Guardian Revival CEO Aaron Leonard was interviewed for an article in The Highlands Current about a recent statewide survey of 6,000 first responders that highlights the mental health challenges faced by police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and emergency dispatchers. Many hesitate to seek help due to stigma and career concerns — something that Guardian Revival actively works to change, both in terms of fighting the stigma and actively helping our guardians towards improved mental health & well-being.

Hudson Valley Magazine article highlighting Co-Founder Alex Othmer’s story and the development of Guardian Revival & our free, transformative programs — outdoor adventures (primarily offered in the Hudson Valley), companion dogs, music (including our recording studio at GR HQ in Beacon), and peer services (support via group gatherings, direct 1:1 private sessions, and non-crisis talk line).

Let the countdown begin! New Year’s Eve is one of the most fun and festive nights of the year, and here in Dutchess County, we are ready to pop the cork, pour the Champagne and toast 2025 in grand fashion. Here is a list of 25 can’t-miss, alphabetically listed New Year’s Eve hot spots and uniquely Dutchess experiences (including a few that are kiddo-friendly). So, get out and celebrate!

The Sierra Club highlighted our partnership in offering outings to veterans as one of their 2024 highlights. “From Alaska to Florida, our chapters are partnering with groups like Healing Hearts, Guardian Revival, YMCA, and the Wounded Warrior Project to deliver the benefits of the outdoors directly to participants.”

Halston Media News reported on our 10th Annual Veterans Chow Down, hosted on November 10, 2024. Each year, we are honored to organize and host an appreciation dinner for veterans & their guests, with over 150 joining us for our 10th annual dinner. County Executive Kevin Byrne and Deputy County Executive Jim Burpoe, a U.S Army veteran, were among over 70 volunteers supporting the Chow Down.

“For the first time, local women serving in the armed forces have been recognized thanks to the Patterson Rotary and Guardian Revival, groups which on Saturday hosted Putnam’s 1st annual Women’s Veterans Recognition Brunch. More than 125 people gathered at the Centennial Golf Club for the event.”

The New York Post included one of our Boots & Paws companion dog recipients in an article about the value of dogs in helping veterans with PTSD: “Military veterans say these dogs saved them from crippling PTSD — ‘He’s totally changed my life’”

Our Homefront Executive Program Director, Megan Castellano, participated in a Suicide Prevention Roundtable organized by Senator Pete Harckham. “The mental health crisis in our communities is a pressing issue that requires a multi-faceted approach,” said Harckham.

Putnam County Department of Parks and Recreation and Guardian Revival have been working over the past three years to make the Guardian Dog Park project happen. The 50,000-square-foot accessible and contained area will be used for residents to recreate with their dogs in a safe setting.

Guardian Revival CEO and Co-Founder Alex Othmer and guardian Jason Lacayo (Police Officer & mental health advocate) joined Pix11 New York Living on-air to discuss our upcoming annual One Mile Challenge and encourage viewers to participate.

The Webutuck Central School District shared photos and an update about our therapy dog visits to several district schools, providing both students & staff with the opportunity to learn more about therapy dogs as well as enjoy interacting with them.