Memorial Day is a day for remembering the hundreds of thousands of Americans who have given their lives to protect our freedom.
Memorial Day weekend is also a time when many Americans officially welcome in the summer months, enjoying the company of family and friends, backyard barbecues and outdoor activities.
This year, as we cope with the challenges of Covid-19, quarantines and social distancing have made it difficult to honor the memory of our veterans in meaningful ways and participate in traditions that define us. But we will persevere.
As we reflect on the ultimate sacrifice of the men and women who have proudly served, and mourn the veterans and all Americans who have succumbed fighting this pandemic, one truth remains clear; our country is resilient.
During our darkest hours, the American spirit has always shone through. We have faced adversity head on; bonding together, supporting one another, and making sacrifices for the good of our country.
This Memorial Day, let’s try to keep this all in mind.
There is also some good news as we approach the holiday weekend. VA cemeteries are open to the public, and Arlington National Cemetery is open to family pass holders.
United Spinal and VetsFirst are doing our part to honor our fallen heroes.
- Our service officers and information specialists are providing one-on-one assistance to disabled veterans and wheelchair users, offering critical support through our Online Resource Center and help desk
- Our Advocacy team is keeping governors, state officials, and legislators informed of the changing needs of veterans in order to ensure access to VA healthcare, critical benefits and community supports and services
- We’re offering timely and news and information across the spectrum of issues presently impacting the veterans community, including state benefits, separating from the military, as well as exclusive feature stories on military health care and VA funding and compensation.
Give a Memorial or Tribute Gift
If you’d like to support our continued efforts to assist veterans, please consider making a memorial or tribute gift to honor the memory of veteran close to your heart.
Learn more about United Spinal’s VetsFirst program at www.vetsfirst.org.