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"As a survivor of domestic violence, writing became my lifeline—a way to release pain by putting pen to paper. What began as a small grassroots writing circle for survivors of violence grew into A Write to Heal, a program I now share with survivors, at-risk teens, veterans, and anyone navigating the lasting effects of trauma. Through writing, stories become strength, and healing begins." ___Lisa Regina

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Part 107 Drone Training

Part 107 Drone Training

Part 107 Drone Training

"The sky’s the limit" for veterans in our Drone Training Program. Combining FAA drone certification, career pathways, mental wellness support, and therapeutic writing, VDTP empowers participants to heal, grow, and take flight in life and career.

Writing to Heal

Part 107 Drone Training

Part 107 Drone Training

A Write to Heal gives trauma survivors a powerful way to turn pain into strength through writing. Inspired by Lisa Regina’s own journey and her work with survivors of violence. The program fosters healing, resilience, and self-expression.

"Following my assault, my pad and pen helped me through the darkest times. Pouring my pain onto paper 

A Write to Heal gives trauma survivors a powerful way to turn pain into strength through writing. Inspired by Lisa Regina’s own journey and her work with survivors of violence. The program fosters healing, resilience, and self-expression.

"Following my assault, my pad and pen helped me through the darkest times. Pouring my pain onto paper has been a big part of my healing process." – Lisa Regina



TV Series

Part 107 Drone Training

TV Series

Heroic Episodes is a TV series in development, using storytelling to empower survivors of violence and support healing from trauma. Through on-set job training and apprenticeships, we provide at-risk teens, domestic violence survivors, and veterans with skills, community, and purpose. By fostering camaraderie and the power of storytelling

Heroic Episodes is a TV series in development, using storytelling to empower survivors of violence and support healing from trauma. Through on-set job training and apprenticeships, we provide at-risk teens, domestic violence survivors, and veterans with skills, community, and purpose. By fostering camaraderie and the power of storytelling, the series promotes mental wellness, reduces isolation, and offers hope, helping survivors feel less alone and at lower risk of self-harm.

Heroic Episodes Executive Producer - Joe Mantegna

Award-winning actor, Criminal Minds star, and patriot Joe Mantegna shares his support for A Write to Heal and its programs, including Heroic Episodes, a hands-on initiative that provides on-set training and career pathways for trauma survivors seeking to reimagine their futures, alongside our Veterans Drone/Film Training Program. We are honored to have Joe as the Executive Producer of Heroic Episodes.

Writing heals and empowers

Writing heals and empowers

Writing heals and empowers

Writing heals and empowers

Writing heals and empowers

Writing heals and empowers

Donate Now

A Write to Heal is a nonprofit 501C3- 

EIN #51-0586776  

Your tax-deductible donation helps veterans, at-risk teens, and trauma survivors heal—now.

At the heart of A Write to Heal is one powerful truth: writing can heal trauma. Writing gives voice to pain, restores identity, and opens the door to healing.

From this foundation, we create paths forward. Heroic Episodes amplifies true stories, and the Veterans Drone Training Program provides real career opportunities in aviation, film, and media.

The need is urgent. Every donation heals.
Thank you for standing with those who need it most.

   

Grand Island Nebraska High School Students - Share

Actress, advocate, and survivor Lisa Regina inspires teens at high schools and universities, showing how writing can transform trauma into resilience. She connects with teens struggling with trauma, helping them find their voice and hope. Schools can empower their students by booking Lisa: Lisa@awritetoheal.com.

Drone Training

A Write to Heal offers veterans and first responders a path to heal and successfully transition back into civilian life. Our program promotes mental wellness by helping participants reimagine their careers, build self-worth, and foster camaraderie—all while providing training and job opportunities in the Aviation and Film Industries. Through skill-building and creative engagement, we empower those who protect and serve to reclaim purpose, confidence, and a better quality of life.



Veteran Drone Training Program - Success Stories

U.S. Marine Paul Gage completed our Veterans Drone Training Program and is using his Part 107 Commercial Drone Pilot License in his work. 


Please help us bring more Veterans success stories to life: https://awritetoheal.com/donate

My friendship with Retired U.S. Army CPT Leslie Nicole Smith and my 13 years of interviews with veterans has inspired the Veterans Drone Training Program (VDTP)and the writing of my series Heroic Episodes. 


On April 6, 2024, I implemented the first class of the VDTP at ACCC-Atlantic Cape Community College. On September 21, 2024, 10 veterans graduated  from this class as  Part 107 Commercial Drone Pilots! The goal is to grow the Veterans Drone Training Program throughout the United States. 

 

The vision is to film the ongoing series, Heroic Episodes and employ veterans as cast, crew and drone camera pilots. The series is based on true stories of veterans. My research includes over twelve years of interviews with military men and women of all branches of service and all wars. Our heroes stories include messages of bravery, hope and humanitarian acts. These stories are vast and often go untold. The series and A Write to Heal's programs will work in conjunction to provide our heroes with camaraderie, jobs and most importantly, healing. 


For More Information please visit:  

https://heroicepisodes.org/







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DRONES in FILMMAKING

"I've cast so many veterans in my film projects who took an interest in the camera drones that we used during the filming process. Many of these veterans also expressed an interest in obtaining their Part 107 Commercial Drone License. 


My goal is to help each and every one of these heroes train, prepare and test for their Part 107 License and guide them to find drone related jobs in the aviation and film industries."  

_Lisa Regina

John Walker, U.S. Marines

"Teamwork is key. Veterans just snap to, they've been trained to be part of a team"

Drones & Veterans

Job opportunities in a fast growing industry. 

The Multi-Billion dollar business of drones is estimated to grow up to 90 billion by 2025.

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Donate Now

A Write to Heal is a nonprofit 501C3- 

EIN #51-0586776  

Your tax-deductible donation helps veterans, at-risk teens, and trauma survivors heal—now.

At the heart of A Write to Heal is one powerful truth: writing can heal trauma. Writing gives voice to pain, restores identity, and opens the door to healing.

From this foundation, we create paths forward. Heroic Episodes amplifies true stories, and the Veterans Drone Training Program provides real career opportunities in aviation, film, and media.

The need is urgent. Every donation heals.
Thank you for standing with those who need it most.

   

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