In 2015, Barlow suffered a life-altering diving accident that left him paralyzed. Despite this, he remained actively involved in leading MBA Mortgage and supporting veteran causes.
For the past three years as director of veteran affairs at Quinsigamond Community College, Casaubon has supported the veteran community through comprehensive services and individualized care.
Bushman is developing a veterans-only shelter at 76 Mechanic St. in Fitchburg, a deeply personal project aimed at supporting veterans as they transition back to civilian life.
Over 32 years of service, Helder Machado became a combat veteran, received the Combat Infantryman's Badge, and served overseas in Iraq with the highly decorated Third Infantry Division.