Wings of Hope

WITH HONORS

Hope VALOR

- BY JENNIFER JOHNSTON

Memorial Day, Independen­ce Day andveteran­s Day provide opportunit­ies for us to recognize and thank our nation's heroes. Hope's VALOR program,veteran's Access to Life Opportunit­ies and Resources, honors the men and women who have served our country and helps ensure they receive the special care and recognitio­n they deserve all year long.

Hope collaborat­es with theveteran­s Administra­tion to help make arrangemen­ts for replacemen­t medals, military funeral honors, burials in AVA national cemetery, and donations of artifacts to historical societies and museums.

Through the Library of Congress, Hope facilitate­s the “Veteran's History Project” to help collect and archive personal recollecti­ons of veterans to honor their service and share their stories with current and future generation­s.

Hope is also on hand to provide emotional support. Our chaplains and counselors can help veterans cope with issues such as post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and other symptoms caused by combat or wartime experience­s.

“Hope has a broad range of programs designed to meet the special needs of our country's beloved veterans,” said Samira K. Beckwith, president and CEO of Hope Healthcare.“it's a fulfilling and heart-warming part of Hope's mission.”

Among the most moving and memorable moments at Hope happen when our volunteer Honor Guard, a group of U.S. veterans and supporters, conduct special presentati­ons for Hope's veterans.with family and friends in attendance, veterans receive a certificat­e of appreciati­on, lapel pin, stuffed bear and a formal military salute in honor of their service to our country and the sacrifices they made for our freedom.

To support the Hope VALOR program, visit Hopehcs.org/donate or join the Honor Guard by visiting Hopehcs.org/volunteer.

Hope collaborat­es with the Veterans Administra­tion to help make arrangemen­ts for replacemen­t medals, military funeral honors, burials in a VA national cemetery, and donations of artifacts to historical societies and museums.

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