U.S. Army Green Beret Sergeant First Class Joe Lowrey sustained a gunshot wound to the head during a combat tour in Afghanistan while serving with the 7th Special Forces Group on July 7, 2014. The injury occurred during SFC Lowrey’s third military deployment, just after he and his wife, Jennifer, welcomed their fourth child.
Despite being given a small chance of survival by doctors, SFC Lowrey stayed strong through excruciating recovery and rehabilitation. After weeks at Walter Reed, SFC Lowrey woke from his coma with a full memory. He was not out of the woods, however, as his injuries left him without movement on the left side of his body and while he has almost fully recovered his memories, his short-term memory is completely gone.
Now years removed from the incident, SFC Lowrey remains resolute and has his sights set on regaining the ability to walk on his own. Determined to “pay-it-forward,” Lowrey co-founded his own non-profit foundation aimed at helping other veterans find services, employment, and other opportunities.
Jared Allen’s Homes for Wounded Warriors and our partners at the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Neff Construction built a home in Rancho Cucamonga, California, specially designed by SFC Lowrey and his family, individually suited to fit his needs.
On September 29th, 2022, SFC Lowrey and his family received the keys to their new, injury-specific, mortgage-free home. Lowrey is grateful for the independence and comfortability this home will bring to him and his family.
Please take a moment to honor SFC Lowrey’s service and sacrifice by signing his guest book and leaving a message of support below. Consider donating today to help JAH4WW continue its mission of supporting combat-wounded Veterans. Your generosity makes a difference.
Veterans with eye related injuries and amputees can struggle with high cabinet shelving. Pull down shelves bring hard-to-reach items down.
APPLIANCES
Accessible appliances have features that include upfront controls, one hand operation, are easy to open and require no more than five pounds of pressure.
ZERO THRESHOLD DOORWAYS
Wider doorways with maneuvering space and zero threshold clearances make entrances that are designed to open doors for everyone.
BARRIER FREE SHOWERS
Custom built showers accessible for wheelchairs and comfortable for people of all abilities include grab bars, slip resistant floors and seating.
ACCESSIBLE COUNTER TOPS/SINKS
Lower countertops accommodate wheelchair users, allow for ease of use and are free of sharp edges. Sinks include knee clearance, space below and shallower depths.
PERSONALIZATION
Our homes are 100% accessible and incorporate unique customization options specific to each Veteran’s interests. Including custom gyms and therapy rooms sponsored by the UFC.
Since 2009, we have been deeply grateful for the generous contributions that have enabled us to build accessible, mortgage-free housing for Veterans wounded in combat. The resilience and determination of these Veterans has inspired our foundation’s mission; but your support allows us to continue Serving Those Who Serve Us.
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