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"Healing often looks like starting over a thousand times. Each time we discover a truth, shed an old belief, implement a new skill, or resist an old pattern, we reach a new level. Growth is a collection of all the times we tried and tried again.” ~Dr. Vassilia Binensztok.

Congratulations to Maddie McCann!

Maddie McCann, currently our Director of Agriculture, brings years of farm management and leadership experience to her new role as the Director of Operations. This means that we're looking for someone to fill her current position.

Job Posting, Agricultural Manager

📌 Position: Part-Time, seasonal.

💵 Wages: $20.00 per hour up to 35 hours a week, not to exceed 40 hours a week during peak seasons.

📅 Schedule: Tuesday–Saturday, 830am - 430pm (Some evenings/weekends may be required for special events.)

🌱 Mission: To enhance the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of our nation's Veterans and their families. 

Complete job description can be found here.

Beginner Knitting

Learn the FUNdamentals including the knit stitch, purl stitch, casting on at the beginning of a project and casting off at the end of a project. Practice at home is required for this class but the quicker you become comfortable with the 4 basics, the more we can add to this class including increases and decreases. Learn how to read the labels on yarn, the different types of needles, knitting notions and how to pick out a yarn (and what to avoid as a beginner) and more. Needles and yarn will be provided so just bring a can do attitude!

When: Wednesdays, February 4, 18, and 25, 2026

Where: Veterans Healing Farm, 138 Kimzey Road, Mills River, NC

Time: 1pm - 4pm

Acupuncture

The Daoist Traditions Acupuncture Clinic is located in Asheville NC. Their clinical interns are in the final phase of a rigorous four-year academic program and treat patients under the direct supervision of clinical faculty who are NC licensed acupuncturists. Interns complete 900 hours of clinical training to develop their skills as practitioners. The clinic provides 6,000+ affordable patient treatments each year and 500+ free treatments through non-profit partnerships and community events.

Acupuncture has been part of the VA Whole Health System since 2018. It is recognized by the World Health Organization for its benefits for anxiety, depression, musculoskeletal pain, neurological pain, insomnia, stress, and so much more!

When: Thursday, February 5, 2026

Where: Veterans Healing Farm, 138 Kimzey Road, Mills River, NC

Time: 9am - 1pm

Herbal Aphrodisiacs -

Valentine’s Special Workshop

In this beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop, we’ll explore traditional herbal aphrodisiacs - botanical allies that support circulation, vitality, mood, and the sweet mechanics of desire. Through tasting and scent, we’ll learn when to reach for slow-building tonics versus quick, sparkling catalysts. Together we will craft an aphrodisiac tea, a love potion elixir (with alcohol-free options), and enjoy a surprise treat! All participants will receive a handout with simple recipes and key safety notes.

When: Friday, February 6, 2026

Where: Veterans Healing Farm, 138 Kimzey Road, Mills River, NC

Time: 1pm - 4pm

Pathway to Recovery - North Carolina Certified Peer Support Specialist Training Program

Pathway to Recovery is a state-approved 50-hour NCCPSS training designed for individuals with lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges who want to become Certified Peer Support Specialists in North Carolina. This interactive program builds skills in communication, ethical practice, boundaries, crisis response, and recovery-oriented support while preparing participants for the state certification process. Eligibility requirements include: at least 18 months in sustained recovery, a high school diploma or GED, and a commitment to the values and principles of peer support.

Please complete the registration form as soon as possible so we can begin the required phone interview process and get you all set for the February class.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out.

When: February 9 - 13, Monday through Friday

Where: Veterans Healing Farm, 138 Kimzey Road, Mills River, NC

Time: 9am - 4pm (lunch provided)

Galentines Craft Night

Enjoy an evening of crafts and creative freedom. We'll open the workshop room for a variety of Galentines & Valentines crafts. Think scrapbooking, mood boards, guided painting and collaging, and much more. We provide the supplies and the space; you let your creative energy shine.

When: Friday, February 13, 2026

Where: Veterans Healing Farm, 138 Kimzey Road, Mills River, NC

Time: 5pm - 7pm

HeartMath

HeartMath is a scientifically-validated system backed by over 30 years of research that teaches practical, in-the-moment techniques to reduce stress and build resilience. The approach focuses on achieving "heart coherence"—a measurable state where the heart, brain, and nervous system work together in optimal harmony. This isn't abstract theory; it's evidence-based science that has been proven effective across multiple studies and is currently being used in numerous VA Medical Centers nationwide.

Why HeartMath Matters for Veterans

HeartMath has demonstrated remarkable effectiveness in helping veterans manage PTSD, traumatic brain injury (TBI), anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and sleep disturbances. The Coherence Advantage program I teach was originally developed for the U.S. Navy's Expeditionary Combat Command and has since been successfully implemented with over 100,000 service members and first responders globally.

Research shows that HeartMath techniques can

• Significantly reduce symptoms of PTSD and combat operational stress
• Improve cognitive functions related to attention and memory
• Decrease anxiety, anger, and depression
• Enhance emotional regulation and resilience
• Provide immediate, practical tools veterans can use anywhere, anytime
• What makes HeartMath particularly powerful is that it delivers real, measurable results quickly—often participants experience relief in their very first session. The techniques are simple, easy to learn, and adaptable to any background or belief system.

When: Saturday, February 21, 2026

Where: Veterans Healing Farm, 138 Kimzey Road, Mills River, NC

Time: 10am - 4pm (lunch provided)

Clay & Camaraderie with Odyssey Clayworks

Clay & Camaraderie is a six-week pottery workshop designed for active-duty military members, veterans, their families, and VHF volunteers. This program offers structured creative expression, mindfulness-based tactile activity, and community-building. Sessions will be held weekly on Saturdays with additional open lab hours culminating in a participant-led exhibition.

Explore both the fluidity of the pottery wheel with the expressive versatility of hand-building. This class focuses on projects that fuse techniques, challenge your creativity, and build functional, sculptural, and decorative forms. You’ll work on guided projects designed to explore the interaction between thrown and hand-built elements. You’ll learn to see clay as a medium with infinite expression!

When: Saturdays, February 21 - March 28, 2026

Where: Veterans Healing Farm, 138 Kimzey Road, Mills River, NC

Time: Noon - 2pm

Admin Updates



First Time Registering? We have started using our new registration system, which among other benefits, creates a waitlist for full classes. You’ll need to create an account before signing up.

Cost: Each workshop is $1 (system processing fee). If you haven't paid this fee, you are not registered.

No-Show Policy: If you do not cancel at least 72 hours before the workshop, a $20 no-show fee will apply. This policy ensures that those on the waitlist have time to adjust their plans. Thank you for helping us make workshops more accessible and efficient for everyone!

We need your input for 2026 Programming!

Please take a moment to complete the Veterans Healing Farm workshop survey and select all the workshops you’d like to attend.

Our offerings are therapeutic and healing-focused, designed to strengthen connection and build community. Your responses help us plan workshops that best support our veterans.

Thank you for sharing your voice and being part of our community.

ATTENTION VIETNAM VETERANS

Veterans United Home Loans is offering a unique opportunity to any Vietnam Veterans to attend a special event this March in Washington, D.C.  Below is the invitation VU has asked us to share. Please feel free to forward this to any Vietnam Veterans you think might be interested. This is NOT an Honor Flight event, just a special opportunity that we have been asked to pass along to those who might be interested!

We would like to invite you to a special event. Veterans United is sponsoring a visit to the Vietnam Memorial in Washington D.C. at the National Mall on March 29th, National Vietnam Veterans Day. 

This opportunity will feature special events and performances along with a special preview of a documentary filmed in 2025 of 8 Veterans return trip to Vietnam in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War. If this is something that interests you, please click here to fill out an interest form.

Once you fill out the form, Veterans United will reach out with additional details. 

NOTE: The Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) has been extended by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) through January 31, 2026, giving federal employees and retirees more time to pledge donations to workplace charities through payroll deductions or online. 

By donating through the Combined Federal Campaign, you can make a direct impact on veterans’ lives. Your CFC contribution helps sustain programs that nurture both body and spirit — helping veterans reconnect, rebuild, and thrive.

👉 Find Veterans Healing Farm in the CFC directory, #26991, and pledge your support today.

The Veterans Healing Farm is a VA Telehealth Outpost

The Veterans Healing Farm's telehealth station features a private appointment room with high-speed, reliable internet access and technology to facilitate seamless connections between Veterans and their VA providers. This station makes it easier for Veterans to receive the care they need without any barriers by minimizing travel time and alleviating internet connectivity issues. Read the latest article on VA Telehealth.

For more information on how you can use this service, please email veteranshealingfarm@gmail.com or call 828-595-6111.