On Friday, November 8th, Cook County Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar hosted a breakfast for Cook County veterans. The event, which attracted veterans throughout Cook County’s 16th District, honored the services and sacrifices of veterans and gave them access to organizations that support veterans. The breakfast was held at the McDonalds at 5500 W. Cermak, which is owned and operated by Phil Fuentes and his daughter Katie Fuentes. Veterans in attendance received a complimentary breakfast sandwich, hash brown and coffee, and spoke with fellow veterans, veteran organizations, and local officials. Partnering with Commissioner Aguilar was the Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Help Heal Veterans, and The Oral Health Forum. Also in attendance were Appellate Court Judge Jesse Reyes, Cook County’s DEI and Outreach Manager Vilma Colom, Cicero Trustee Blanca Vargas, Berwyn Alder Scott Lennon, and Riverside Township Assessor Frances Sitkiewicz. Veterans were able to speak with these officials and organizations to find more information on resources and support services for veterans throughout Cook County and Illinois.
Photo Credit: Office of Cook County Frank J. Aguilar