Lauren
“Being a member of Hives for Heroes has saved my life. I couldn’t connect to people. Now, not only do I connect, I teach, I listen and I learn. If only through bees, I connect. HFH has taught me how to build a bridge back to people.”
Derrick
“The community has welcomed me greatly, and I’ve gotten a sense of comradery that I miss from my time in service”
Patrick
“I love working with bees and networking with fellow bee keepers. I’ve shared my experiences on social media and now friends and fellow veterans have come to my hives to work with bees and learn about the life.”
Rob
“Being a member of Hives for Heroes has given me a reason to expand my mind through research. To connect with other veterans through another channel other than just war stories.”
Shon
“Working with bees has allowed me to feel like I am being productive without having to be around large groups of people, The bees calm my mind and i am forced to move slowly and deliberately which allows me to focus.”
Kanya
“I now have a new view of nature and all of it’s flowers. I now spot honey bees while out in nature and it simply brings be a special kind of joy knowing I’m doing my part.”
Jesse
“Coming off of a tour as a covid nurse, I took up beekeeping to keep my mind busy and develop a new hobby. Everything from the smell of the hive, to the first honey harvest has been satisfying and rewarding.”
Vera
“Honestly I am still learning but I enjoy everything I learn about. It makes me feel part of something bigger than me. A community who is passionate.”
Felicia
“It has provided me with an opportunity to find a “QUIET” place in the chaos of the bees. They are so busy and so complicated, yet there is a stillness inside the hive that offers a distraction from anxiety. The time working with bees I can take a break from the rest of the world AND BREATH. I love the outdoors and nature. I always have. However, with joint ailments and multiple back surgeries- hiking and other activities that I have always enjoyed are just not feasible options. But I can work with bees. I can enjoy this outside time with a purpose.”
