Service Ideas

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Permalink Reply by Allison Gygi on September 10, 2010 at 9:38pm

Thanks Sylvia! I'll look into those ideas. And I will definitely come to you when I need to talk to someone. Thanks! I'm pretty independent most of the time and I didn't think that being separated would be a big deal. I didn't realize that I would need to rely on the support of others so much. But when I was looking for it, I didn't know where I could find it. I wish I had found this page sooner. But now I know. Thanks!

Permalink Reply by Megan Glynn on September 11, 2010 at 8:40am

I volunteered with the Special Olympics and had the experience of a lifetime! Watching the young children with Down Syndrome and other disabilities throw their arms into the air in celebration of coming in last place for the race was one of the most heart-warming moments of my life! It definitely gave me "new perspective" on what friendly athletic competitions should be about!

Another act of service...reach out to a local school teacher. Help her decorate her room for a new season, grade papers, read a book to the kids during storytime -- she will be SO GRATEFUL!!!

So glad that the deployment is almost over for you, Allison! Feel free to reach out to me as well....I've been through 4 with another one on the horizon next summer. I can't say it gets easier, however, you become acclimated to how life functions during deployment. I'm here if you need anything...

Permalink Reply by Allison Gygi on September 11, 2010 at 3:02pm

Thanks! Those are some great ideas Megan! I live in a college town and I know they do Special Olympics at the university every year. I'll look into that!

Permalink Reply by Megan Glynn on September 11, 2010 at 3:17pm

I'll send more as I think of them.... When does your husband get back??? Good for you for keeping busy!!!

Permalink Reply by Allison Gygi on September 11, 2010 at 3:55pm

He gets home next Saturday. I'm so excited!

Megan Glynn said:

I'll send more as I think of them.... When does your husband get back??? Good for you for keeping busy!!!

Permalink Reply by Megan Glynn on September 11, 2010 at 4:01pm

WAHOOOOOOOOO!!!!! That is so exciting! There is nothing better...

Permalink Reply by Marti Knoll on February 3, 2011 at 12:27am

What a wonderful thing to do!!  If there is a VA anywhere near, they always need and want volunteers.  I know you can also mail letters to Walter Reed Hospital in care of "any soldier"  There is also Soldiers angels, Operation homefront, and many other charities and service organizations that are military related that you could get involved with...check on line for the military groups.......these and others in your state or by your base.  You will be surprised at how many things there are to do.  We have jusat National Guard here in Michigan, no active military bases anymore, but I have become involved with Operation Homefront, just got directed to Soldiers Angels, A Military Support group in my area, and Blue Star Mother's of America.....all volunteer service organizations designed to help members of the military and their families.  Or start a group of your own on base, or for base wives!!  Get online and research those in your area.  Hope this helps!

Marti