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Honoring Heroes: Veterans Day Equipment Giveaway for Vietnamese-American Veterans
November 11, 2024 at 11:00 am
Friends of Disabled Adults and Children (FODAC) and First Senior Center of Georgia proudly present a special Veterans Day ceremony dedicated to honoring Vietnamese-American veterans who served as high-ranking military officials during the Vietnam War. These veterans came to the United States through the Humanitarian Operation Program, which provided resettlement assistance to former POWs and political detainees seeking freedom and a fresh start.
In recognition of their service and sacrifices, FODAC and First Senior Center will distribute essential home medical equipment, including wheelchairs, walkers, oxygen supplies, bathing aids, and personal care kits to veterans and seniors in need. Additionally, First Senior Center will present FODAC with a $1,000 check to support ongoing efforts to serve the disabled and senior communities.
Speakers and Guests:
- Von Tran, CEO, First Senior Center of Georgia
- Chris Brand, CEO, Friends of Disabled Adults and Children (FODAC)
- Olga Westfall, VA Chaplain, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Atlanta VA Health Care System
- Former Vietnamese military veterans
- Olga Gorman, Community Growth Director, Gateway85 CID
- Additional dignitaries to be announced
Visuals & Media Opportunities:
- Veterans in military uniforms, representing decades of service
- Wheelchair recipients assisted by First Senior Center staff
- Presentation of a donation check from First Senior Center to FODAC
- Distribution of medical equipment including wheelchairs, walkers, and oxygen supplies
- Close-ups of veterans interacting with volunteers, sharing their stories, and receiving essential equipment
Background: The Humanitarian Operation Program, which supported the resettlement of former Vietnamese POWs and political detainees, gave these veterans a new start in America. Today, many of these heroes face health and mobility challenges. Through this event, FODAC and First Senior Center honor their legacies, providing essential equipment to enhance dignity and independence.