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Exciting news! ?? The Benefit Concert for Ukraine is back on May 4th, and it's set to be our best yet. Experience solo and chamber performances by musicians from the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Carnegie Mellon University, and the University of Connecticut. Watch the full video on our YouTube channel here: https://lnkd.in/eUdm-bBm The proceeds will support DTCare's vital programs in Ukraine, including humanitarian aid, mental health services, and veteran support. Join us at 4 PM at the Park Presbyterian Church in Beaver, PA. For more details and donation info, visit https://lnkd.in/gFHURFhd or contact [email protected]. ?? Shot by Oleksandr Frazé-Frazénko #TheDTCareDifference #SupportUkraine #UkraineBenefitConcert

Our next Hero's Compass session launched with VETERANKA! ?? We're thrilled to announce the start of our first Hero's Compass session of the year, in collaboration with the Ukrainian Women Veteran Movement (UWVM) Charity Foundation VETERANKA, supporting Ukraine's women veterans as they rebuild their lives after service. Highlights so far include: - Team building: Engaging in activities that foster trust and unity among participants. - Art therapy: Clay workshops offer space for healing and personal reflection. - Personal growth: Group challenges encourage resilience and self-discovery. This 8-day adventure-based counseling retreat in the scenic Carpathian Mountains is paving the way for healing, growth, and moving forward. ?? With guidance from our experienced mentors, therapists, and guides, participants are forging a new path toward healing. We're excited about the positive transformations underway. Stay tuned for more about VETERANKA's inspiring journey with DTCare's Hero's Compass! #HerosCompass #TheDTCareDifference #VETERANKA #WomenVeterans

Empowering Balkan educators for a safer future! ???? DTCare Sarajevo, CEPS College, and the International Association of Forensic Experts teamed up to host an impactful workshop on "Preventative Measures and Interdiction of Violence in Schools and Public Institutions." ?? Administrators, faculty, and teachers gained crucial insights into cybersecurity, peer-based abuse prevention, and active shooter response—an initiative developed in collaboration with Texas State University's Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) Center. Together, we're building a safer environment for students and communities. ?? ? #SaferSchools #EducationMatters #CommunitySafety #TheDTCareDifference

Meeting?Joe Brazzle?in?Truskavets, Ukraine,?was a deep dive into?what true commitment to veterans looks like. Joe brings?energy, passion, and years of expertise?in?adventure-based counseling, helping veterans process their service experiences, rebuild resilience, and transition back into civilian life. His journey to?Hero’s Compass program, run by DTCare?started at a global conference, where he met?Courtney Robson, DTCare’s?Ukraine Country Manager. Seeing the need for veteran support in Ukraine,?Joe stepped up. Now, he’s here, leading?B.R.A.V.E. Training, an intensive program that is?certifying our entire Hero’s Compass facilitation team?to deliver the most impactful?resilience-building and empowerment techniques?for Ukrainian veterans. The?B.R.A.V.E. Training Protocol (Building Resilience and Adventure for Veterans Empowerment)?is a?structured, multi-session certification program, ensuring our facilitators are fully prepared to?lead veterans through PTSD recovery, moral injury healing, and transition challenges. This is only the beginning. Over the next few months, I’ll be sharing insights and real moments from?our journey ahead, including?videos from the field. For now, I’ll leave you with?Joe’s message to Ukrainian veterans: "The sun will rise again! If you just hold on, the sun will show up again. And there is always another opportunity" More to come...

Proud to share that I have officially completed the?B.R.A.V.E. (Building Resilience and Adventure for Veterans Empowerment) Training, led by DTCare, Courtney Robson, and?Joe Brazzle, a U.S. Army veteran, licensed therapist, and expert in adventure-based counseling. This certification is a commitment to empowering veterans through structured, experience-driven healing. The B.R.A.V.E. protocol is designed to help veterans navigate PTSD, moral injury, and the challenges of transitioning back to civilian life using?adventure-based counselling, resilience training, and community-building. As?Program Director of Hero’s Compass, I believe that to truly lead, you must be willing to walk the same path as those you serve. A huge thank you to?Joe for guidance and expertise. This is just the beginning, we continue building a future where every veteran has the tools, support, and strength to thrive.

Some projects go beyond words — they become experiences that shape us. For the past few months, STARTERPS has been honored to provide interpretation for DTCare skillshare sessions, connecting Ukrainian art therapists with global expertise. Our incredible interpreter, Mariana Khovan, has been at the heart of these sessions, witnessing firsthand the resilience, dedication, and compassion of those using art to help others heal in wartime Ukraine. ?? Mariana shares her experience: "I always look forward to these meetings, as I enjoy the relaxed, friendly atmosphere they provide. Dana Elmendorf, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, the host, is invariably warm, good-natured, compassionate, and patient. Moreover, I’m always curious to learn what the participants of the calls have to share — what’s been happening 'on the ground' in the world of art therapy in wartime Ukraine. I truly admire the dedication of these people to the work they do, their devotion to helping those in need feel better, and their commitment to continue doing what they’re doing, no matter what’s happening around them and in the world today. I feel very grateful to DTCare for being there for our therapists in these challenging times, and to STARTERPS for letting me be part of that." Huge thanks to DTCare for supporting Ukrainian therapists in these difficult times and to Dana for leading these meetings with warmth and patience. We’re proud to be part of this journey. If your organization is working across languages and cultures, STARTERPS is here to ensure every word carries the impact it deserves. ?? Big missions deserve clear voices. Let’s make it happen — reach out today!

Mark your calendars! ?? Join us for the Fourth Benefit Concert for Ukraine on May 4, 2025, at 4 pm, at the Park Presbyterian Church in Beaver, PA. This classical music concert features musicians from the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Carnegie Mellon University, and the University of Connecticut. Proceeds support DTCare’s programs in Ukraine to provide humanitarian aid, mental health services through art therapy and adventure-based counseling, and veteran support programs. ???? Together, we can make a significant impact and provide hope to those who need it most! ?? Learn more about the event and how to donate: https://lnkd.in/gFHURFhd Have questions for us? Contact us! DTCare: [email protected] / 412 262 2755 Park Presbyterian Church: [email protected] / 724 775 2936

This International Women's Day, DTCare celebrates the power and diversity of women around the world! ???? We're committed to equality through our 50/50 board, merit-based hiring, and enhanced training and skillshare opportunities. Our programs are inclusive and mindful of the communities we serve, and we proudly partner with powerhouse women's organizations like Days for Girls International to provide essential women's health education and supplies. Together, we continue to advocate and make a difference for women today and every day. ? From all of us at DTCare, happy International Women's Day! #InternationalWomensDay #TheDTCareDifference #CelebratingWomen

We're thrilled to partner with KidzCan Zimbabwe to support their remarkable mission of child cancer relief and Sharon and Shanice's internship journey. ?? This collaboration allows them to gain practical experience, from marketing to administrative support, by learning directly from the talented KidzCan team. ? #TheDTCareDifference #KidzCanxDTCare #EmpowerYouth

Exciting news! ?? DTCare's Better Learning Brighter Futures Program is expanding to the U.S., and we're thrilled to welcome our first U.S. student, Davi! At 18, Davi is pursuing a Business Administration degree at PennWest California. Originally focused on Africa, our BLBF Program now supports deserving students like Davi here in the U.S., empowering them to reach their full potential. Best of luck with your studies, Davi—we look forward to supporting you on your academic journey! ?? Join us in supporting students like Davi by contributing to our Better Learning Brighter Futures Program! Head to www.dtcare.org/donate and add a note that you'd like your donation allocated to ??????????????????. Together, we can empower the next generation! #TheDTCareDifference #BetterLearningBrighterFutures #StudentSuccess?