Publication: Hometown News

Article Published: Feb 15, 2026

VIERA — When veterans have put their life on the line to serve and protect, and they do it without so much as an expectation for recognition, it’s only right to take a moment to share our appreciation.

The public is invited along with veterans and their families to celebrate “Every Day is Veterans Day” at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27 at One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera.

Refreshments, music, guest speakers and a special pinning ceremony are all set to make this day special for our veterans.

“Watching our veterans light up when they are thanked, recognized, and surrounded by people who truly appreciate their service never gets old,” said Angie Higgins, director of One Senior Place.

The event will kick off with the Posting of the Colors, Pledge of Allegiance, and the singing of the national anthem by Lt. Colonel Cynthia Watkins-Pishdad (U.S. Army, Ret.).

Attendees will hear a keynote address by Tom Landwermeyer, a retired U.S. Army Brigadier General, who will speak about the mission of his nonprofit, Homes for Our Troops, which builds specially adapted custom homes for severely injured post-9/11 veterans.

The lively sound of the bagpipes will fill the air as the Space Coast Highlanders Bagpipe & Drum Band make their way around the crowd.

For Higgins, the pinning ceremony is hands down her favorite moment each year. Veterans of all eras will be recognized during this event.

“It is a simple moment, but it carries so much meaning and pride,” Higgins said.

One Senior Place is here year-round to help connect veterans and seniors, to benefits, resources, and trusted professionals. Whether it’s legal help, care options, or just knowing where to start.

Some of the most common challenges One Senior Place has seen veterans face as they age, according to Higgins, are navigating benefits, understanding care options, and not knowing where to turn first.

“It can feel overwhelming,” she said, adding that those who attend the veterans’ event are welcome to bring their questions.

“They do not leave with a brochure and a good luck,” Higgins said. “We connect them directly with people who can help and walk alongside them.”

For those who did not serve but plan to attend “Every Day is Veterans Day,” Higgins said she hopes they leave more aware, more compassionate, and knowing there is a community right here ready to support our veterans and their families.

Space is limited for this free event and One Senior Place kindly asks anyone interested in attending to RSVP by calling 321-751-6771 or visiting www.oneseniorplace.com/events.