in the male-dominated Marine Corps there can be additional hazards. “Hundreds of women are speaking of military sexual trauma,” says Horan. “I wasn’t raped, but there are a lot of terrible things that do happen. Those things contribute to PTSD for women.”
In support of a Veteran Art prize workshop. 92 for 22 sponsored two work shops
Like so many other veterans, Horan finds comfort from the PTSD within the brotherhood of other veterans. She is active in the Grand Rapids-based organization called 92 For 22. The group works to combat the impact of PTSD and eliminate veteran suicides. It is generally believed that 22 veterans die by suicide every day in this country. The group conducts an annual 92-mile hike to raise money to tackle depression and suicide within their ranks. Horan and others within 92 For 22 use the funds raised to deal with a wide range of issues faced by veterans. In some cases it could be providing
Marine sisters Catherine Munoz, Monica Siegfried/Boles
Santa hat in Iraq shooting 50 cal.
Iraq 2003 awaiting call of war by President Bush.. this photo was from another marine I know. GR Memorial Day Parade
Was asked to play for a Veteran slow pitch softball team against first responders. Held by VetGR and Hero Services of West Michigan. Played at 5/3 ball park.
Staged on side of road on convoy in Iraq
Dinner benefit at Monellis
Equipment Plation in Iraq
I work at Fred and Lena Meijer Heart Center in Grand Rapids as a Cardiothoracic registered nurse
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