Events for 2021

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Legacy or Military Mentor Volunteer for the Youth Programs' Virtual Program | Online

January 1 - May 31, 2021

Care Groups for 2021

371 care group meetings held

January 1 - December 31, 2021

Online Chats for 2021

17 text chats, 81 video chats, 16 young adult video chats and 24 youth program online chats held

January 1 - December 31, 2021

Women's Empowerment Online Sessions for 2021

100 women's empowerment online sessions held

January 1 - December 31, 2021

TAPS Togethers for 2021

74 TAPS Togethers held

January 1 - December 31, 2021

Peer Mentor Trainings for 2021

32 online and 9 classroom trainings held

January 1 - December 31, 2021

Youth Programs’ Virtual Program

Winter Schedule. New schedule added each season.

January 3 - March 16, 2021

A Breath of Fresh Air with TAPS Outdoors | Virtual Experience

This month's theme: Breathing In the New Year

January 6 - February 2, 2021

Put Me in Coach: TAPS Young Adult Coaching Series | Virtual Experience

January 11 - March 22, 2021

Webinar: "Be Strong" and Other Myths of Grief | Course Available

Join Kelvin Chin to discuss six myths about grief, why they are still prevalent, and how we can successfully address them.

January 12, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

Webinar: Mindfulness as Your Superpower | Course Available

Learn how mindfulness can help you navigate loss, improve your health, and cultivate much-needed compassion for your grieving heart.

January 28, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

Webinar: Wellness Techniques for Reducing Stress and Anxiety | Course Available

Learn several powerful wellness tools for reducing the components of debilitating stress for improved health and wellness.

February 9, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

Color and Flow: Living the Emotional Spectrum | Virtual Women's Empowerment Retreat

February 12 - April 9, 2021

Webinar: Understanding the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program | Course Available

Explore the realities of long term care and caregiving as well as review federal insurance eligibility and program options for military families.

February 23, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

Southern Regional Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp | Dallas, Texas

February 26 - 28, 2021

Legacy or Military Mentor Volunteer at Southern Regional Military Good Grief Camp | Dallas, Texas

February 26 - 28, 2021

A Breath of Fresh Air with TAPS Outdoors | Virtual Experience

Season's 2 theme: Sowing Seeds

March 3 - May 26, 2021

TAPS Young Adult Wild Dunes Experience | Isle of Palms, South Carolina

March 14 - 19, 2021

Webinar: Coping With Guilt When You're Grieving | Course Available

Learn common ways we can be way too hard on ourselves after a loss, along with tips about how to be kinder to ourselves.

March 16, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

Youth Programs’ Virtual Program

Spring Schedule. New schedule added each season.

March 23 - May 20, 2021

11th Annual Windy25 Memorial *VIRTUAL* 5K | Las Vegas, Nevada

April 10, 2021

Webinar: Grieving Styles and Family Dynamics - Communicating with Children and Teens | Course Available

Learn how to increase understanding, communicate needs, and support different grieving styles among your family members.

April 13, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

Mountain Regional Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp | Colorado Springs, Colorado

April 16 - 18, 2021

Legacy or Military Mentor Volunteer at Mountain Regional Military Good Grief Camp | Colorado Springs, Colorado

April 16 - 18, 2021

The Love Work | Virtual Women's Empowerment Retreat

April 20 - May 18, 2021

Webinar: The Helper’s Journey - Empathy, Compassion, and the Challenge of Caring in a Challenging Time | Course Availabe | CE Credits Available until April 19, 2022

Explore key strategies and skills when working with people confronting grief, loss, trauma, illness and tragedy in all its forms.

April 20, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:30 PM

Webinar: Coping with Special Days—Finding Comfort in Remembering | Course Available

Explore some techniques to help cope with special memories and explore creative ways to commemorate your loved one.

April 27, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

Midwest Hidden Gems by Canoe Expedition | Carbondale, Illinois

April 28 - May 2, 2021

Carry the Load with Team TAPS | Virtually and In-Person Across the U.S.

April 29 - May 30, 2021

Webinar: Grief Leadership - Examples from the Life and Service of Captain America | Course Availabe | CE Credits Available until May 19, 2022

Explore how can we learn about grief leadership from the life and service of the iconic Marvel character, Captain America.

May 20, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:30 PM

Legacy or Military Mentor Volunteer at National Good Grief Camp | Arlington, Virginia

May 26 - 31, 2021

27th Annual National Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp | Washington, D.C.

May 28 - 31, 2021

Putting for Patriots Golf Fundraiser | Various locations across the U.S.

May 28 - 31, 2021

Armed Forces Cycling Classic | Arlington, Virginia

June 5 - 6, 2021

Weapons of Grass Destruction Golf Fundraiser | Horicon, Wisconsin

June 5, 2021

TAPS Virtual Graduation Ceremony

June 13, 2021, 4:00 PM-5:00 PM

Webinar: Shifting Tides - From Caregiver to Survivor | Course Available

Discussion on the period of transition from caregiving to bereaved as well as ways to cope and support yourself through this process.

June 15, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

Moms Mentoring Moms Virtual Gathering

June 15 - November 9, 2021

Webinar: Music of the Soul - What Music Teaches Us About Coping with Grief | Course Available

Discussion on exploring rich entries into our life-stories through music, both literally and metaphorically.

June 22, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

The Love Work 2.0 | Virtual Women's Empowerment Retreat

June 29 - August 3, 2021

Webinar: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Demystified | Course Availabe | CE Credits Available until June 28, 2022

Learn the aspects of EMDR and why it is recognized as an evidence-based method of treatment for PTSD.

June 29, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:30 PM

Maryland Family Campout | Knoxville, Maryland

July 8 - 11, 2021

Alaska Survivor Experience | Team 1: July 11 to 16, 2021 | Team 2: July 18 to 23, 2021 | Eagle River, Alaska

July 11 - 23, 2021

TAPS Pathways to Success: College Prep for Teens and Parents | TAPS Headquarters, Arlington, Virginia

July 11 - 14, 2021

Webinar: Coping with Sibling Loss | Course Available

Discussion on the unique aspects and challenges of sibling death and discover ways to find hope living without your brother or sister.

July 20, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

Western Regional Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp | Los Angeles, California

July 23 - 25, 2021

Legacy or Military Mentor Volunteer at Western Regional Military Good Grief Camp | Los Angeles, California

July 23 - 25, 2021

Webinar: Grieving While You Work, Working While You are Grieving | Course Available

Discussion on the period of transition from caregiving to bereaved as well as ways to cope and support yourself through this process.

July 27, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

Armed Forces Cycling Classic Virtual Challenge Ride | Arlington, Virginia

August 1 - 31, 2021

TAPS Young Adult San Francisco Experience | Half Moon Bay, San Francisco, California

August 8 - 13, 2021

Southeast Regional Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp | Jacksonville, Florida

August 13 - 15, 2021

Legacy or Military Mentor Volunteer at Southeast Regional Military Good Grief Camp | Jacksonville, Florida

August 13 - 15, 2021

Webinar: Asking for Help When You Are Grieving | Course Available

Discussion explores and offers useful exercises and ideas to both ask for and offer support when someone is grieving.

August 17, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

TAPS and Outward Bound Backpacking Expedition | Sierra National Forest, Fresno, California

August 18 - 22, 2021

Webinar: Finding Meaning in Afghanistan | Course Available

Hear perspectives through different experiences. Explore how to honor the life and service our loved ones gave to our great nation.

August 20, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

Montana Men's Retreat | West Creek Ranch, Emigrant, Montana

August 30 - September 3, 2021

Webinar: "You Don't Know How I Feel" - Navigating Conversations Around Personal Loss | Course Available

Discussion on responding to people whose remarks feel insensitive regarding losing a loved one. Learn ways to respond without feeling angry, guilty, or hurt.

August 31, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

TAPS Golf Outing hosted by Parsons | Joppa, Maryland

September 9, 2021

Spencer Wing 2021 Memorial Golf Tournament | Groton, New York

September 11, 2021

Colorado Celebrity Classic

September 11, 2021, 5:30 PM-9:45 PM

Webinar: From Grief to Peace - Journaling for Life After Loss | Course Available

Learn the health benefits and best practices for journaling in this hands on workshop .

September 21, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

Midwest Regional Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp | Columbus, Ohio

September 24 - 26, 2021

Legacy or Military Mentor Volunteer at Midwest Regional Military Good Grief Camp | Columbus, Ohio

September 24 - 26, 2021

Let’s Honor Our Heroes, Together! | San Diego, California

September 25, 12:00 PM - 26, 12:00 PM, 2021

V3Gate Foundation 2021 Charity Golf Tournament | Colorado Springs, Colorado

October 4, 2021, 8:00 AM-3:00 PM

2021 Valor Open to benefit TAPS hosted by Flags of Valor | Gainesville, Virginia

October 4, 2021

National Military Suicide Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp | Dallas, Texas

October 8 - 11, 2021

Legacy or Military Mentor Volunteer at National Suicide Survivor Good Grief Camp | Dallas, Texas

October 8 - 10, 2021

Army Ten Miler | Arlington, Virginia

October 10, 2021

Bank of America Chicago Marathon | Chicago, Illinois

October 10, 2021

Webinar: Where Faith Meets Grief - The Role of Faith and Spirituality in Coping with Loss | Course Available

Discussion on the dynamics and effects of faith and spirituality on the grieving process, even when the loss challenges one's beliefs.

October 19, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

Webinar: The Power of Sound Healing | Course Available | CE Credits Available until October 25, 2022

Discussion on various acupressure points. Experience the effects of sound through a remote sound healing demonstration.

October 26, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:30 PM

Marine Corps Marathon, 10K, and Kids Run | Arlington, Virginia

October 29 - 31, 2021

Team TAPS Virtual Fundraiser

November 1 - December 31, 2021

Webinar: Navigating Conversations around Grief and the Holidays | Course Available

Learn ideas on how to find meaningful ways to celebrate the holidays and honor your grief while still protecting your feelings.

November 2, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

Journey of Hope Charity Golf Tournament | Bridlewood Golf Club, Flower Mound, Texas

November 4, 2021

California Family Campout | Julian, California

November 5 - 8, 2021

TCS New York City Marathon | New York City, New York

November 7, 2021

Shinneman Wealth Group Share the Wealth Giving Campaign

November 8 - December 31, 2021

Land of the Free Veterans Day Golf Classic | City of Industry, California

November 11, 2021

8th Annual Golf Tournament Honoring Our Military and Their Families | Bakersfield, California

November 12, 2021

Webinar: Helping Grievers Draw Boundaries | Course Available | CE Credits Available Until November 15, 2022

Discussion on empowering grieving persons in drawing boundaries for their grief journey and choosing tools and interventions for healing.

November 16, 2021, 12:00 PM-1:30 PM

TAPS Honor Guard Gala | Washington, D.C.

November 16, 2021