On July 31, the Orlando VA Medical Center hosted handcycling for the 38th National Veterans Wheelchair Games. The event began at 7:30 a.m as 73 veterans raced around a 10K course constructed around the VA. Participants ranged from first-timers to seasoned athletes. Riders raced at the same time, but everyone was broken up into four divisions: novice, open, masters and … [Read more...]
Nona Heroes: Senior Airman Rick Boyd
In this recurring special feature, Nonahood News recognizes and honors those everyday heroes who have served or are currently serving our country and making a difference in our community. Those who reside in the Lake Nona and surrounding area are our Nona Heroes This month’s featured hero is Rick Boyd. Boyd has lived in the Lake Nona area for 29 years. He joined the United … [Read more...]
Fisher House Receives Universal Orlando Foundation Grant
Since its official opening earlier this year in February and taking its first guest in April, the Orlando VA Medical Center’s Fisher House has received $30,000 in grants. Universal Orlando Foundation donated $25,000, and Lockheed Martin gave $5,000. Maureen Karkovice is the secretary to Friends of Fisher House Orlando, (FOFHO, a non-profit community group that supports the … [Read more...]
Nona Heroes: Major Scott Meehan
In this recurring special feature, Nonahood News recognizes and honors those everyday heroes who have served or are currently serving our country and making a difference in our community. Those who reside in the Lake Nona and surrounding area are our Nona Heroes. Born in 1958 in Baltimore, Md., this month’s hero has been on quite the journey. Scott Meehan grew up living in … [Read more...]
Volunteers Needed! Join the Orlando VA Medical Center
Looking to devote time for a good cause? Give back to those that gave so much? Reach out to our Orlando VA Medical Center to see how you can help. To volunteer or more information please email: [email protected] … [Read more...]
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