Kerrville, TX –March 20, 2024 – The Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act was signed into law in 2017. It designates March 29th of each year as National Vietnam War Veterans Day. This day commemorates the last American troops departing from Vietnam on March 29th, 1973. As the nation honors these American heroes for their military service and pays tribute to their selfless actions, Peterson Hospice will extend its recognition by hosting a Welcome Home Reception on March 29th at the Hill Country Veterans Center located at 411 Meadowview Lane in Kerrville.
As a We Honor Veterans partner, Peterson Hospice is providing specialized care to veterans who are facing a life-limiting illness and their families throughout the year. This includes a veteran volunteer program, recognition of service certificates, and assistance navigating veteran’s benefits.
In recognition of Vietnam Veterans Day, Peterson Hospice invites you to attend our Welcome Home Reception on March 29th at Hill Country Veterans Center at 10:30AM. The program will include a presentation of colors by the Tivy JROTC, the National Anthem lead by Tivy Choir Quartet, a Missing Man table in honor of fallen, missing, or imprisoned service members, and a pinning ceremony led by our local DAR chapter.
“Peterson Hospice has the privilege of supporting persons at the end of life and their families. It is an honor to care for those who have made a commitment of service to our freedom and our country. Our veterans deserve the utmost respect for their sacrifices, and we are grateful for the opportunity to show our support.” said Gretchen Rye, Community Outreach Coordinator for Peterson Home Based Services.
The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, in collaboration with the Department of Veterans Affairs, created the We Honor Veterans program to empower hospice and other healthcare providers across America to meet the unique needs of seriously ill Veterans and their families. Learn more about the We Honor Veterans program at www.WeHonorVeterans.org.
About Peterson Health – Peterson Health is a nonprofit, independent health network serving the Texas Hill Country in Kerrville, Texas. Established in 1949, it serves patients from the surrounding nine counties and has expanded to 13 rooftops in the region. It offers extensive healthcare through their network of doctors, state of the art facilities, and regional footprint. Their vision of providing “World-Class Care Today, Tomorrow, and Always” is evident by award winning programs and national awards for quality and safety. Being named Best Places to Work in Healthcare by Modern Health for two years in a row is a testament to how Peterson values their team. They are meeting their mission of providing exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care.
For more information, contact Gretchen Rye at grye@petersonhealth.com or visit the website at
www.petersonhealth.com.