“For us, the war — the actual fighting might be over — however, the scars visible and invisible we carry on,” said Diaz. “Especially those that are invisible.”
DIAZ12.11WISTVWatch Video Here COLUMBIA, SC (WIS) – After nearly 9 years, 4,500 Americans dead and billions of dollars spent, the US Military is leaving Iraq. There was a small ceremony on the outskirts of Baghdad Thursday. About 4,000 troops remain, but the Iraqi military is officially on its own. The thousands of men and women [...]
Hidden Wounds: A Soldier’s Burden…GET YOUR COPY OF THE BOOK TODAY!
U.S. military vets are coming home. Their visible scars are evident; what you don’t see is their Hidden Wounds. This book is sounding a warning to act now before Post Traumatic Stress (PTS) explodes in America’s families and communities. Hidden Wounds: A Soldier’s Burden shows how the inner trials of a US Serviceman can haunt [...]
The Augusta Chronicle, Friday, September 9, 2011
Hidden Wounds seeks to raise awareness of veterans’ suicides Nonprofit offers peer counseling By Kyle Martin Staff Writer Friday, Sept. 9, 2011 Anna Bigham recognized the signs of her brother’s pending suicide. He withdrew from his friends, cut his arms, abused alcohol. Photos Back | Next Diaz Back | Next Bigham [...]
*UPDATE* “Hidden Wounds: A Soldier’s Burden” To Be Released on Nov. 15
“Hidden Wounds: A Soldier’s Burden” which is co-authored by Nate Brookshire, a soldier currently stationed at Fort Jackson, will launch Nov. 15. The book will be sold in Barnes and Nobles, online and on the Hidden Wounds website! The book is a fiction based on real life events and discusses issues of PTSD, addiction, and [...]
Veteran Testimonial
Veteran Testimonial This section will describe an actual “case” that Hidden Wounds has handled to provide help to a veteran and/or their family. Because of HIPPA laws and other privacy issues, none of the names or places used in the story are actual, but the story will illustrate the good works done by Hidden Wounds. [...]
Military Appreciation Days
Join Hidden Wounds Memorial Day weekend for a PTSD and TBI awareness campaign in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. May 28-31, 2010 in Myrtle Beach, SC.
Congressman Joe Wilson supports Hidden Wounds
“Hidden Wounds is a safety net for veterans and is working beside the VA by providing emergency and immediate temporary care needed. Our veterans and their families have sacrificed so much for our nation. We owe them the highest level of respect and gratitude, and that begins by taking care of our wounded when they return home.” – Joe Wilson
Palmetto Sportsman Classic
This weekend, Hidden Wounds and Napa Auto Care Columbia Business Development Group are raffling a set of Yakohama tires valued at $750! Find us at State Fair Gounds infront of the food court, between the Wllison & Cantey building!
Thank you!
Hidden Wounds would like to thank everyone who joined us for the Pancake Breakfast Benefit, Saturday, March 6, 2010 at Fatz Café’ on Forest Drive, Columbia, SC! Because of everyone’s support, our first fundraiser was a great success! With everyone’s help, $4, 269.45 dollars were raised to help provide psychological care to veterans suffering from war combat [...]
Fatz Cafe’ Pancake Benefit Breakfast, Saturday March 6th
Hidden Wounds would like for you to join us for a pancake benefit at Fatz Café on Forest Drive in Columbia, SC, Saturday morning, March 6, 2010 from 7:30-10:30am. Tickets are $8.00 per person and proceeds will go towards immediate psychological injury treatments for veterans and military personnel in need.
Hidden Wounds
Check out our new logo! Many thanks to Ryan at AdStreet for all of his help. Please check back soon for new products produced by AdStreet, and the creative team here at Hidden Wounds. Share information from Hidden Wounds:
The War Is On! Fireteam
THE WAR IS ON! Hidden Wounds FIRETEAM units are officially in combat….maneuvering across South Carolina, attacking the stigma surrounding psychological challenges among our military personnel, and attacking the war at home.
WLTX Interview
Hidden Wounds will be featured an upcoming in an upcoming story on WLTX channel 19 in Columbia, SC. Below are some photos of the interview at Clark’s Office on Monday night with founder Anna Bigham, and Hidden Wounds Fireteam Leaders Dan Ramsey and Steven Diaz. Share information from Hidden Wounds:
Courage Within Me
Dear Hidden Wounds supporter, I have been incredibly pleased with the growth of Hidden Wounds in the short time since its creation. While I recognize that it become a business that seeks to help and serve those who have paid the ultimate form of servitude to our country, I also think it is important to [...]
Many veterans not getting enough treatment for PTSD
ScienceDaily (Feb. 12, 2010) — Although the Department of Veteran Affairs is rolling out treatments nationwide as fast as possible to adequately provide for newly diagnosed PTSD patients, there are still significant barriers to veterans getting a full course of PTSD treatment. The study is published in the latest issue of theJournal of Traumatic Stress. [...]
Brother’s suicide inspires founding of Hidden Wounds
Brother’s suicide inspires founding of Hidden Wounds to help combat veterans COLUMBIA, S.C. (Feb. 14, 2010) – In the aftermath of her brother’s suicide, Anna Bigham vowed to find a way to help other combat veterans and their families battle the demons of war. So, with friends and family, Bigham founded Hidden Wounds, a non-profit organization [...]
Making A Difference!
Dear Hidden Wounds Supporters, The past few weeks and months have been a whirlwind of excitement as Hidden Wounds has gotten off the ground. We had high expectations, but never thought things would come together this quickly, nor did we think we would get the publicity that we have. All of these are blessings [...]
Marine’s suicide shines light on depression
Mills Bigham was a 19-year-old Marine in Iraq when he made his first kill.While on a foot patrol, someone hurled a grenade at Bigham’s squad. Bigham, who was at the point, turned and fired.”I pulled the trigger quickly, twice. Pop … pop,” the Columbia Marine wrote in his journal.
Pancake Benefit
Hidden Wounds would like for you to join us for a pancake benefit at Fatz Café on Forest Drive in Columbia, SC, Saturday morning, March 6, 2010 from 7:30-10:30am. Tickets are $8.00 per person and proceeds will go towards immediate psychological injury treatments for veterans and military personnel in need. Bring your family and friends and enjoy delicious pancakes by Fatz Cafe while learning about Hidden Wounds! Get educated about PTSD, TBI, suicide prevention and danger signs! Learn how you can help make a difference! Support our American heroes and Hidden Wounds on March 6, 2010! To go plates, brochures, flyers, t-shirts, car magnets, and friendly faces will be available!
Mills’ Battle with PTSD
On Veterans Day, November 10, 2009, WIS-TV in Columbia, S.C. ran a story on Mills’ battle with PTSD, resulting from his two tours serving with Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment in Iraq. For more stories from WIS visit wistv.com Mills’ Hidden Wounds from Hidden Wounds on Vimeo. Share information from Hidden Wounds:
Mills’ First Kill: The Beginning
Let me tell you about my first kill, so you can understand the way death may or may not affect the living party. It took place in Hit, Iraq, on February 13th, 2006. I was on point, patrolling south, and searching for IEDs on the Main Service Road. I was doing everything a 19 year old does [...]
A Father’s Memory…
Mills arrived after several false alarms, “John, your wife just called and said come home, the baby is on the way!” And back home I would drive as fast as possible until on April 8, 1986 Mills finally arrived. There are many fine excellent memories of my son, but I never could have imagined his [...]