Retired veterans build wheelchair ramp for Albany Army veteran

ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) — A group of retired veterans built a wheelchair ramp on Tuesday morning, Nov. 10, for a disabled U.S. Army veteran at his home on Johnny W. Williams Road, one day before Veterans Day.Aaron Dawson served in the Army for seven years. He was born and raised in Albany and grew up in the same house where he lives now.Ramp replaces steps at Dawson’s homeBefore the ramp was built, the steps at Dawson’s home made it difficult for him to get to his mailbox, doctor’s office, or grocery store. The Ramp Crew built a new ramp at the home Tuesday morning. The ramp gives Dawson independence and freedom.“Grew up right here. I’m grateful to God. I’ve been here for a long time. 64 years in July,” Dawson said.Dawson received a surprise at his front door Tuesday.“It’s going to help me keep living and keep going,” Dawson said.Volunteers serve through AmeriCorps programThe Ramp Crew members are part of the AmeriCorps Retired Seniors Volunteer Program. Many of them are veterans.John Oberm