In this episode of the Mission of Healing podcast, listeners are introduced to the inspiring story of Pat and Trish Turnage and how their personal experiences led them to create a foundation dedicated to veteran healing. Described as a grassroots organization based in Pierce County, the Mission of Healing Foundation aims to offer veterans suffering from PTSD new avenues for healing through mission trips and community involvement. The discussion dives deep into the foundation's partnership with organizations like Children's Cup and strategies that aim to shift veterans' mindsets from destructiveness to constructive and meaningful engagement. The conversation also highlights the transformative power of mission trips, not just for the communities they serve, but also for the veterans who participate. The Turnages discuss the unique model of veteran support that involves travel, community building, and skill acquisition in places like Africa and Honduras. Key topics include the challenges veterans face in seeking help for PTSD, the importance of community and veteran connections, and innovative methods for integrating veterans into meaningful projects that promote healing and skill-building. The episode provides an enlightening view into the Mission of Healing's unique approach, emphasizing the importance
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Mission For Healing Podcast is a heartfelt platform created by Trish and Pat Turnage, founders of the Mission For Healing Foundation. Its core mission is to honor and support veterans transitioning from military service to civilian life—focusing on healing through storytelling, service, and community connection.
Here’s what the podcast stands for:
Amplifying Veteran Voices: Each episode shares personal stories of resilience, trauma, and triumph, helping veterans feel seen and heard.
Fostering Community: It emphasizes the importance of camaraderie and emotional support, especially through mission trips and service opportunities.
Promoting Healing: Whether through fundraising, outreach, or simply offering a space to talk, the podcast is a tool for emotional recovery and reconnection.
Inclusive Impact: It invites not just veterans but also families, caregivers, and allies to participate in the healing journey.
The Turnages bring their lived experience—Pat’s multiple deployments and Trish’s advocacy—to create a space where coming home is just the beginning.
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Apr 26 202621 mins