[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 195 (Thursday, November 30, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1621]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





    HONORING BOULDER CREST RETREAT FOR MILITARY AND VETERAN WELLNESS

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                         HON. DAVID SCHWEIKERT

                               of arizona

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 30, 2017

  Mr. SCHWEIKERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the Grand 
Opening of the Boulder Crest Retreat for Military and Veteran Wellness 
in Sonoita, Arizona. Boulder Crest Retreat is a facility that provides 
free accommodation, recreational and therapeutic activities, and 
breakthrough combat stress recovery programs for veterans and their 
families as they make the transition home from war.
   This desert oasis focuses on healing activities for our Nation's 
bravest. Here, they have the opportunity to participate in a range of 
outdoor recreational activities such as hiking the Arizona Trail, and 
are provided with a number of positive growth activities including 
meditation, journaling, and music, canine and equine therapies. This is 
complemented by Boulder Crest's signature Progressive and Alternative 
Training for Healing Heroes (PATHH) programs, which is based on the 
science of post-traumatic growth. Its success is visible by the 
testimonials from those that have benefitted from this program.
   I would like to recognize Ken and Julia Falke, who founded Boulder 
Crest Retreat, the hardworking staff, volunteers and the organizations 
that have been so charitable in funding these important facilities. 
Additionally, I would like to recognize the A. James and Alice B. 
Clarke Foundation's generous donation, which paved the way to bring 
Boulder Crest Retreat to Southern Arizona.
   Mr. Speaker, I have a strong appreciation for our veterans, their 
families and the sacrifices they made so that our fellow citizens may 
enjoy the freedoms and opportunities that make America great. I wish 
only the greatest success for this facility going forward in its 
mission to help our service members focus on strong, positive growth.

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