Twenty years after Columbine, mass shooting survivors are helping each other cope with the lasting trauma of their experiences
The same gripping fear. The loss and devastation that followed. The lasting trauma and overwhelming grief. So many funerals and memorial services.Chad Williams and Michelle Wheeler , share their experiences during The Rebels Project annual survivor's gathering.
The Rebels Project, a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization established in 2012, seeks to help survivors and their families learn how to live with the deep-rooted trauma wrought by their experiences. About 50 people gathered in July to share and learn from each other's experiences and take part in activities that include tai chi and yoga classes.
"It's OK," she reasoned with herself. "Things are OK. Just drive home. There was probably an accident." To support its growing network, The Rebels Project hosts a public silent auction of donated items and services once a year and has received small grants from local businesses.Chad Williams stands alone at a memorial garden outside Marjory Stoneman Douglas high school. The memorial garden was created by the girlfriend of Joaquin Oliver who was was killed in the shooting and was one of Williams' best friends.
She struggled to carry out basic chores like going to the grocery store. She grew anxious in the aisles, unable to see the door over the tall rows of food.
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