A Journey of Resilience: From Combat to Canines

In this compelling episode of Project Sapient, we dive into the incredible story of Elisha Perkins, a former police officer and U.S. Army veteran. Despite facing immense challenges, including severe injuries from an IED blast in Afghanistan and a battle with cancer, Alicia has persevered with remarkable resilience.
Host Ayman talks with Elisha about her journey from serving in the St. Pete Police Department to her deployments in Afghanistan, where she faced life-threatening injuries. Elisha shares her experiences of overcoming physical and emotional trauma, including her determination to walk again after being told she might never do so.
Discover how Elisha found a new mission by founding Pop Smoke K9s for Veterans, a nonprofit organization that trains service dogs for veterans and first responders. Learn about these dogs' rigorous training process and how they have become lifesavers for many veterans.
Elisha's story is a testament to the power of resilience, the importance of finding purpose, and the impact of service dogs on veterans' lives. Tune in to be inspired by her journey and gain valuable insights into the challenges and triumphs of life after service.
For more information and to support Elisha's mission, visit the links in the show notes.
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SHOW NOTES
Pop Smoke K9 for Veterans
Website: www.popsmokek9...
Our mission is to help stop veteran suicides by providing veterans with PTSD, TBI, and MST with a well-trained service dog to help them live a more productive life after the military.
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Supporters:
AAA Police Supply
Website: aaapolicesuppl...
Use HYBRID10 for a discount on your entire order
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The Havok Journal
Website: havokjournal.com/
The Havok Journal serves as the Voice of the Veteran Community through a focus on current affairs and articles of interest to the public in general, and the veteran community in particular. We strive to offer timely, current, and informative content, with the occasional piece focused on entertainment. We are continually expanding and striving to improve the readers’ experience.
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The Second Mission Foundation
Website: secondmissionf...
The Second Mission Foundation is a non-profit organization that exists to educate, elevate, and advocate for members of America’s Service Community in order to help them find their “second mission” after government service.
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22 Mohawks
Website: 22mohawks.com/
To us, the mohawk represents the outlier - the person who is not afraid to go against the grain, rise up for what they believe in, and above all, stand tall in the face of adversity. Veterans, First Responders and those who support them embody the mohawk. When you get a mohawk in support of veteran and first responder suicide prevention, you become a part of a movement that is greater than oneself.
22Mohawks is proud to provide assistance to veterans and first responders who need help with navigating the struggles of everyday life.
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