National Purple Heart Day is celebrated annually on August 7 to honor U.S. service members who were injured or killed due to enemy action while serving in the military. It is a day of remembrance and recognition for those who have bravely sacrificed for our nation. The Purple Heart is the oldest active military medal …

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August is National Make-A-Will Month! Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) invites you to consider creating your will to make a lasting impact. Our mission to support Veterans by providing specially adapted custom homes has transformed lives, and we’ve assisted many Veterans in planning for their financial future by connecting them with financial planners to help …

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In honor of Independence Day, America Out Loud News’ Mayor Deb, spoke with HFOT Home Recipient Army SPC Bryant Jacobs and HFOT President/CEO Brigadier General USA (RET) Tom Landwermeyer in their latest podcast episode to feature our mission of Building Homes, Rebuilding Lives. The story of Army Specialist Bryant Jacobs, who was severely injured in …

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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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