WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT

Members of the Navy ESPORTS Team, Goats & Glory, paired with wounded warriors to participate in the first-ever Navy ESPORTS Wounded Warrior Tournament.

A diehard Philadelphia Eagles fan and Army veteran from Jacksonville got the surprise of a lifetime on Monday when she was gifted two tickets to Super Bowl LVII.

Harley-Davidson on Wednesday gave a motorcycle to a veteran who pulled a woman from a burning car earlier this year.

The group biked to Jacksonville Beach from Mickler's Landing and made the trip back. Their mission is to raise awareness about mental health and post-traumatic stress and the toll it can take on women veterans.

People came together Monday at Memorial Day services across Northeast Florida to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States armed forces.

Veterans poisoned by toxic burn pits could get much-needed relief if a bill passed in the U.S. House also gets approved by the Senate.

If there’s a suggestion that Gabriel George can’t do something, that’s a challenge, something that the 35-year-old Jacksonville resident never turns down.

For many Jacksonville veterans, unique mental and physical injuries have come to light during prolonged periods of social distancing, associated with the COVID pandemic.

The Wounded Warrior Project "Carry Forward" 5K returned to Jacksonville Saturday morning. More than 2,000 runners signed up to participate in the event after it was postponed in November because of inclement weather.

As we head into what the city of Jacksonville has called the Week of Valor, Sunday's "This Week in Jacksonville" will focus on issues facing veterans.

As we head into what the city of Jacksonville has called the Week of Valor, Sunday's "This Week in Jacksonville" will focus on issues facing veterans.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Every year The Players Championship pays tribute to veteran and the men and women serving our country through its Military Appreciation Day. The annual golf tournament had to cancel its traditional ceremony and concert due to public health concerns. News4Jax and The Players are teaming up for a fundraiser to help local groups that support our military, including the Wounded Warrior Project and The Fire Watch, a nonprofit that aims to identify and help veterans and service members in crisis. The mission is simple: raise money for nonprofit groups such as the Wounded Warrior Project and The Fire Watch, to end veteran suicide and give veterans the resources they need. Then let us know how you plan to make a difference in our community, whether it’s through Match4Military or another way.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Wounded warriors from around the area pushed themselves to the limit and cycled 18-miles on the roads of Jacksonville on Friday. This year’s Soldier Ride began and ended from the Wounded Warrior Project’s headquarters on A.C. Skinner Parkway. Since the beginning of the global pandemic, wounded warriors have been tireless in their efforts to maintain momentum in their recovery despite the disruptions in their daily routines. As the nation slowly opens back up, so too is the Wounded Warrior Project programing and Friday’s event allows recovering veterans to get outside and get active while still maintaining social distance. Soldier Ride uses adaptive cycling technology to help wounded veterans redefine their limitations and become well-adjusted in mind and body.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Wounded Warrior Project on Thursday held a cycling camp in Jacksonville for couples. It comes at a pivotal time because of the coronavirus pandemic. In the video above, News4Jax photographer Al Campbell shows how the camp helps develop skills for the veterans and helps warrior couples strengthen their active lifestyle.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. Having difficulty just getting around the house for daily tasks is a reality of life for many wounded veterans, like Jarrod Addison. The Jacksonville native, who served in the Army, sometimes needs to use a wheelchair when pain from his injuries becomes unbearable. But his apartment was filled with carpeted floors, making it almost impossible to easily use his wheelchair inside. But thanks to money granted to Homes For Our Troops by Wounded Warrior Project, Jarrod has a new family home that has been adapted to his needs. Jarrod's new home will allow him to use his wheelchair when needed, allowing him to be more mobile.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - The Wounded Warrior Project "Put the Mission in Motion" this Veterans Day weekend, and on Saturday, more than 2,000 people participated in its Carry Forward 5K in Jacksonville. According to Wounded Warrior Project, events were held in San Diego, Nashville and San Antonio. Wounded Warrior ProjectGabriel George and Laura Root are just two of the people who have been helped by Wounded Warrior Project. People running in the 5K carry either a flag, a weight of up to 100 pounds or even another person. "Wearing the logo for Wounded Warrior Project is about carrying someone else forward."

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - The Wounded Warrior Project says it's going to "Put the Mission in Motion" this Veterans Day weekend, and on Saturday, it plans on more than 2,000 people participating in its... Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.

During Carry Forward, each participant carries a flag, a weight (from 1 to 100 pounds), or even another person. No matter what is held, it's a show of support for wounded warriors. CARRY FORWARD: Jacksonville event detailsJacksonville is the fourth city to host a Carry Forward event this year; San Diego, Nashville, and San Antonio combined for more than 5,000 participants. Special group of WWP members form team for Carry ForwardOne group of local wounded warriors has formed a special team for Carry Forward Jacksonville. The Jacksonville resident says adaptive sports empower him to light the way for other wounded warriors.

But the survey also puts a spotlight on other mental and physical health challenges that veterans are facing. VIEW: 2019 Annual Warrior Survey Report of FindingsOverall, half of the 35,000 veterans registered with the organization who participated in the survey reported their health as being excellent, very good or good. The survey found the most common five health issues reported by veterans were:Sleep problems (87.5%)Post-traumatic stress disorder (82.8%)Anxiety (80.7%)Back, neck or shoulder problems (76.8%)Depression (76.5%)According to the survey, maintaining a healthy weight was also a common problem for veterans. While the survey identified areas of need among post-9/11 wounded veterans, according to WWP, it also showed successes in other areas. With the help of organizations such as WWP, veterans can work toward having healthier lives.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - More than 80% of wounded, ill and injured veterans registered with Wounded Warrior Project report symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, according to the findings of a new... Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.