By: Cindy Libonati

Courtesy of Andy Holzman

The National Veterans Golden Age Games in Des Moines, Iowa are in for a surprise. This year, our local Sepulveda VA team will give the competition a run for first. At least we think. Larry Dorey, Steve Palmer, Roland Guevara, Don Starler and Frank Boykin train every morning at 8am. For a crew of 70 and 80 year old’s, I’m impressed. Shot put, discus, cycling, tennis, bowling, you name it, they do it.

“Three years ago I couldn’t touch my knees,” Boykin said. “Now I’m touching my toes and feeling great.”

But, these all stars could really use some financial support. Every year they spend months collecting recyclable glass and plastic containers for extra cash.  On a good week, they make $75.  Their other income comes from social security checks and small pensions.  They don’t vacation and live humbly in one bedroom apartments.  The $1,500 cost for the games is unaffordable without donations.

Can we help these vets?

Donation checks should be made out to Sepulveda Veterans with a notation on the memo line designating that it’s for Sepulveda Golden Age Games and Steven Palmer – GPF# 2071

Mail to Attn: Patty Jones, CTRS (Rec. Therapy 117F), 16111 Plummer St., Sepulveda, CA 91343

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