It is easy to say that you support veterans, but actions honestly do speak louder than words. So, if you have a passion for helping veterans who may need extra support, there are a few simple ways to do so.
Provide Transportation
Many veterans come home with various disabilities and ailments that make it difficult for them to drive themselves to appointments or run errands. Offer them transportation, whether that means driving them or ordering them an Uber. Moreover, you can look to Luke’s Wings, a veteran charity that provides free airfare for wounded or ill service members. Physically or financially, there are ways you can help a veteran get to where they need to go.
Spend Time With Them
Another great way to support your local veterans is by visiting wounded vets at a nearby VA facility. Many of the veterans in these facilities don’t get many visitors, so spending just a little time with them could brighten their day. Look up your local VA facility and then contact the staff to see if you could arrange a visit. The staff can let you know who would benefit the most from a visitor.
Tell Them Thank You
One of the easiest ways to show your support for veterans is by giving them a simple “thank you.” Thank them for their service and sacrifices for this country. Ensure your gratitude is genuine and heartfelt. Many veterans probably don’t hear “thank you” as often as they should, so expressing such gratitude can make all the difference.
There are many simple ways to support your veterans, whether providing transportation, visiting them, or simply saying “thank you.”
