Here’s a release from the Air Force Enlisted Village:
Support Needed for Older Adult Evacuees Being Temporarily Housed at Bob Hope Village and Hawthorn House
Shalimar, Florida (September 7, 2017) – Assisted living and memory care residents and staff members who must evacuate due to Hurricane Irma will be temporarily housed by the Air Force Enlisted Village (AFEV) at Bob Hope Village and Hawthorn House in Shalimar. The first group will arrive late tonight/tomorrow and the others throughout the weekend.
The local community is asked to provide assistance for the older adults with donations.
Due to strict state health codes and dietary restrictions, homemade food items cannot be accepted.
Monetary gifts are needed most to purchase the necessary food and supplies for the evacuees’ care that may last up to 10 days.
Donations of all sizes are appreciated and $5 or $10 will go a long way to help. Donations can be made at www.afev.us/give (please send an email to [email protected] to note your gift is for the Irma evacuees). Donations can also be dropped off at or mailed to Air Force Enlisted Village Headquarters, 92 Sunset Lane, Shalimar, FL 32579.
At this time, the following specific items will be accepted at Bob Hope Village Commons, 30 Holly Ave., Shalimar:
• Bottled water
• Bladder control products of all sizes for men and women
• Baby wipes
• Paper towels
• Disposable plates, cups, utensils and cutlery
• Small and large trash bags
Donations of restaurant catered meals are appreciated and will be accepted by coordination with VaTema Ivy, Hawthorn House Dining Services Director, at 660-563-0581.
Musicians, counselors, massage therapists, and prayer leaders who can volunteer to provide activities and entertainment must be coordinated by the activities department by leaving a message for Christina Knight, Hawthorn House Activities Coordinator, at 850-609-2550 ext. 220.
AFEV is working with the Okaloosa County Health Department, Florida Assisted Living Association, and the Agency for Health Care Administration to provide shelter for assisted living residents being evacuated.
About the Air Force Enlisted Village
The Air Force Enlisted Village is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that provides a home for surviving spouses of retired enlisted Air Force members at Bob Hope Village (active, independent living) and Hawthorn House (assisted living and memory support) in Shalimar, FL near Eglin AFB and Hurlburt Field. At Bob Hope Village and Hawthorn House, residents enjoy worry free living and camaraderie while sharing memories of military life. To learn more about the Air Force Enlisted Village, please visit www.afev.us.
