/1/2021 - Bonnie Carroll![img-description](/globalassets/our-stories/2021/2021jan-newsletter.jpg)
This has been an incredibly difficult year, but it is a year that has also given us gifts. We recognized that we are a family and we are stronger together.
1/1/2021 - TAPS Media