Veterans
Drive heroes to their medical care
Just a week ago, we Americans paid homage to those who gave their lives for our nation. Within a few weeks, some military veterans who survived their service will need our help.
There is no better way to honor them than by providing it. Many veterans who need medical care at Department of Veterans Affairs hospitals and clinics cannot drive themselves. Some cannot rely on friends or relatives to transport them.
For a few years, West Virginia state government paid drivers to transport veterans. Financial constraints have ended the program.
Volunteers are needed by the Disabled American Veterans group to keep the transportation system going. They must be 21 years of age or older, insured or insurable, and must pass physical and background checks.
If you are interested, contact the VA hospital or clinic to which you are willing to transport veterans. Or, if you know a veteran who needs the help, just offer to provide it.
Take a veteran for a ride. Surely we can do at least that much for them.
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