UWS’ Church Partnership Program continues to gain momentum as the network of local churches grows in support of our veteran community. A group of “veteran champions” representing nine different churches […]
For veterans, transitioning back into civilian life is a complicated process. The psychological burdens of war and transition stress can result in anger and depression, leading some to self-medication and […]
War & Moral Injury War and Moral Injury is a collection of essays written by servicemembers, poets, and chaplains. “Moral Injury” is the more recently explored phenomenon of what happens […]
Growing up, Bobby Stucker was inspired by his father and uncle, from whom he learned what sporting the Air Force uniform stood for. Keeping with the traditions of his Armed […]
Thanks to our partnership with Greenville County Aquatic Complex and their U.S. Masters Swimming program, Upstate veterans are hitting the pool to learn everything from basic swim safety to advanced […]
The 2nd Annual Operation Christmas Blessing was a success! Thanks to the generous collaboration of a host of partners and individual community sponsors, we were able to provide personalized gifts, […]
On December 3rd, 2021, the HigherGround Hikers held their Annual Gourmet Lunch and Boutique. Members started the day by shopping for four veteran families sponsored through UWS’ Operation Christmas Blessing. […]
Ryan Flynn joined the Marine Corps in 1998 as an infantryman. During his 23 years in the military, he was deployed six times, including a combat deployment to Iraq. He […]
Johnny Brewer served in the US Air Force with Strategic Air Command from 1972 to 1974, receiving an honorable discharge. He connected with Upstate Warrior Solution in 2019. He was […]
When it comes to coordinating holistic, community-based care for our warriors, Upstate Warrior Solution believes in cultivating long-term relationships with our veterans and their families and working collaboratively to meet […]
