Vets4Vets is a non-partisan organization dedicated to helping Iraq and Afghanistan-era veterans to
heal from the psychological injuries of war through the use of peer support.
Vision
Our primary goal is to help Iraq and Afghanistan-era veterans understand the value of peer support and to regularly use peer support to express their emotions, manage their challenges and ease their reintegration into society. Our vision is that anytime a veteran needs to talk with someone who really understands, a local Vets4Vets peer support group is available at no cost. We envision Vets4Vets being a common name in the minds of all veterans as a place where they, and their comrades, can go to heal.
We Believe:
- Sharing personal experiences with those who have shared similar experiences is a powerful healing tool.
- Peer support does not require professionals.
- Peer support can take place in many formats including weekend workshops, one-on-one and in small or large groups.
- By taking equal and uninterrupted turns we benefit by both listening and speaking.
- By expressing the feelings associated with our experiences, we help each other heal.
- In providing an environment that is confidential, safe, and accepting.
- Taking part in positive community action, of their choosing, empowers veterans to further promote healing and reach out to other veterans.
- Use of drugs and alcohol hinders real emotional healing.
Strategic Planning Report 2010
2010 Annual Report
501C3
990 - 2009
Evaluation of Vets4Vets Effectiveness
Advisory Board/Committee
Research on Peer Support
Before and after evaluation of in Vets4Vets workshops in 2010 by Arizona State School of Social Work
Memorial Day 2011 Fundraising Letter
DCoE Newsletter Featuring Vets4Vets
First Lady, Michelle Obama, with Vets4Vets Leaders
March 2011 Update