Depending on the country, Remembrance Day is known as Armistice Day, Veterans Day, or Poppy Day. Remembrance Day honors and appreciates the people who serve in the military. Most countries hold Remembrance Day on November 11 each year. That date marks the end of World War I. The United States celebrates Veterans Day each year on November 11. The US originally celebrated Remembrance day, … [Read more...]
Veterans Day
Today, Americans celebrate Veterans Day. Observed annually on November 11, it is a tribute to military veterans who served in the United States Armed Forces on the anniversary of the end of World War I. However, it is not to be confused with Memorial Day. Memorial Day honors the U.S. service members who died while in service. Armistice Day Initially, Veterans Day originated as … [Read more...]
Veteran And Military Families Month
November is Veteran and Military Families Month in recognition of the sacrifices of service members and their families. There are many ways to support our veterans, service members, and their families. As the holidays near, it is important to provide support however possible. 2020 Raises Concerns COVID-19 has changed the way veterans interact with others and has added more … [Read more...]
National Veteran And Military Families Month
In 1996, the Armed Services YMCA established November as Military Families Month. Each year since, the U.S. Government recognizes the occasion. This November, the President signed a proclamation for National Veterans and Military Families Month in recognition of their patriotism. President Donald J. Trump wrote: "The Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast … [Read more...]
ALS Awareness – Military Vulnerability
What Is ALS? Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Amyotrophic is Greek, meaning no muscle nourishment. When a muscle has no nourishment, it wastes away, or "atrophies". The term "lateral" identifies a person's spinal cord areas where portions of the nerve cells that signal and … [Read more...]
