OKOLONA, MISS. (WCBI) – For Vietnam War era veteran Willie Hogan, getting around in his Okolona home had never been an issue, until this past summer.

“I came down with neuropathy and circulation problems, lost my right leg, July 11,” Hogan said.

Unable to use the stairs, Hogan needed a wheelchair accessible ramp. That’s where 7 Days for the Troops and Purple Heart Homes stepped in.

“Thanks to our partners at Purple Heart Homes, they provided the materials for the wheelchair ramp and the expense of the concrete slab,” said Scott Burns, founder of 7 Days for the Troops.

The slab is part of a carport. Mr. Hogan can pull his car right up to the ramp.

Burns understands the difficulties wounded veterans face.

Burns was injured during Marine Corps Boot Camp.

Lasting effects from his injury

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