GYSGT Glen Silva: A Second Chance

| By Lisa Duffy
Categories: Blog, Rebuilding Strong
Glen Silva was just 17 when he joined the United States Marine Corps. Enlisting early with his father’s approval, he embraced the brotherhood and leadership the Marines offered, mentoring younger Marines and holding all to high standards. “My father was a Korean War Marine. Growing up, I admired his strength, discipline, and the pride he …

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Army PFC Heather Trujillo: A Bridge To The Future

| By Lisa Duffy
Categories: Blog, Rebuilding Strong
Heather with her newborn daughter, Ava. Army Private First Class Heather Trujillo was only twenty-three when she suffered a spinal cord injury while serving as a surgical technician in Afghanistan, leaving her partially paralyzed from the waist down. A recipient of an HFOT home in 2018, Heather is now in the final stages of completing …

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Create a Lasting Impact with Your Will

| By Suzanne Shaheen
Categories: Blog, Home
This August, during National Make a Will Month, take a moment to focus on what matters most to you—protecting your loved ones and shaping the legacy you want to leave behind through thoughtful estate planning. Here are several reasons to use this month to create a will and leave a lasting legacy. A will is …

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From the President and CEO: Honoring 250 Years of Freedom by Investing in Those Who Defended It

| By Tom Landwermeyer
Categories: Blog, Home
As we celebrate Independence Day and mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, we reflect on the enduring ideals of freedom and opportunity that have shaped our nation. We also pay tribute to the brave men and women who have defended those ideals through their service and sacrifice. Their courage …

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Support for Veterans: Where to find PTSD Resources

| By Lisa Duffy
Categories: Blog, Home
In recognition of National PTSD Awareness Day, it is important to highlight that many servicemembers experience post-traumatic stress following their time in service. According to the PTSD Foundation of America, PTSD can develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event, such as military combat. PTSD involves symptoms such as reliving the traumatic event through flashbacks …

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