Meditation has been shown to help calm the nervous system, reduce hyperarousal, and lower stress hormones. This can lead to better sleep quality, improved emotional regulation, and less chronic pain when practiced regularly. We hope you'll join us for this free wellness offering. All levels of experience welcome, including first time meditation participants.
Join Bastion community members every Monday night for a Bible study session in our Veteran Wellness Center. This weekly gathering is led by Bastion residents. Light refreshments provided; all are welcome.
Bastion offers a peer-led veteran sobriety support group every Wednesday. Drop-ins are always welcome. The only prerequisite to participate is a desire for a sober lifestyle at this time. This group is for veterans only. Stick around after the group for our 1:30pm Wellness Wednesday offering! Examples include yoga, tai chi, meditation, and TRE (Tension/Trauma […]
Join us for an informational session about the VA's programs and resources for veteran caretakers.
TRE is a series of movements and stretches designed to help kickstart a natural shaking mechanism in the body to release muscular tension and stress. Join us to try this accessible healing modality! After learning this practice at Bastion, this is a tool you can try at home to promote relaxation and improve sleep. This […]
Join Navy veteran and former Nurse Practitioner Jason for this Sound Healing class. During the session, you’ll experience gentle vibrations from instruments like singing bowls and chimes, guiding you into a state of deep relaxation and calm.
Join Bastion residents and neighbors on Friday mornings for a walk around our beautiful Gentilly neighborhood (weather permitting). Meet us in the Veteran Wellness Center lobby at 8am to connect with other veterans and community members. Wheelchair users and folks with other mobility aids always welcome!
Join Bastion community members every Monday night for a Bible study session in our Veteran Wellness Center. This weekly gathering is led by Bastion residents. Light refreshments provided; all are welcome.
Explore connections between the mind and body in healing with Tai Chi! This practice combines slow body movements, deep breathing, and focused attention to improve overall wellness. It's been shown to help with stress reduction, balance, posture, and mood over time. Join instructor Ilana at this community wellness class to support your physical and mental […]
Bastion offers a peer-led veteran sobriety support group every Wednesday. Drop-ins are always welcome. The only prerequisite to participate is a desire for a sober lifestyle at this time. This group is for veterans only. Stick around after the group for our 1:30pm Wellness Wednesday offering! Examples include yoga, tai chi, meditation, and TRE (Tension/Trauma […]
Join us every last Wednesday of the month for QiGong with Raegan! QiGong is an ancient traditional Chinese medicine practice that gentle movement, breathing, and meditation to cultivate vital life energy and support overall well-being. Many participants utilize QiGong to help balance their nervous system and quiet the mind.
The New Orleans Veterans Coalition meets once per month at veteran-owned brewery Skeeta Hawk, located in MidCity about ten minutes from Bastion. These meetings typically take place on the last Wednesday of the month. All are welcome to attend. We especially encourage local veterans, family members, representatives from veteran-serving orgs, and anyone would like to […]
