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Robert Irvine Foundation

Michael Haure

Michael and his service dog Frannie

First Responder

Healing After the Badge

While serving as a deputy sheriff, Michael’s life changed in an instant. In the line of duty, he was violently attacked—an incident that left him with a traumatic brain injury and a long road to recovery. The impact went beyond the physical injuries. The TBI brought lasting challenges, including balance issues, memory difficulties, and chronic pain, while the emotional toll manifested in anxiety, hypervigilance, and the lingering effects of PTSD. Once defined by his ability to protect and serve, Michael found himself facing the difficult task of adjusting to a new reality.