Senior veterans share their stories with the next generation

Students from Our Lady of Fatima joined seniors at Vineyard Place in a walk to celebrate Veterans Day. Valley News/Courtesy photo

MURRIETA – For David Galey, age 95, Veterans Day stirs up a host of memories. He served in the US Army achieving the rank of Corporal Technician during the Korean War. Galey, a resident of Vineyard Place, is one of 5 veterans who shared their stories with local students during a commemorative walk at the community located at 24325 Washington Ave., Murrieta.

Students from Our Lady of Fatima Home School spent the afternoon learning about their sacrifices and bravery. The group enjoyed refreshments after the walk.

The Veterans Day gathering fostered respect, gratitude and connection between the two generations. Valley News/Courtesy photo

“This was a meaningful exchange of gratitude and connection across the generations,” said Chris Balmes, life engagement director for Vineyard Place. “We hope that the students will come away with a new respect for the elders and be in awe of their patriotism, dedication and bravery.”

Vineyard Place is Anthem Memory Care’s Murrieta residence. Anthem’s core purpose is to protect, engage, and love people living with memory loss and is committed to provide understanding and significance to people with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. Learn more at AnthemMemoryCare.com.

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