On Patriot’s Day 2018 a group of Neptune Township Seniors gathered at the Senior Center for an act of service honoring those who perished and those who have perished since that fateful day 17 years ago. The Seniors created 100 gift boxes and baskets for our brave soldiers deployed overseas and for those returning home to transitional housing here in New Jersey.
Each gift contains hygiene supplies and a hand written note letting them know that they were thinking of them and appreciate their sacrifices for our great nation. Marking the changes in our military, the volunteers made certain that 25% of those gifts created were for women. During their time together, the Seniors decided that they will participate in the “Stockings for Soldiers” during the upcoming holidays as well. They want to remind everyone that aging doesn’t mean you stop giving when and where you can!