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HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF) -
Homeless veterans were the guests of honor at a special ceremony and luncheon on Friday.
The Downtown Rescue Mission in Huntsville honored homeless men, women, and staff members who have served our country with a Veterans Day celebration.
Following the ceremony, veterans were fed a special lunch, complete with all the trimmings.
Vets say it means a lot to know they are thought of.
"You have to have a heart for soldiers. They served their country - that's why we are here today. Because of vets, you have the right to vote and the freedoms you have," said homeless veteran, Paul Reese.
"It means a great deal to the mission - opens its heart and doors to homeless vets. It's really a shame in this day and age that we have vets who are homeless. Its reassuring and warming they have a place they can come get help," said LTC Phil Palmer with the US Army.
Twenty percent of the homeless population are made up of veterans.
Following the ceremony, veterans were fed a special lunch, complete with all the trimmings.
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