Vets Recover

04/17/2026

Our 2 Overcome Program just wrapped up an incredible NAUI TRY SCUBA event in Gulf Shores at the Community Center Pool

We had 8 veterans and family members gear up, get in the water, and experience SCUBA for the very first time—facing fears, building confidence, and finding a new love for “blowing bubbles” beneath the surface. It was powerful to watch the smiles, high-fives, and breakthroughs as they discovered what they’re capable of.

This is just one of the many ways we’re creating opportunities for connection, recovery, and growth through new experiences. We’ve got classes and more events coming up in the months ahead, so be sure to follow us and keep an eye out for the next announcement—you don’t want to miss it.

04/16/2026

Last Friday we had an amazing afternoon with our friends at Vets to Cowboys, Inc., and we’re still feeling grateful.
We were able to bring veterans from our programs, along getting to spend time with other veterans and family members, out to the ranch to:

- Learn about pasture rotation and rotational grazing

- Spend time with show calves and talk livestock care

- Explore NRCS and USDA programs that support land stewardship and agriculture opportunities for veterans

Experiences like this remind us that there are many paths to recovery, growth, healing, and forging a new sense of purpose.

Huge thank you to Vets 2 Cowboys for opening their gates, sharing their knowledge, and welcoming our veteran community so warmly.

04/13/2026

Scuba diving has a way of slowing everything down and making you be present in the moment. We give Veterans space to breathe again and reset with positive communal outings.

Thank you to the Georgia Aquarium and The Home Depot Foundation for making this happen.

If you're a veteran struggling with drugs or alcohol, visit Vets Recover at 1200 Spring Hill Avenue in Mobile, AL, for a rehabilitation program built by veterans, for veterans.

Healing doesn’t always happen in a room
Sometimes, it happens in the water… surrounded by something bigger than yourself.

04/09/2026

Most people see a scuba tank, we see a path to healing.

Our H2O (Helping 2 Overcome) program goes beyond certification. It’s an adventure-based peer support system built to address PTSD, isolation, and anxiety through shared experience and trust.

Studies suggest diving’s weightlessness and deep focus can significantly ease PTSD symptoms. At Vets Recover, we don’t just talk about recovery, we practice it in the water.

Veterans and families alike are welcome. The mission is simple: never heal alone.

Ready to start? Join us at facebook.com/VeteransDive or call 251-405-3677.

04/09/2026

Help us celebrate our April Team Member of the Month, Scotty Irwin!

Scotty is a proud U.S. Army veteran who now serves her fellow veterans through our Rooted In Recovery Program, bringing the same dedication, discipline, and heart she showed in uniform. She shows up every day with compassion, creativity, and a deep commitment to our veterans and their families, from facilitating groups and activities to offering a steady, supportive presence when it’s needed most.

We are incredibly grateful for Scotty’s military service and for the impact she makes here at Vets Recover every single day. Drop a comment below to help us thank her for all she does for our community!

04/08/2026

At Vets Recover, transformation is usually a story, but now you can see it. Thanks to Lowe’s Hometowns, our courtyard has evolved from plain concrete into a healing space where veterans can connect and benefit from aquatic therapy.

04/08/2026

We talk a lot about transformation at Vets Recover, but this time, you can see it in the bricks and mortar. A massive salute to Lowe’s Hometowns for their incredible grant, and everybody else that made this possible.

Thanks to their support, our courtyard is no longer just a space, it’s a sanctuary.

04/05/2026

Hope is never out of reach. No matter where you are in your journey, healing, purpose, and a new beginning are possible.

At Vets Recover, we stand ready every single day to walk alongside those who need it most. You are not alone—and you never have to be.

If today feels heavy, know this: there is a place for you here. A community that understands. A path forward that’s worth taking.

03/31/2026

Sign up for the Healing Ground Veteran Music Retreat.

Hurry, as spots are limited, and we are carefully selecting participants to ensure the best experience for everyone.

Price: Free

No guitar? No problem. Every participant receives a free guitar before the retreat, and it’s yours to keep.

👉 Contact: (251) 405-3677

We’d be honored to have you join us.

This program is funded in part by Norfolk Southern and the Thriving Communities Grant

03/28/2026