Category Archives: veteran events

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month

Parkinson's Awareness

Parkinson’s disease is a movement disorder that is chronic and progressive, meaning that symptoms continue and worsen over time.

As many as one million individuals in the US live with Parkinson’s disease. While approximately four percent of people with Parkinson’s are diagnosed before the age of 50, incidence increases with age.

Its major symptoms vary from person to person, but can include tremor, slowness of movements, limb stiffness, and difficulties with gait and balance. The cause of the disease is unknown, and although there is presently no cure, there are treatment options such as medication and surgery to manage the symptoms.

If you have questions about wheelchair accessible vehicles and are in the New England area give us a call @ 508-697-6006

 

Boston’s 6th Annual Wounded Vet Run: Updated

Boston’s 6th Annual Wounded Vet Run updated

5th Honoree For The 6th Annual Boston Wounded Vet Run Announced

Thanks to some last minute donations The Boston Wounded Vet Run proudly announced the 5th honoree for the 6th Annual Boston Wounded Vet Ride: Marine Sgt Kirstie Ennis!
Kirstie lost her leg due to a helicopter crash in Afghanistan.
This upcoming May, we ride for her!

5th Honoree For The 6th Annual Boston Wounded Vet Run Announced

 

Massachusetts Gold Star Families Tree Dedication

Please join Governor Charlie Baker, Secretary Francisco Urena, Massachusetts Gold Star Families, Veterans Advocates and our State Legislators for the 4th Annual Massachusetts Gold Star Families Tree Dedication. The Tree will pay tribute to local Service Members who have given their lives in service to our Nation and to the families who continue to carry their legacy forward. Photos and messages from loved ones will be displayed on the tree and serve to remind us of the tremendous sacrifices made for our Freedoms.

Prior to the dedication (beginning at 12:30pm) Gold Star Families will have an opportunity to personalized ornaments that will be placed on the tree.

This project is a partnership between the Military Friends Foundation, the Gold Star Wives and Gold Star Mothers organizations. This event is open to the public. Please join us for a light lunch following the dedication.

For more information and family registration, please visit www.militaryfriends.org/goldstartree

6th Annual Mass Fallen Heroes Memorial Dinner

6th Annual Mass Fallen Heroes Memorial Dinner