HUDSON, N.Y. (NEWS10) —On Saturday, the Firefighters’ Association of the State of New York opened its doors giving the community a chance to see firsthand how retired volunteer firefighters are honored and cared for.

After years of fighting fires, what better way to relax than going home or spending time with all your fellow firefighting brothers and sisters. The Firefighters’ Association of the State of New York made that possible by creating a home dedicated to caring for retired firefighters in 2007.

“The goal was to make sure that there was a place to care for those folks who were volunteers in the fire service in New York State. And we do welcome residents. We welcome members from all across our state,” said Doug Van Etten-President of the Board of Trustees at the firefighter's home

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