On Veterans Day, First Senior Center of Georgia hosted a special event to support its senior community, many of whom are veterans who have resettled in the U.S. through the Special Release Reeducation Center Detainee Resettlement Program. This event honored their contributions and recognized their journeys.
Von Tran, Executive Director of First Senior Center of Georgia, and her staff are dedicated to assisting Vietnamese and other minority seniors. Her partnership with Chris Brand, Executive Director of FODAC, has made this impactful distribution possible.
“Over the past seven years, I have had the privilege of serving our wonderful seniors. Each face, each story has left a profound mark on my heart. I’ve witnessed the challenges many of our elders face as their health declines, turning simple tasks — like walking or bathing — into significant hurdles,” said Tran. “How wonderful that Emory Morsberger, Executive Director of Gateway85 CID, introduced us to Chris Brand of FODAC. The response from our seniors shows a great need for these support aids, and this is just the beginning of a partnership that will continue to provide essential medical supplies.”
Recognizing that minority groups often face challenges integrating into American society due to language barriers and limited access to government support, First Senior Center of Georgia offers programs such as a food bank, free transportation, burial services, and social support.
The Veterans Day event marked the beginning of a meaningful partnership between First Senior Center of Georgia and FODAC.
