Quail Creek Honors Local Veterans
At Quail Creek in Green Valley, Arizona, life is about connection, purpose, and community. Residents embrace the Active Adult lifestyle through friendships, activities, and giving back. Recently, that spirit of compassion extended beyond the community gates through a meaningful project as Quail Creek honors local veterans.
Honoring Veterans Through Service
The Green Valley Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) completed an 18-month project to assist veterans in recovery. Design challenges and approval delays tested their patience, but the group never gave up.
Their efforts resulted in the donation of 150 Challenge Coins to the Tucson VA Hospital. The coins will be presented to veterans who complete a special program for those overcoming PTSD.
A symbol of appreciation
Organizations place their insignia on challenge coins and often give them to recognize service, mark special achievements, or build camaraderie.
The tradition is tied to respect from a commander or peer, and coins are most often presented in a handshake, passed discreetly from palm to palm so the recipient feels the weight before they see it.
For many service members, receiving a coin is a personal and memorable moment that can symbolize acceptance, trust or appreciation from the giver.
A Sponsor Moved to Make a Difference
This heartfelt donation was made possible through the generosity of Quail Creek resident Lisa Larkin, Esq., with RE/MAX Professionals. As one of the Chapter’s Corporate Sponsors, the organization invited Ms. Larkin to choose from several veteran-focused projects.
When she heard about the PTSD recovery program, she felt an instant connection. Supporting those who have served and now face such challenges deeply resonated with her.
Contributions by Peggy McGee
About Quail Creek
Quail Creek, a Robson Resort Community, offers a welcoming environment for active adults 55 and better. From championship golf and creative arts to countless social opportunities, residents enjoy a lifestyle that’s both engaging and fulfilling.
To learn more about the Quail Creek lifestyle and new homes for sale, schedule a visit today. Experience firsthand why so many call this Green Valley community home — and discover a place where kindness and purpose thrive.