Although the war is winding down, our troops will still be overseas for some time to come and need to know their dependents back home requiring housing repair and maintenance assistance have a place to turn.
Builders Care, a program of the Northeast Florida Builders Association, wants to help families of activated National Guard and Reserve units get help. Builders Care has launched a military assistance program for families of civilian soldiers who are currently activated and deployed overseas for Operation Iraqi Freedom.
“Some people don’t know where to call when they have a housing related problem,” said Ken Kuester, Builders Care chairman. “That’s what we want to offer.”
Selections will be made on a case-by-case basis according to need, explained Kuester.
“The support given to the deployed Guardsmen and Reservists has been overwhelming,” said Chief Warrant Officer Bobbi Hall, statewide family readiness coordinator for the Florida National Guard. “Programs like the one by the Northeast Florida Builders Association are examples good of that support.”
“Our industry stands behind our troops 100 percent,” said Kuester. “They are fighting for our country overseas and they shouldn’t worry about needing assistance at home. This program is one way we can show our support and appreciation.”
For more information call Builders Care volunteer Shirley Lother, 727-6030.