9 Veterans At Memory Care Residence Honored On Veterans Day

OAK LAWN, IL — For 68-year-old Sandra McAlpine, Veteran’s Day stirs up a host of memories. McAlpine served as an Army sergeant stationed in Germany. On Veteran’s Day, she donned her uniform and celebrated with nine other veterans who reside at an Oak Lawn memory care community.

Grace Point Place, 5701 W. 101st St., Oak Lawn hosted a Veteran’s Day Recognition featuring special guests.

Oak Lawn Mayor Terry Vorderer, a Vietnam combat veteran, and Oak Lawn Parks Commissioner Major Dan Johnson, an active-duty Army officer, lead the celebration with the presentation of a flag to the community. Both are members of the Oak Lawn Elks.

The ten veterans at the community represent many arms of the military and fought in different wars.

“This is a wonderful way to thank our residents for their contributions and sacrifice,” said Shannon Dahlman, community relations director for Grace Point Place. “This was a significant time for our seniors and one in which they take pride. It’s really important to honor their patriotism.”

Grace Point Place is operated by Anthem Memory Care.