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The Returning Warriors™ Program |
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arfare
is an ancient and mythic experience, and the effects it has on
soldiers are real.
People returning from War are never the same. War changes them,
some more than others. When the Warrior within is released it
can never be put back in the box, can never be ignored.
The effects of war trauma can be subtle or dramatic. They range
from persistent vigilance, insomnia, and generalized anxiety
to violent rage, substance abuse, criminal behavior, murder,
and suicide.
Many veterans don’t recognize the symptoms. Some ignore
them. More are beginning to realize that something is seriously
wrong.
The Returning Warriors™ program goes beyond contemporary
traditional treatment. Using ancient healing techniques practiced
for thousands of years, the Returning Warriors™ program
helps to create a bridge between the traumatic experience of
War and the desire to again become an effective member of family
and community.
To do this, the program addresses the whole person: Mind, Body,
Heart, and Soul.
Through the week long retreat, participants experience directly
the healing power of techniques used for thousands of years to
effectively reintegrate the Warrior Spirit. They learn specific
practices they can use on a daily basis, as needed. Everyone
has an opportunity to tell their story, to express the nightmare,
to let go of fear.
Veterans of all wars are eligible to
participate. We are scheduling retreats and workshops
for both men and women, separately and co-ed as appropriate.
Please contact us for more information about these programs.
If you would like to coordinate a retreat for
veterans in your area, contact us. We'll be glad to work with
you.
Sponsorships
and Donations
We are seeking the support of organizations and individuals interested
in sponsoring one or more soldiers' participation in the retreat and
program. If you are interested, please see the Sponsor
Program page for how to receive more information.
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For more information or
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Phone: 512-586-2736 |
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What
past participants have to say
about their experience.
"It was a huge step forward for
me in so many ways."
"I am so grateful to Spirit for
sending me.... As a result of Karen's work, the retreat,
and my work, I am off psych meds, back in school,
and in the process of building a house... It feels good
to be in good hands..." |
Scheduled Retreats
To be Determined
The next Returning Warriors™ Retreat in the Austin area is currently
being organized.
if you are interested in participating. You can also download
the Registration Form to preregister.
Facilitator Training
A training component is incorporated into each retreat program. Individuals
wanting to be trained to facilitate retreats are encouraged to review
the information on the Facilitators page.
Scholarships
A limited number of scholarships are available for each retreat. Those
in need of financial assistance can download a scholarship application
for review. Selections are based on need and funds available.
Returning Warriors™ in
the News
Ravens Grove Foundation and the Returning Warriors™ program was
highlighted by Time Warner News 8 in Austin. Here is a link to that interview
with video.
News
8 Interview
Returning Warriors™ was a topic for a
1 hour live radio interview on Firebase
Veterans Hour on February 26, 2006.
CBS Radio
Infinity Broadcasting also recently featured
an interview on their Austin area affiliate stations prior
to the April 23, 2006 retreat. Interview by Joseph Dane.
CBS
Radio Interview (10 min, mp3 ~ 1MB)
News and other media can access the Press Kit
online in .pdf format. Gerry Starnes, executive director and
Karen Hutchins, clinical director are available for interviews.
Download
the media kit
A Program of the
Ravens Grove
Foundation for Healing, Inc.
a Not For Profit Organization
Austin, Texas |