David Luke

David Luke is one of the many Military Veterans in our country who live with PTSD. This specifically effects his sleep and leaves him often with a feeling of being jet-lagged. He has learned it is important to rely on his faith, pace himself, and focus on communication.

David also lives with a condition called Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). This led him on a journey to find the right balance of activity in order to keep doing the things he loves like walking, riding his bike, and sharing the word of God as a volunteer chaplain. "I will not let the situation hold me hostage." As a man of faith, David explained his philosophy is, "whatever challenge we go through, it gives us the opportunity to rely on God more." This keeps him focused and persevering through his health challenges.

David works with ACIL Independent Living Specialist, Dawn Padick. She has assisted David in many different areas including communicating with neighbors, writing letters advocating for changes in the community, and connecting him with specific programs that assist Veterans. He described working with Dawn as a "blessing magnified to infinity and beyond," and deeply appreciates the support and encouragement she provides.