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...]
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: vhaorlconcierge@va.com … [Read more...]
Rotary Update: Helping Disabled Veterans Get Their Home Cleaned – Green Cleaning for a Cause
It all began when Page Leindecker, founder of My Clean Green Home, crossed paths with cancer patient Sandy Campbell. The two met in 2015 through a mutual friend who had stressed to Leindecker Campbell’s need for a hand in cleaning her house. On top of having a son who was a toddler she had to take care of, Campbell’s chances of becoming ill were very high since she was going … [Read more...]
Orlando Fisher House Dedicated to Bringing Hope and Comfort to Veteran Families
The Orlando Fisher House celebrated its grand opening on Feb. 14 with more than 300 people in attendance. Special guests, such as the honorary chairman for Friends of Fisher House, Lou Holtz, and President of the Fisher House Foundation, David Coker, gave motivational speeches to the crowd. Lake Nona Middle School’s orchestra and jazz band also came and performed during the … [Read more...]