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A group of about 25 people gathered at the Eagles Club in Rochester on April 20 to make blankets through the Soldiers' Angles-Blankets of Hope program.
The Blankets of Hope team creates unique, handmade blankets to send hope, support and gratitude to America's wounded and veterans. Used on hospital beds, wheelchairs and transport litters on medevac flights, Blankets of Hope bring the message that each service member is loved and not forgotten. They are included in our First Response Backpacks and Vet Packs sent to Combat Support Hospitals in the war zones, major medical facilities in Germany and around the world, and selected military hospitals and veterans centers here at home.
Wounded soldiers are quickly evacuated from the battlefield, leaving behind their clothing, personal equipment and brothers in arms. During this time of pain and upheaval, the Blanket of Hope provides warmth and comfort for the wounded soldier. Most importantly, it shows the soldier that someone cares about him and is thinking and praying for him.
