Always one to help others, Tommy Junkins, a member of Weyer Lodge #541, was not seeking assistance when he reached out to Resource Center Liaison DeAnna Kinney, but was wanting to find a way to continue to support those around him. Due to his numerous health issues, Tommy was having increasing difficulty with mobility and had just received a new power chair, but had no way to transport the chair from place to place in his vehicle. Utilizing the Emergency Assistance Program, the Resource Center Liaison was able to purchase a scooter carrier for Tommy, who was able to get volunteers to mount it on his vehicle. Tommy now uses his scooter to go to a local nursing home to lead residents in a prayer group.
Throughout his life, Tommy has freely offered his help to others. In 1995, while living in Columbus, he rescued 3 people from a house fire. In 2013, Tommy was able to rescue a man who was caught in the current of the Ohio River. And presently, Tommy has joined the 23rd District Committee of the Masonic Volunteer Program as the 112th volunteer in the state.
Tommy is eager to share his experience with others in need and hopes to help spread the word about the assistance available through the Ohio Masonic Home Resource Center.
