Researchers from the World Trade Center (WTC) Health Program presented their findings on Wednesday about the effects of 9/11 on responders and survivors involved in the New York City attack. The WTC Health Program provides healthcare and monitoring for responders and survivors at the WTC, the Pentagon, and the crash site near Shanksville, Pennsylvania. More.
Reflections: 15 years later, are firefighters ready to heal?
New York Giants Legend George Martin Speaks at VOICES Charity Golf Tournament
Next month, New York Giants legend George Martin speaks at an event meant to continually support those affected by the September 11th tragedy. He is speaking at the 2nd annual Voices of September 11th charity golf outing on September 6th. The event will be held at The Country Club of Fairfield in Connecticut. Golf Digest has rated it the second best course in the state. More.
Voices of September 11th to host symposium
Voices of September 11th (VOICES) will host its annual New Jersey symposium, "Promoting Resilience in Communities Impacted by Trauma," on April 6. The all-day symposium, to be held at the Livingston Campus Student Center at Rutgers University in Piscataway, features presentations and panel discussions led by subject matter experts and clinicians working in the field of trauma, grief and disaster mental health. More.
Mother of 9/11 victim: Needs have changed but still remain
Mary Fetchet, LCSW, a mother and clinical social worker, lost her 24-year-old son, Brad, on Sept. 11, 2001 — one of 2,977 who perished in the attacks at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. More.
Time Doesn’t Heal All Wounds
A panel of experts and clinicians in the field of trauma, grief and disaster mental health are convening next month at Rutgers University as part of a symposium examining communities devastated by mass violence and terrorism. More.
Grace Farms Foundation Announces Grants of Program Space
Grace Farms has announced its first round of space grants that will allow local, state and national not-for-profit organizations to use the facilities of the 80-acre space. The grants were awarded to 42 not-for-profit organizations whose programs focus nature, arts, community, justice and faith. More.
9/11 Family Members Invited to Share Experiences to Help Others
To help families heal after losing a loved one to mass violence, it is critical to first recognize that the experience and needs of each family member are unique and continue to evolve for many years. More.
Voices of Sept. 11 to honor resident Jeff Fager at annual gala
New Canaan-based Voices of September 11th will hold its seventh annual Always Remember Gala on Nov. 5 at Guastavino's in New York. The evening's program features a keynote conversation with Thomas H. Kean, chairman of the 9/11 Commission, and former U.S. Sen. Joe Lieberman, former chairman of the Senate Homeland Security Committee. Norah O'Donnell, co-host of "CBS This Morning," will serve as moderator. More.