When I think of military areas, New England definitely does not come to mind first, or second, or third... I think of Texas, southern California, Virginia, Colorado and north Florida. I'm certain these areas are filled with various organizations that support the military and their families.
My husband and I are currently stationed in Massachusetts and while it isn't a prevalent military area, I have come across some great organizations that support the military.
Homes For Our Troops - Based out of Taunton, the volunteers involved with this organization raise money and build homes for veterans who are severely injured and "provide maximum freedom of movement and the ability to live more independently." They've already successfully built home in 26 states and are currently working on homes in 15 states. It's a wonderful, selfless idea and I applaud these volunteers for stepping up. Their website is here: http://www.homesforourtroops.org/site/PageServer
New England Center fo Homeless Veterans - Based in Boston, this private organization reaches out to veterans who are suffering from addiction, trauma, unemployment, or mental illness. Sadly many veterans don't receive the help they need after they serve (or while they're serving). The organization was actually started by a group of Vietnam Veterans (Awesome!). Their website is here: http://www.nechv.org/
Helping Our Troops - Based out of Stoneham, the mission is simple: the send out as many care packages as possible to soldiers overseas. The H.O.T. was also started by two war veterans. Volunteers drive around the community picking up packages while others gather, sort and pack boxes to be shipped out. Their website is here: http://helpingourtroopsma.org/Home_Page.php
Organizations like these give a little light of hope and positivity in a society filled with negative news and constant political banter. God bless these organizations and the service they give.
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