IN THE century since World War I, Australians have honoured the pledge made by the original ANZACs to look after the ‘missus and kids’.
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Caring for the families of veterans who have given their lives or their health for the country is what Legacy does, now and in the future.
It is often forgotten that it is not just our servicemen and women who sacrifice so much.
For every serving Australian, there is more than one life at stake. Thousands of spouses and children are deeply affected by the death or serious injury of a loved one.
Australians can show their support for these special families by buying a badge, bear or other merchandise during Legacy Week – Sunday, September 2 to Saturday, September 8.
“Legacy is the only organisation of its type in the world and relies on an army of dedicated volunteers, named Legatees,” Legacy Mid North Coast president Todd Vercoe said.
“Legacy provides practical, emotional and financial support to families of Australian Defence Force personnel who have given their lives or health. Legacy ensures that these families are not disadvantaged socially or financially because of the death or injury of a partner or parent.
“They do not bear the consequences of their loved one’s service alone.
“Our servicemen and women must always know that should they lose their lives or health in the course of their duty, the rest of Australia will look after their families through Legacy.
“We ask everyone to think about the families left behind and ask you support them.”
This Legacy Week, the local community can show its support by buying Legacy merchandise from volunteers throughout the Kempsey and Nambucca shires.
