…previous home was a non-adapted apartment, Glen was forced to wear his prosthetic at all times. He often became discouraged because the apartment was not suited to his needs, making it difficult to recover. Glen feels relieved now that he is able to use his wheelchair in his specially adapted custom Homes For Our Troops home. He has the freedom to remove his prosthetic leg and perform tasks around his home, thanks to special adaptations including wider doorways and pull-down…
…landing at his feet. One of the grenades rolled against his right foot and exploded, knocking him down and severely damaging both his legs. After tourniquets were applied by his fellow Soldiers, he was transported to the 31st Combat Support Hospital in Baghdad. He was eventually transported to Walter Reed Army Medical Center, where he underwent 13 operations including the amputation of both of his legs; one below and one above the knee. In the years after receiving his home,…
…go through the school. Mark realizes this is a career that requires physical strength and agility that he may not always be able to do. A specially adapted custom Homes For Our Troops home enables Mark to rest and recover at home in his wheelchair, giving him more energy while he’s on duty. The financial freedom of a donated HFOT home also makes it easier for Mark to provide for his family and give them safety and security. In his…
…Our Troops home in Texas on Feb. 9, 2013. Jack can access all areas of the home in his wheelchair. He is grateful to all of the donors and volunteers who came forward to help make his life a little easier. Since receiving the home, Jack and his family have been busy. The safety and financial freedom their HFOT home provides has allowed them to travel the country in their RV and add a pool and garage to their home….
…proud father to Fionn, born in 2021. Kevin says he can’t put into words what it means to have received a home adapted to his injuries. This home makes everyday living that much easier to cope with. I can’t tell you how many times I would get stressed out while just trying to iron a pair of pants. These houses really take away the stress of everyday activities. It’s huge for the Veterans and their loved ones to know they…
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