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HERO’S HOPE PROGRAM COMFORTS VETERANS IN THEIR FINAL DAYS

Cincinnati VA fulfilling Veterans’ last wishes



October 23, 2024

Todd Sledge

Chief of Public Affairs, Cincinnati VA Medical Center

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Cincinnati VA has introduced the Hero’s Hope initiative, an inspiring program
dedicated to fulfilling the final wishes of Veterans in hospice care. By
offering moments of joy, comfort and renewed purpose, this heartfelt endeavor
aims to make a significant impact during Veterans’ final days.


DREAMED OF BEING A DEPUTY SHERIFF

Bob is deputized an honorary deputy sheriff

The Hero’s Hope initiative began with a simple wish. Bob had always dreamed of
becoming a Brown County deputy sheriff, a goal he held close even as life took
him down different paths. He served in the Army during the Vietnam War at 17.
Three years later, he returned home only to find out he was still too young to
become a law enforcement officer.

Unable to pursue his dream at that time, Bob enlisted into the Marine Corps.
Over the years, though, he left his dream behind—though he also never forgot it.

Bob shared this long-held dream with nurse Jamie Kuhlman at the Cincinnati VA
Community Living Center. Moved by his story, Kuhlman contacted Nurse Christina
Thorning, who immediately set the plan in motion by enlisting the help of
Cincinnati VA’s Director Jane Johnson.

Thorning reached out to Sheriff Gordon Ellis at the Brown County sheriff’s
department and, within 12 hours, Ellis responded by deputizing Bob as an
honorary Brown County deputy sheriff.

Ellis also provided Bob with a Brown County patch, which Bob wore proudly every
day. Bob also received a patch from VA Cincinnati Chief of Police Jon Maggard,
along with an honorary police certificate.


SOLACE AND HOPE

The program’s mission extends beyond wish fulfillment. By granting wishes and
creating meaningful experiences, Hero’s Hope offers solace and hope to Veterans
and their families during a challenging time.

Every Veteran referred to Cincinnati VA’s inpatient hospice program will be
offered a “Hero’s Hope” coin, which symbolizes hope and serves as a keepsake for
the family, representing the lasting impact of the program.

While the Hero’s Hope Initiative is still in its early stages, VA Cincinnati has
plans for its expansion. The goal is to share the initiative nationwide,
providing hope and comfort to more Veterans. With the support of Cincinnati VA
employees, volunteers and community members, Hero’s Hope is poised to make a
significant impact on the lives of Veterans and their families.

Bob passed in June 2024, his wish fulfilled.





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 1. Nealy & Diana October 23, 2024 at 16:22 - Reply
    
    “WOW”.. This is a Very Moving Story about one of our own…bring tears to a
    Grown Man’s eyes..Thanks to all
    Of the great people who made this happen..Thanks VA for this great article

    


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