“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 [...]
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
Raffle Kick off!
The Columbia Business Development Group is raffling a set of Yokohama tires valued at $750.00 (Donated by Midstate Tires and Yokohama Corp.) to help Hidden Wounds raise money to support psychological injuries among our veterans!
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.
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 [...]
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