Vietnam Vet Honored with Wheelchair, Quilt at Field of Honor

At the Ninth Annual Field of Honor in Georgetown, Texas, where more than 2,000 flags honored military members and first responders, A Place At Home - North Austin and the ShareTheWill Foundation collaborated to present a Vietnam veteran with two significant gifts: a motorized wheelchair and a personalized quilt featuring his name, rank, and service history. This heartwarming ceremony occurred amidst rows of waving flags and families paying tribute, marking the 40th motorized wheelchair or scooter donated through the ongoing partnership between these organizations. The event highlighted the powerful community spirit in Williamson County, with local leaders emphasizing how such actions demonstrate shared values and genuine support for those who served.

The partnership between A Place At Home - North Austin and ShareTheWill Foundation stems from a deep commitment to community service. For Stacey Eisenberg and her husband Bryan, co-owners of A Place At Home - North Austin, this mission began when a local medical lending closet closed two years ago, creating a gap in access to essential mobility equipment. Their introduction to Will Williams, founder of ShareTheWill Foundation, sparked a collaboration that has since provided nearly 40 wheelchairs to veterans, seniors, and families in need. The Eisenberg family, including their children, remains actively involved, making this a full-family effort to support the community. ShareTheWill, founded by Will Williams, a 26-year Army veteran and former Ranger, operates with no paid staff, ensuring every dollar and donated item goes directly to community impact, from mobility equipment to holiday assistance programs.

Local partners like Mobility City in Cedar Park contributed to this specific event, but the core partnership continues between A Place At Home North Austin and ShareTheWill Foundation to address critical gaps left by the closed lending closet. The organizations welcome additional corporate sponsors to expand their reach. Central Texas residents can donate gently used medical equipment such as wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, and hospital beds, or request support by contacting ShareTheWill Foundation. This initiative not only honors veterans but also strengthens community bonds, as evidenced by the Field of Honor event organized by the Rotary Club of Georgetown, which serves as a poignant backdrop for recognizing heroes and fostering collective gratitude.