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Westmont of Riverside to hold Veterans Commemoration on Nov. 11

By Walke Communications , Community Writer
November 1, 2023 at 05:36am. Views: 161

The Public is Invited to attend An Official Plaque Unveiling and reception  

 

Veteran’s Day is especially meaningful to the residents and staff at Westmont of Riverside (Formerly Air Force Village West), which is one of the largest retirement communities in California and home to many retired military service members and their families as they will be honored on Veteran’s Day with a bronze plaque located at the front entrance of the community.

 

“We are dedicating this plaque to all those past, present and future resident veterans, spouses, and widows in recognition of their sacrifices to our country," said Bill Baltazar, Lt. Col. US Air Force, Retired, chairman of the Veteran’s Appreciation Committee.  The volunteer committee of a dozen residents has been planning this special dedication for a year. The unveiling will take place in a special commemoration ceremony on Veteran’s Day, Saturday, November 11. The event is open to the public and free of charge.

 

WHEN: Saturday, November 11, 2023– 10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 

·         10:50 a.m.- A musical salute to the services

·         11 a.m.

–     Welcome remarks, Bill Baltazar, Lt. Col. US Air Force Retired

  • Invocation, Chaplain Don LedererMajor, U.S. Air Force, Retired
  • Honor guard and Posting of Color --California Military Institute (CMI) under the direction of David Sibley, Master Sergeant U.S. Marine Corps, Retired
  • Pledge of Allegiance – Bill Baltazar, Lt. Col. US Air Force Retired

·         Bugle Performance of Star Spangled Banner – – Cadet Matthew Rodriguez

·         11:20 a.m. – Dedication and unveiling of the special plaque

·         11:28 a.m. – God Bless America, sung by Monya Henry, Executive Director, Westmont of Riverside

 

WHERE:       Westmont of Riverside (Formerly Air Force Village West)

                        17050 Arnold Drive, Riverside, CA 92518 (951) 697-2100. Main entrance. There is a guest parking lot with handicap parking.

                        On-site media contact: Carla Henson cell phone 909-636-0603

 

ABOUT:        Westmont Living is a privately owned and managed senior living provider based in La Jolla with more than 20-years offering exceptional care to seniors. The company mission is to provide inspiring life experiences that enables residents and their families to lead full and enriching lives. The company currently owns and operates 18 communities in California and Oregon. Westmont offers proprietary Live Your Way® programs focused on the seven dimensions of wellness.    To learn more, about Westmont of Riverside, please call 951-697-2100 or visit http://www.westmont-village.com/

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