Wellness Challenge
Giving up soda and high sugar juice for the month of November may seem like a daunting task, but the benefits are well worth the effort. Not only can cutting out these sugary drinks help with weight loss, but it can also improve overall health and well-being. First and foremost, soda and high sugar juice […]
Operation Red Wings Foundation Joins Forces with NuCalm to Enhance Veterans’ Sleep Quality and Reduce the Effects of Stress and Anxiety
Stress and anxiety, including anxiety disorders, can have a detrimental impact on our sleep. Sleep is a fundamental aspect of our overall well-being, and it’s crucial for maintaining good mental and physical health. Unfortunately, many Veterans, especially those who have experienced the harrowing effects of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), and […]
October Wellness Challenge : Why You Should Aim for 10,000 Steps a Day
This month’s #ORWFWellnessChallenge is all about striving to reach 10,000 steps a day in order to improve our overall health and wellbeing. While this may seem like a daunting task at first, it’s actually easier than you might think to work your way up to this goal. With a little bit of motivation and determination, […]
Volunteering: How Helping Others Can Help You Heal
Volunteering is often thought of as a selfless act, a way to give back to the community and help those in need. But what about the benefits for the volunteer? It turns out that volunteering can actually be therapeutic for the person giving their time and energy to help others. This is particularly true for […]
Lucky 19 Brewing Company: Brewing for a Cause
Operation Red Wings Foundation and Lucky 19 Brewing Company Join Forces for a Cause At Operation Red Wings Foundation (ORWF), our mission is clear: to provide Veterans and their families with a path to healing from their invisible wounds, honor the memory of the fallen and promote unity and patriotism throughout the nation. Recently, we’ve […]
The Benefits of Cutting Back on Alcohol for Veterans and Military Members
As a Veteran or Service Member, you have dedicated your life to serving your country and protecting the freedoms of others. It’s important to take care of yourself both mentally and physically in order to continue serving to the best of your ability. One way to do this is by cutting back on alcohol consumption. […]
The Benefits of Eating Whole Foods: Why it’s Time to Cut Out Processed Foods
September is here and it’s a great time to start thinking about your health and wellness goals. One way to improve your overall health is to cut out processed foods and instead focus on eating whole, unprocessed foods. Processed foods are those that have been altered in some way, either through packaging, preservation, or other […]
The #ORWFWellnessChallenge- Join Us in Committing to Morning Exercises in August
Are you ready for a challenge? The ORWF Wellness Challenge for the month of August is here, and we’re calling on supporters and Veterans alike to join us in committing to daily morning exercises. Why morning exercises, you might ask? There are several benefits to starting your day with a workout. First and foremost, it […]
Adverse Childhood Experiences and How They Play a Role In The Lives of Veterans
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are defined as potentially traumatic events that occur in childhood or adolescence, including physical, sexual, or emotional abuse; physical or emotional neglect; household dysfunction (e.g., domestic violence, substance abuse, mental illness); and/or separation from caregivers. These experiences can have a significant impact on an individual’s mental and physical health, particularly when […]
Biofeedback Therapy- A Powerful Tool for Improving Quality of Life in Veterans with PTSD and mTBI
Biofeedback is a form of therapy that involves using sensors to measure physiological responses, such as heart rate, skin temperature, and muscle tension. These sensors provide real-time feedback to the user, allowing them to learn how to control their body’s responses to stress. Biofeedback has been shown to be an effective treatment for a variety […]
