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Welcome to Sail For Life, where the open sea becomes a transformative journey for veterans with PTSD. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to harness the healing power of sailing and empower those who have served their countries and their mind stayed in the battlefield.

Our Vision

At Sail For Life, we believe that the ocean holds a unique ability to heal. As veterans navigate the challenges of the open water, they also navigate their own personal struggles. Through the rhythm of the waves and the wind in their sails, they find solace, purpose, and renewed strength.

Our Program

Sailing as Therapy

Our program centers around sailing as a therapeutic experience. Here’s how it works:

1. Hands-On Sailing:     Veterans actively participate in operating sailing boats. Whether it’s      hoisting the sails, steering the vessel, or navigating the tides, they engage      in the art of sailing.
2. Challenges of the Ocean: The ocean presents its own set of      challenges—unpredictable weather, teamwork, and adaptability. As veterans      overcome these obstacles, they also confront their personal hurdles.
3. Healing and Resilience: The ocean’s vastness mirrors the vastness of the human      spirit. Through this immersive experience, veterans discover resilience,      camaraderie, and hope.

Social Innovation

Sail For Life is proud to be part of the OECD’s social innovation projects. We align with the OECD’s vision of creating positive change through innovative solutions. Here’s how we contribute:

• Conceptual Change:     We redefine therapy by taking it beyond traditional walls. Our approach      integrates nature, adventure, and community.
• Process Change:     Our program involves ongoing risk assessment, care coordination, and      reintegration assistance. We collaborate with healthcare providers,      command leadership, and Fleet and Family Support Center counselors.
• Product Change:     The product we offer is not just sailing; it’s empowerment. We equip      veterans with skills, confidence, and a renewed sense of purpose.
• Organizational Change: Sail For Life bridges public, non-profit, and private      sectors. Together, we co-construct solutions that address socioeconomic      issues and build territorial resilience.