ASSUMPTION — Assumption veteran Gary Shuck is the founder of Soldiers and Dogs, a non profit organization that aims to prevent suicide among veterans of all eras who may suffer from combat fatigue, depression, and isolation among other issues. Shuck is pictured with his personal service dog L.T. as the pair present to a church group as they try to raise awareness for the internal struggles that veterans can sometimes face. submitted photo
It’s said that there is no instance of bravery which has never faltered. Even an iron will and steely resolve can sometimes waiver under the weight of the world.
For some veterans, that’s exactly the scenario they find themselves in as they try to reacclimate to civilian life. Assumption veteran Gary Shuck, though, is working to help struggling soldiers find the conviction to carry on, and he’s doing it with the help of some four-legged friends. Monday, November 11, 2019
The American Legion held a Veteran’s Day Ceremony on Monday, November 11 to honor those who served.
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