West Shore Home Gifts New Shower to 94-Year-Old Grove City Korean War Veteran
Mechanicsburg, Pa. – West Shore Home, one of the fastest growing home remodeling companies in the nation, is proud to honor PFC Kenny Kirk of Grove City, Ohio with a new safety-enhanced shower as part of its West Shore for Warriors® initiative. Mr. Kirk fought in one of the harshest conflicts in the Korean War ─ the Battle of the Chosin Reservoir. The battle lasted 17-days in sub-zero temperatures. Many U.S. soldiers and Marines succumbed to the harsh winter weather.
“It was so cold you couldn’t dig foxholes. My feet froze causing damage to the nerves. I still can’t walk on hardwood, and it makes it difficult to sleep,” said Kirk.
Kirk is a member of the Chosin Few, U.S. veterans who survived the deadly battle that saw the loss of 2,500 U.S. troops. He earned a Purple Heart, Korean Service Medal with a Silver Star, and a National Defense Medal among others for his bravery and service in Korea.
Through its West Shore for Warriors initiative, West Shore Home is removing his old tub/shower unit and replacing it with a new, safety enhanced walk-in shower. Features include a teak seat, grab bars and a magnetic shower wand.
“This might save my life. I have already fallen three times in the shower. I can’t believe people do this, it is overwhelming, and I appreciate it from the bottom of my heart,” said Kirk. “I never believed something like this could even be possible. I swear to God in heaven, I just cried.”
Mr. Kirk is 90 percent blind, so the grab bars and seat will make a big difference in his daily showering experience.
“Mr. Kirk served in what is known as The Forgotten War, but we have not forgotten his brave and honorable service to our country,” said B.J. Werzyn, President and CEO of West Shore Home. “We are proud to provide him with a new, safer shower that will give him peace of mind and a more comfortable experience.”
The mission of West Shore for Warriors is to serve U.S. veterans, active military members, and their families. With its national footprint, West Shore Home is uniquely positioned to assist veterans in need.
West Shore Home specializes in window, door, and bathroom remodeling and replacement, with most projects completed in just one day. Its vision is to become America’s Most Admired Home Remodeling Brand.
About West Shore Home
West Shore Home, headquartered in Mechanicsburg, PA., is a leading technology-enabled home remodeling services provider with an expanding national footprint. Founded in 2006, West Shore Home’s national brand promise is Bringing Happiness to Every Home by delivering a fast, easy and convenient home remodeling experience. From the first phone call to the final installation, customers have a streamlined experience and associate the West Shore Home brand with consistent high quality, transparency, and trust. For additional information visit westshorehome.com.
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