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Marine Purple Heart recipient Veteran, Keith Shampaner, with Service Dog “Goose”

Radio Show with Mel Pollack and Lisa Fendrich at iHeartRadio: Real Convo Podcast

RealConvo is a weekly show, hosted by Alan Mednick, bringing hope and awareness to people affected by mental health issues. Hear show that was broadcast on March 9, 2020 with Mel Pollack and Lisa Fendrich at iHeartRadio:

RealConvo with Alan Mednick on IHeartRadio 1290 WJNO

Just had one of the great honors on #RealConvo. Our conversation with a true American Hero Retired Lt Col Mel Pollack. Mel Forced to eject over North Vietnam was captured and imprisoned in the infamous “Hanoi Hilton” with John McCain. Mel the President along with Lisa Fendrich Executive Director of Vets Helping Heroes on our show to discuss…

BallenIsles Luncheon – LtCol Mel Pollack, Guest of Honor

Tim Bedford and Facility Therapy Dog Irwin

Puppy Irwin is at Emerald Coast Behavioral Hospital, where Puppy Irwin visits the outpatient center, and also accompanies his handler on daily inpatient rounds including visits to veterans in their Military Resilience Program. This program provides inpatient treatment for active, reserve and National Guard service members living with the effect of injuries from combat action,…

Bolt the therapy dog breaks Alaska ice

When Bolt, a honey-colored golden retriever, saunters into a 176th Wing office suite, he’s greeted like a star quarterback or a local celebrity. Because wing Airmen vie for his attention during these periodic visits, they often stock their offices with chew toys and dog treats in an effort to give them an edge. One such…

U.S. Army Patrick and Ripple

Vets Helping Heroes Event with The Home Depot Foundation

U.S. Marine Angel and Rush

Ryan and Slate on Colorado local Fox 31 News channel – 7/19/19

22% of Veterans suffer from PTSD or major depression

Vets Helping Heroes’ sole purpose is to provide properly trained service dogs

Service dogs provide a source of unconditional love for Veterans – 6/28/19

In hospitals and in other facilities for long term care, as well as on active-duty military bases, service dogs provide a needed calming influence.

June 27th is National PTSD Awareness Day – 6/27/19

Knowing the signs and symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder may empower you to provide a lifeline for a Veteran in crisis.

Pupdate Video: The moment we’ve all been waiting for has arrived! – 6/27/19

Event with The Home Depot Foundation – Building Raised Service Dog Beds

The Home Depot Foundation will be bringing 600 volunteers to Boca Raton April 30 and we are in the process of scouting projects our volunteers could potentially do that impact the lives of veterans. In other parts of the country we have partnered with nonprofit organizations to identify veterans with service dogs that could benefit…

A Veteran Helping Other Heroes

By Mary Hladky Although retired Air Force Lt. Col. Mel Pollack’s military service ended decades ago, his commitment to service and veterans has endured. Pollack was on his 78th combat mission flying an F-4 Phantom when he was shot down and captured by the North Vietnamese in 1967. He was imprisoned in the infamous “Hanoi…

Fox News “Generosity Arrives”

Scott Greenberg interviews board member Mel Pollack along with Executive Director Pat Levenson for his Veterans Day episode.

A Canine Affection Sponge Heals War Vets

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Jo Ann Pflug – Seaview Radio Topic: Events during WWII and their relationship to VHH Guest: Irwin Stovroff

WRMF Radio – 97.9 – South Florida Irwin Stovroff talks about VHH on Veterans Day 11/11/11

WRMF Radio – 97.9 – South Florida Irwin Stovroff talks about VHH on Veterans Day 11/11/11 www.wrmf.com

Pawsome Radio Topic: Service Dogs Guest: Irwin Stovroff

Pawsome Radio Topic: Service Dogs Guest: Irwin Stovroff www.PawsomeRadio.com

November 11, 2008 PB Daily News

Col. George Day honored at Vets Helping Heroes weekend

November 28, 2008 Disabled World Article

Disabled World – Service Dogs for Disabled Vets

July 27, 2009 Fox News Article

FoxNews.com – “WWII Vet Doggedly Works to Get Canine Service Dogs for Wounded Warriors”

Fox News Hannity Blog – Vets Helping Heroes

September 7, 2010 Youngstown, Ohio Vindicator – Dogs are heroes to heroes

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December 2010 Spectator Magazine – Extra Ordinary Hero

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January 2011 Boca Observer – Paws for a Good Cause

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March 2011 Boca Magazine – Our Town, Irwin Stovroff

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Dec. 19, 2011 Sun Sentinel – Military therapy dog reports for first day at work at VA Medical Center in West Palm

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Vets Helping Heroes creates unique canine pilot program to help disabled veterans

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Dec. 19, 2011 MSNBC – Therapy Dog Debuts At VA Hospital

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Dec. 24, 2011 Sun Sentinel – Holiday cheer: Time to renew America’s spirit of charity

Jan. 10, 2012 Irwin Stovroff speaks to the Plantation Ladies Club

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Jan. 30 2012 – Healing Soldiers One Dog at a Time – msnbc.com

April 22, 2013 On the Record: WWII Veteran’s Efforts for the Next Generation Honored

Boca veteran started training effort for veteran service dogs By Anne Geggis, Sun Sentinel 7:21 p.m. EDT, April 22, 2013 BOCA RATON Irwin Stovroff thought he was going to lunch Monday to celebrate new milestones in the development of his charity, which trains service dogs and matches returning military veterans with the right “ruff.” But…

Forum for Non-Profits: Guests: Irwin Stovroff & Dr. Sam Bierstock

Hometown Heroes talks with Irwin Stovroff

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