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Top PTSD Resources for Military Veterans

June 23, 2022

| By Teresa Verity

| Tags: PTSD Awareness Day, PTSD support, Veteran help

In light of PTSD Awareness Day on June 27, we at Homes For Our Troops want all Veterans to know there is no shame in reaching out for help. The HFOT staff is always available to Veterans if they need assistance, information on resources, or even just to talk. There are many organizations and resources …

HFOT Veteran Marine Corporal Joey Woodke wins gold medal with the U.S. Sled Hockey Team at the 2022 Paralympics

March 14, 2022

| By Teresa Verity

Categories: Blog, Home, Veteran topic

Marine Corporal Joey Woodke has earned a gold medal for the second year in a row. On Saturday, March 12, Cpl Woodke and the U.S. Sled Hockey team won gold in the 2022 Paralympics with a 5-0 victory over Canada. Cpl Woodke got an assist in the second period. The team took home gold at …

Rebuilding Lives Video Release: Army Specialist Steven Baskis’ story

December 20, 2021

| By Breeana Baptista

Categories: Blog, Home, Veteran topic

Ever since Army Specialist Steven Baskis lost his eyesight while serving in Iraq when an explosively formed penetrator (EFP) detonated next to his vehicle, he has had to reestablish his new normal. Journeying to the tops of mountains – hiking, climbing, and working the back country – is a crucial part of his recovery. Steven considers his specially adapted …

CELEBRATE NATIONAL VETERANS SMALL BUSINESS WEEK WITH HFOT VETERANS

November 1, 2021

| By Breeana Baptista

Categories: Blog, Veteran topic

This week, November 1 – November 5, is National Veterans Small Business Week! Several Homes For Our Troops Veterans own small businesses that make handmade crafts, paintings, coffee, and more! The freedom and independence of their specially adapted custom homes give HFOT Veterans the ideal environment to work on their craft. Learn more about some …

Check out our 2021 PSA debut: TSgt Daniel Fye’s story

May 12, 2021

| By Teresa Verity

Categories: Blog, Home, Veteran topic

When Air Force Tech Sergeant Daniel Fye returned home after losing his left leg while serving in Afghanistan, he faced the harsh reality that his home was no longer a place of comfort. The hallways were too narrow for his wheelchair, and he had difficulty walking up the stairs on his prosthetic. Like many injured Veterans, …

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