Volunteer banquet held

Five members of the Arkansas United States Daughters of 1812 attended the annual Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System appreciation and recognition banquet honoring volunteers, held during National Volunteer Week, which recognizes volunteers who provide a myriad of supportive services from escorting to assisting with recreational activities on an annual basis and help make the lives of veterans better each day.

During the week, VA volunteers nationwide receive recognition for their service to veterans. VA awards and recognizes volunteers for their service, honoring the service of our country’s volunteers and sharing their achievements to encourage more Americans to volunteer. Volunteers who achieved hours and years of service benchmarks during the previous year were recognized and received service pins and certificates.

National Volunteer Week began in 1974 when President Richard Nixon signed an executive order establishing an annual celebration

of volunteering. Every president since has signed a proclamation promoting the week.

Every volunteer has their own reasons for volunteering. Some are veterans who embrace the camaraderie known only by those who have donned the uniform. Others selflessly donate their time simply because they feel veterans deserve the best possible care.

To learn more about volunteering and how to make a difference in someone’s life, call the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System at 501-257-3288.