The Old Soldiers Home Foundation

05/23/2026

We still can’t get over the smiles on the faces of our veterans returning from the Honor Flight trip. ❤️🇺🇸

The joy, pride, emotion, and memories shared throughout this experience were truly unforgettable. Seeing our heroes welcomed home with such appreciation and support was a powerful reminder of how much these moments mean.

For many, the trip was more than a visit — it was a chance to reflect, reconnect, and be honored for their service and sacrifice.

These smiles say it all. 😊

Thank you to everyone who helped make this incredible experience possible for our veterans. Their stories, courage, and legacy continue to inspire us every day.

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05/23/2026

A heartfelt THANK YOU to the Old Soldiers’ Home Foundation for their generous donation of our new JBL Portable PA System! 🎶☀️

This incredible gift has already made a big impact during our annual Summer Kick Off Pool Party, helping create a fun, energetic atmosphere for our residents and staff to enjoy together.

As we continue making the most of the warmer weather, this portable sound system allows our Recreation team to bring even more activities outdoors while providing clear, high-quality sound for everyone involved. Its portability and ease of use have already enhanced several events — and summer is just getting started!

We are deeply grateful for the Foundation’s continued support and generosity in helping us create meaningful experiences and joyful moments for our residents. ❤️

Here are a few photos of the PA system in action during last week’s pool party! 📸

05/23/2026

There’s something special about places that quietly hold generations of stories. ❤️

The Old Soldiers’ Home in Washington, D.C. is one of those places — filled with history, memories, service, sacrifice, and lives well lived. Taking a walk down memory lane through articles like this reminds us how important it is to preserve the places that shaped so many lives and communities.

History isn’t just about buildings… it’s about the people, moments, and memories connected to them.

If you enjoy stories that connect the past to the present, this one is worth the read. 🇺🇸

📖 Read here: https://wamu.org/story/18/08/02/whats-story-behind-d-c-s-old-soldiers-home-whats-future-campus/

You may have driven by the bucolic expanse of green bordering the Petworth neighborhood in Northwest D.C. without knowing what it was. But the Old Soldiers' Home has a history dating back to the Mexican-American War, and has a population of more than 340 retired military veterans.

05/10/2026

🇺🇸 The Old Soldiers Home Foundation would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Shaggy's Harbor Bar & Grill for their incredible generosity in donating 39 gift cards valued at $25 each for our veterans participating in the recent Honor Flight.

Your kindness and support helped make this journey even more meaningful for the men and women who have sacrificed so much for our country. Gestures like yours remind our veterans that their service is appreciated and never forgotten. ❤️🤍💙

Thank you for standing with our veterans and helping create unforgettable memories for these American heroes. Please help us thank Shaggy’s for their outstanding community support! 🇺🇸

05/07/2026

𝐀 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫

We are incredibly grateful to the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America for an inspiring and impactful Day of Service at the Armed Forces Retirement Home in DC.

From the early morning hours, more than 60 dedicated volunteers came together—bringing equipment, materials, and unmatched expertise—to improve our golf course. The energy, teamwork, and passion on display were nothing short of extraordinary.

So much was accomplished in just one day, and while photos can offer a glimpse, they truly don’t capture the full spirit of what happened.

What made this day even more special was the pride of our residents. Their care and commitment to the course is what inspires professionals from across the country to step in and lend their support.

👏 A special (though humble) thank you to Paul, who plays a key role behind the scenes in making efforts like this possible.

⛳ And a reminder to all—this golf course is more than just a beautiful space. A healthy course directly supports the Residents Fund, helping enhance the quality of life for the heroes who call AFRH home.

It was a day filled with excitement, gratitude, and community—and we are so thankful to everyone who made it possible.

📸 Photos coming soon… though they can’t quite do it justice.

05/06/2026

𝐓𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐚 𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫. 𝐈𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐚 𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐰𝐨 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠. 🇺🇸✈️

The Old Soldiers Home Foundation was deeply honored to sponsor the departure dinner for our incredible Honor Flight veterans before they departed on this long-awaited trip to Washington, D.C. to visit the memorials built in their honor.

For many of these veterans, this journey represents healing, recognition, reflection, and a welcome home they may have never fully received. Seeing the excitement, emotion, and camaraderie in the room tonight reminded us exactly why this mission matters so much.

A very special thank you goes to celebrity chef Mike “Cajun Mike” for providing an unforgettable meal and helping make the evening truly special for our heroes. Your generosity, heart, and support meant more than words can express.

We also want to thank every donor, volunteer, supporter, guardian, and community partner who helped make this Honor Flight possible. It truly takes a village to honor America’s veterans the way they deserve.

As these heroes take flight, we ask everyone to keep them in your thoughts and prayers for a safe and meaningful journey.

Welcome home starts now. ❤️🤍💙

04/25/2026

🇺🇸⛳ Gratitude in Action – Supporting Those Who Served

The Old Soldiers Home Foundation would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the incredible volunteers and partners behind National Golf Day for their continued support of the Old Soldiers Golf Course at the Armed Forces Retirement Home.

This inspiring article highlights how dedicated volunteers are once again stepping up to improve and restore this special space for our nation’s heroes. From aerating greens to repairing and maintaining the course, their work brings renewed life to a place that means so much to our residents.

For many veterans, the golf course is more than just a recreational space—it’s a place of peace, connection, and pride. Seeing professionals and volunteers come together to give back in such a meaningful way is truly powerful.

To everyone involved—your generosity, time, and expertise are making a lasting impact. You are helping ensure that our veterans continue to enjoy a beautiful, well-maintained environment they deserve.

💙 Thank you for honoring those who served—not just in words, but through action.

🔗 Read the full story here: https://www.gcmonline.com/headlines/gcsaa-news/news/national-golf-day-volunteers-to-return-to-old-soldiers-golf-course

Attendees will pitch in on improvement projects at the golf course on the grounds of the Armed Forces Retirement Home in Washington, D.C.

04/16/2026

04/16/2026

Welcome home, heroes! 🇺🇸 An all-female honor flight just landed at Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport, and a crowd was on-hand to greet them!

12/12/2025