For many wounded veterans, the Fisher House at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center is their home away from home. The non-profit organization houses veterans and their families at little or no cost. WAMU Reporter Patrick Madden visited there and talked with several veterans and their family members.
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Jimmy King, you and other wounded runners inspire us runners and fans at races. How I can volunteer to be a running buddy for wounded veterans? I volunteer coach beginning runners for MCRRC. I live near Bethesda Naval Hospital.