On Feb. 14, the National Fisher House Foundation will be hosting the grand opening of the much-anticipated Fisher House located at the Orlando VA Medical Center. The Fisher House dedication is open to the public, and about 300 attendees are anticipated. The ceremony will begin at 10 a.m., featuring guest speakers such as Lou Holtz, who is the honorary chairman for the Friends … [Read more...]
38th National Veterans Wheelchair Games
Volunteer Registration Opens for the 38th National Veterans Wheelchair Games The Orlando VA Medical Center and the Central Florida Chapter of the Paralyzed Veterans of America are hosting the 38th National Veterans Wheelchair Games in Orlando, FL July 30-August 4, 2018. Each year more than 500 athletes attend the National Veterans Wheelchair Games which is a multi-event … [Read more...]
Lake Nona Veterans Club Monthly Meeting
Modeled after the Celebration Veterans Club, the Lake Nona Veterans Club is an organization that desires to promote awareness and interests in veterans affairs as well as participate in community and civic activities. For those interested, membership in the Lake Nona Veterans Club is open to any veteran who has served honorably in any branch of the United States military, … [Read more...]
Nona Heroes: Specialist Robert BJ Jackson
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, Nonahood News features Lake Nona resident and Army National Guard Specialist Robert BJ Jackson. This … [Read more...]
An Angel Tree at the VA
On Nov. 3, the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Lake Nona will host its first ever Angel Tree. The Angel Tree is meant to support veterans and their families throughout the season of giving, and the Lake Baldwin location also will be included in the local Angel Tree. The Viera and Daytona locations also will be participating for the first time. Adelina Sowell, the chief of … [Read more...]