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Teeing up to help veterans, first responders with PTSD
The Water Valley Golf Club hosted the second annual fundraiser for the Veteran Hunters.
The Water Valley Golf Club hosted the second annual fundraiser for the Veteran Hunters.
It's a non-profit organization providing peer support to veterans, active-duty members and first responders through outdoor activities like hunting and fishing trips.
'The hunting and fishing are a hook to get our brothers and sisters connected to us in an outdoor setting. As a veteran brother of mine said, the healing begins in the truck when we start to talk,' said Todd Hisey, Veteran Hunters CEO and founder.
Hisey is a 22-year army veteran, and his service left him with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
'Having been through my own mental-health journey and I'm equipped to help my brothers and sisters go through theirs. … All the programs that we offer are all peer-led,' said Hisey.
Todd Hisey, Veteran Hunters CEO and founder, is a 22-year army veteran, and his service left him with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Todd Hisey, Veteran Hunters CEO and founder, is a 22-year army veteran, and his service left him with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
This year's golf tournament participants were split between Veteran Hunters members and civilians.
'I think it's really important to support our veterans. I think it's important to be there for people who are willing to give it all and (leave) their home and the comfort of what's familiar to go to the unfamiliar for the cause of our country and the freedoms we get to have every day,' said Brad Flynn, golf tournament participant.
'It's the greatest act of love, I think, defending another.'
The organization also has programs for spouses and children of members.
To donate or learn more about the Veteran Hunters, visit their website.
