Contributions by Lalaine Estella

On this Parents’ Day, TAPS asked survivors Nicki and Laurie Turner to share what makes their special mother/daughter-in-law relationship work.

Dr. James Gordon’s new book is about natural, evidence-based techniques to re-energize our bodies and help cope with grief and trauma.

TAPS Young Adult program goals are to set up our young adult survivors for success in every aspect of life—career, work-life balance and service.

Single parent, veteran and survivor shares what she’s learned with those who are navigating the often emotional transition from childhood to adulthood.

The need for volunteers at TAPS is increasing as the number of survivors seeking comfort and care increases, and programming grows to support them

This spring, we’re excited to start training for the fall race season as we continue to make every mile memory in honor of our loved ones.

TAPS proudly recognizes Kevin Penn as the TAPS Military Mentor of the Year for his outstanding work on behalf of surviving children of fallen service members.

A growing body of research is showing that controlled breathing has been shown to reduce stress and improve overall physical and mental health.

Increase your happiness by going out of your way to do something kind and unexpected for someone else.

Survivors Crystal and her son Max fostered a sick little puppy named Earl who stole their heart, and the hearts of 4 million viewers.

TAPS Men's Programs provide opportunities for surviving men to connect with others who have experienced the loss of a loved one who served.

TAPS has doubled the number of Care Groups with the support of Peer Mentors in communities across the country.

Registration is open for Survivor Seminars, Good Grief Camps and other opportunities for gathering with fellow survivors in the New Year.

"It’s healing. When I sit there and paint, there is a connection I have to my son. I feel motivated."

Thousands of volunteers will participate on Saturday, December 15, to place wreaths on veterans’ graves at over a thousand cemeteries throughout the country.

Listen to a podcast on the impact suicide grief has on three survivors. Discussion hosted by TAPS Dr. Shauna Springer.

A TAPS Peer Mentor and mentee count on each other for love and support.

“I became a Peer Mentor after receiving so much care and compassion during my early days of grief.” ~ Melinda Kane

TAPS Military and Legacy Mentors share personal reasons for volunteering to support grieving children and teens.

Surviving mother and daughter to attend the Washington International Horse Show’s 7th Annual Military Night in Washington, D.C.

The VA is working to resolve technical issues that have resulted in delayed in payments and processing of GI Bill benefits this fall semester.

“There’s a camp for children who lost a loved one in the military?”

A TAPS Peer Mentor and mentee share their story and connection.

Through TAPS' Fallen Hero Match, runners are paired with surviving military families to let them know their loved one’s sacrifice will never be forgotten.

TAPS can connect survivors to grief resources close to home. Upon request, TAPS can provide a detailed report of support groups in your community.

Walking group programs offer participants an opportunity to share, re-energize and learn from others who have also experienced grief.