SALT WATER WARRIORS
Cause Area
- Health & Medicine
- Veterans & Military Families
Location
20967 SKYLER DRN FT MYERS, FL 33917 United StatesWebsite:
https://saltwaterwarriors.org
Organization Information
Mission Statement
To empower veterans to achieve and maintain mental wellness by breaking through stigma and fostering trust, camaraderie, and resilience through the healing power of blue space. Our vision is a world where mental resilience is not just a possibility but a reality for every veteran, enabling them to thrive in every aspect of their lives, supported, celebrated, and understood. • Core Values: Acceptance. We meet our warriors where they are, honoring each individual’s unique path on their mental wellness journey. Excellence. We deliver best-in-class experiences, ensuring that our programs are impactful, meaningful, and supportive. Collaboration. We value and respect our partners, working together to enhance our mission and extend our reach. Commitment. We are steadfastly available to our warrior community, providing continuous support and connection.
Description
Imagine a journey where the weight of war is slowly lifted, and the scars of service are transformed into badges of strength. At Saltwater Warriors, we're not just providing mental health support - we're crafting a path to healing, empowerment, and redemption. And the best part? It's available to every veteran, at no cost, and with unwavering support every step of the way.
Saltwater Warriors emerges as a beacon of innovation in the realm of mental wellness for veterans, by seamlessly integrating the therapeutic serenity of blue spaces with the healing journey of counseling. We recognize the unique challenges faced by veterans, particularly the stigma around mental health issues and seeking help. By choosing open water as a backdrop for our endeavors, Saltwater Warriors fosters an environment where the vastness of our gulfs and oceans encourages openness and vulnerability. This setting persuades veterans to view counseling not as a sign of weakness, but as a valuable tool in their arsenal for achieving mental resilience, enabling them to reclaim active roles in their own lives as well as in their families and communities.