Scuba Diving Offers Vital Relief for Veterans For many injured veterans, leaving the military isn’t as simple as just coming home. They often face unique challenges as they transition from active duty
6 Tips for Planning a Dive Trip With a Wheelchair While scuba diving has long offered an opportunity to transcend terrestrial mobility, dive operators have not always been the most wheelchair-friendly. However, in recent years,
Depression in Veterans Improved by Scuba Diving Visible injuries get a lot of attention, but many of the wounds our veterans carry are the invisible scars of their service. Among the most
Healing Divers With PFDD: Scott V. Welcome to the first installment of Healing Dives with PFDD. In this ongoing series, we’ll introduce you to the injured veterans whose lives were improved
Why PFDD Trains Divers Exclusively Through PADI Stress is something we can all appreciate during the holiday season. Crowded stores, jam-packed schedules, and social obligations that seem to pile up. The thought
Scuba Diving Helps Relieve Chronic Pain When was the last time you moved pain-free? Pain-free mobility is a luxury many of us enjoy. However, 50% of wheelchair users report chronic pain
10 Ways You Can Support Adaptive Diving for Veterans On average, it costs $1,000 to train an injured veteran to scuba dive. Yet, the average American donates just over $700 to charity annually. That
What Is a PFDD Adaptive Diving Course Since 2013, Patriots for Disabled Divers has trained over 1,000 veterans to scuba dive. Our programs help injured veterans embrace the therapeutic benefits of adaptive