VACATIONS

Disney World and New York.

“Although those wars are over, these guys still face many challenges,” said DeMonbrun.

Injured troops can spend weeks, months, even years in rehabilitation and even after that, some wounds linger. Post-traumatic stress and traumatic brain injuries are challenges that may last a lifetime.

“When they transition to family life when they get out of rehabilitation, they needed to reconnect with their spouse, their parents, their children and our vacations are for them to help them transition back to family life,” said DeMonbrun.

Vacations for Warriors has so far sent 45 warriors and their families on vacations, including several from out of state. is upcoming event will be raising funds for Army Sgt. Christian Valle, Marine Pvt. First Class Kevin Hanrahan and Army Sgt. Ezquiel Rodriguez and their families.

Previous vacation recipients will be at the event.

A $50 donation includes a light dinner and casino chips as there will be poker, black jack, craps and roulette. e night will also include a cash bar and a silent auction. Among items being sold will be golf course foursomes, sports memorabilia and purses.

Tickets can be bought on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/charity-casino-night-vacations-4-warriors-