This Veterans Day, Calm Water Bath, a women-owned, family-run bathroom remodeling company based in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, is honoring Army veteran Joe Casey through its Baths for the Brave program. The initiative, which is nomination-based, helps create a safer, more accessible bathroom for a veteran or service member who has given so much, focusing on dignity, safety, and ease.
Joe Casey served in the Army, with duties that included weapons, security, and guard work. In the years that followed, he faced ongoing medical challenges, repeated hospital stays, and eventually the loss of his leg. Today he lives with a prosthetic leg and remains actively involved in his community.
Faith is at the center of Joe's life. He met his wife, Cheryl, at Bethel Church, and his Christian faith inspires his work helping others. Through mission outreach in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood, Joe helps provide food and clothing to people experiencing homelessness, gathering and distributing more than 500 bags of clothing and food. For Joe, the chance to meet people, share his faith, and help them feel supported is what makes this work so meaningful.
"Through Baths for the Brave, we are honored to recognize Joe's military service and the care he continues to show his neighbors today," said Briana Hetherington, owner of Calm Water Bath. "We look forward to helping create a safer, more accessible bathroom that supports his comfort and independence at home."
The announcement highlights a growing awareness of the challenges veterans face in their homes, particularly those with mobility impairments. For Joe, a safer, more accessible bathroom can reduce the risk of falls and injuries, which is especially critical for someone living with a prosthetic leg. Such modifications are often essential for maintaining independence and quality of life.
Calm Water Bath specializes in tub-to-shower conversions, walk-in showers, bathtub replacements, and bathroom safety upgrades, with most projects completed in as little as a single day. The company serves Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem counties and is a licensed New Jersey Home Improvement Contractor (#13VH14093900).
Baths for the Brave relies on community nominations to identify veterans and service members who could benefit from a bathroom remodel. Those interested in learning more or submitting a nomination can visit calmwaterbath.com for details.
This story matters because it underscores the importance of supporting veterans beyond their military service, ensuring they have safe and comfortable living environments. As more companies and communities recognize these needs, programs like Baths for the Brave can serve as a model for giving back to those who have served.
