The Women Veteran Initiative had its first official seminar on August 6th at the 180th Fighter Wing in Swanton. The topic of PTSD and sexual assault was addressed by Linda Vanderpol of Caring Counts – Family Therapy Services and Marielana Thompson of the Northwest Ohio YWCA HOPE Center Rape Crisis Services. [Read more…]
PTSD & Sexual Assault – Recognizing and Addressing the Issue
Saturday, August 6, noon
180th Fighter Wing
Ohio Air National Guard
2660 South Eber Road, Swanton, Ohio
PTSD and sexual assault is an issue that affects women veterans across the country and is sadly unrecognized. Topics will include coping with issues, recognizing danger signs, where can a women vet reach out for help.
If you are a woman veteran, regardless of era, and are struggling with PTSD or have been a victim of sexual assault, we encourage you to attend. [Read more…]
Women Veterans Initiative Recognized
The Women Veterans Initiative was recognized at the SoNow event on May 4 at Chandlers Café in Sylvania. The professional
women’s network invited the organization to speak about the new initiative to spurn awareness of the new endeavor. It was brought to the attention of Toledo business women the plight of women vets and their much needed recognition and awareness of their issues. Carol Drake, retired Navy veteran (Vietnam era), was recognized for her serve with a standing ovation from the attendees. [Read more…]