Sunny Day Rescue

May is an important month for us as 2 of our 3 board members are veterans. May is both Military Appreciation Month and Mental Health Awareness Month. Did you know that having pets has been proven to assist veterans and individuals with mental health needs. Throughout the month we will be sharing information on these topics. In the meantime, here is a quick history on the origination of both.

Military Appreciation Month takes place every year throughout the entire month of May, reminding Americans to celebrate this patriotic month that pays tribute to those who have sacrificed so much for our freedom.

Although the entire month is designated to honoring past and present military members and their families, there are several, specific military holidays sprinkled throughout Military Appreciation Month itself, including Loyalty Day, VE Day, Military Spouse Appreciation Day, Armed Forces Day and Memorial Day.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, an annual observance founded by Mental Health America in 1949 to highlight the importance of mental wellbeing, educate the public, reduce stigma and promote support for those affected by mental health conditions. Each year, individuals and organizations come together to raise awareness and advocate for better mental health care and resources.