Yoga for Veterans!!!

http://www.yogaforvetsnyc.org/Yoga_for_Vets_NYC/Welcome.html



I discovered this really cool organization that does yoga and meditation with veterans!!! I have been becoming increasingly interested in the mental health of former military members because it seems that they are mostly just prescriped medication upon medication, not given therapy or other resources to really help recover from the trauma they experienced. possible professional career path...check out the organization and spread the word to anyone who could benefit!



Yoga for Vets NYC started in July 2008 as a service for NYC veterans. Founded by a former Marine, the program is designed specifically for veterans dealing with injuries or trauma, but every veteran is welcome, regardless of age, era or experience.


Classes are small enough to give attention to individual students who may be dealing with specific injuries, challenges or disabilities. No prior experience with yoga is necessary.
The Meditation and Relaxation class does not involve any physical activity, and is accessible to all students, regardless of injury or physical capability.

Yoga classes include simple instruction in four key elements of yoga: breathing techniques, meditation, deep relaxation, and poses which are therapeutic or invigorating. Modifications of poses are taught for any students with specific physical challenges. All of these elements of yoga are designed to relax the mind, relieve stress and anxiety, and restore the body back to health.