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Adam Adam was barely out of high school when life changed forever. 

After graduation, Adam went to work as a plumber and was earning a decent living for his age. Able to purchase 2 vehicles, Adam had lots of friends, was in a serious relationship, and life was good. One day, after a fun trip to the Outer Banks with friends and being awake for 36 hours on caffeinated beverages, Adam fell asleep behind the wheel of his car. Despite being in his safety belt, Adam suffered a life-altering traumatic brain injury.

After a long hospital recovery, Adam was sent home to live with his family. Now confined to a wheelchair, Adam required round-the-clock care. He was angry with his situation and eventually became too much for his family to manage.

At only 21 years of age, the only place for someone like Adam seemed to be in a nursing home.

Adam and his family eventually found The Beacon House – an Eggleston resource that provides brain injury survivors with unique services to rehabilitate them and reconnect them to the community. Beacon House’s program manager helped Adam and his family navigate funding and housing resources that allowed Adam to have a more independent life.

Twenty years later, Adam attends The Beacon House 5 days a week. Beacon House gives him a sense of hope and allows him to continue his journey of rehabilitation. At Beacon House, Adam has a sense of connection and community – minimizing the isolation that so many people face after a brain injury. He is also able to give back to his community by sharing his story with 4,800 driver’s education students in all of the Virginia Beach public schools each year.

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Congratulations to our exceptional Food Service employees who received Excellence in Action Awards at Naval Air Station Oceana yesterday! Our recipients and their awards are as followed:

Michael Needham – 25 Years of Service to Eggleston (Thank you, Michael!)

Left to right: Jim Smith (Operations Manager), Michael Needham (recipient), Mae Exum (Project Manager), Ron Fritch (CFO)

Gloria Carlile – Performance Excellence Award

Left to right: Jim Smith (Operations Manager), Gloria Carlile (recipient), Mae Exum (Project Manager), Ron Fritch (CFO)

Marlon Hudgins – Performance Excellence Award

Left to right: Jim Smith (Operations Manager), Marlon Hudgins (recipient), Mae Exum (Project Manager), Ron Fritch (CFO)

Michael Boyd – Special Award for Superb Performance

Left to right: Jim Smith (Operations Manager), Michael Boyd (recipient), Mae Exum (Project Manager), Ron Fritch (CFO)

Aberharle Woldeabzghi – Performance Excellence Award

Left to right: Jim Smith (Operations Manager), Aberharle Woldaebzghi (recipient), Wanda Weatherspoon (Project Manager)

Jasper Joyner – Performance Excellence Award

Left to right: Jim Smith (Operations Manager), Jasper Joyner (recipient), Wanda Weatherspoon (Project Manager)

Kim Ashby – Performance Excellence Award

Left to right: Jim Smith (Operations Manager), Kim Ashby (recipient), Wanda Weatherspoon (Project Manager)

 

Thank you, all, for the amazing work you do with Eggleston. We are proud to have you on our team!

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Have you ever been to one of our vehicle auctions? Come and enjoy all the fun with a large group of people getting great deals on pre-owned vehicles! We have seen many interesting items fly off our lot as well like boats and lawnmowers! Want some auction tips for your first time out?

Auction Tips

  • Come to the auction preview days prior to auction day
  • Evaluate vehicles that may interest you; they are sold “as is”.
  • Prior to the auction review all rules and regulations
  • Register in advance to avoid delays the morning of the auction
  • Eggleston does not offer temporary tags
  • Bring proper ID and funds to cover the registration fee. We accept cash, certified check, money order and major credit cards (3% charge applies).
  • Tow vehicles from our sale to your residence or a repair facility to avoid unforeseen issues when leaving the auction
  • Bring someone who is knowledgeable about cars to the preview to assist you in the evaluation of the vehicles, if you are not able to perform an evaluation

View our vehicle list before each auction right here: https://www.egglestonservices.org/business-services/eggleston-automotive/

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Eggleston @ Beacon House – OPEN.

Eggleston @ Civitan*: Day Services – OPEN.

Eggleston @ Ingleside: Corporate Office – CLOSED.

Laundry – OPEN.

Eggleston @ Jamestown Ave – OPEN.

Eggleston @ LaValette: Day Services – OPEN.

The Garden Center – CLOSED.

Eggleston @ Military Highway – OPEN.  

Eggleston Laundry @ Portsmouth – OPEN.

Eggleston Peninsula*: Day Services – OPEN.

Eggleston @ Tidewater Drive – OPEN.

Eggleston @ YMCA Bute Street – OPEN.

Federal Contracts: Laundry Services will observe regular hours. All other locations will follow government site schedules.

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All of us at Eggleston are so proud of Tim Giles, Program Manager of Warrior Bridge, for being honored today at the “Still Serving” awards hosted by Military Newspapers of Virginia MNV and Flagship. Tim was in great company with veterans from all across Hampton Roads who choose to “Still Serve” their community with all that they do. From fostering dogs, saving lives and teaching health and wellness to helping at-risk children and our homeless, these folks live life in the service of others. And Tim Giles is no different! Tim helps all of us at Eggleston aspire to do more and be the best we can in our daily roles here in the office and out in our community. Tim is a Warrior for our Veterans every day; he helps those who cannot always help themselves with a leg up and a hand on their back just when they need it most. Please help us to congratulate Tim on a well-deserved honor and thank him for his continued service to our community and our Veterans.

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We held a grand opening for our newest Portsmouth Laundry Facility on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. Eggleston Services and local leaders cut the ribbon for the facility on 7th street in Portsmouth. The facility will help Eggleston service contracts to provide laundry services for regional businesses and federal partners, such as the Portsmouth Naval hospital and different military bases.

“We have to appreciate what this facility will be to that population in this area and this is a good step in the right direction toward closing the gap,” said Denny Wance, Eggleston’s chairman of the Board of Directors.

Below is a photo gallery of the event, and further down this webpage you can find media coverage links.

MEDIA OF THE EVENT:

 

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Name: Tom Redinger

  1. Where were you born and raised? Pittsburg, PA
  2. What branch of military did you serve in? U. S. Navy
  3. How many years did you serve in the military? 20 yrs. (1976-1998)
  4. What made you decide to join the military? “A Navy recruiter visited my High School and encouraged me to join the Navy Seabees or Civil Engineer Corps.”
  5. What was your job in the military? “Construction Mechanic Petty Officer First Class. I was responsible for the repairs and maintenance of all heavy construction and automotive equipment. “
  6. What commands were you assigned to? NAS Adak, Alaska, Diego Garcia, Naval Special Warfare Development Group, and several Naval Mobile Construction Battalions
  7. What is your most memorable moment in the military? “My final tour in the Navy serving with the Navy Seal Team Six was the best experience of my entire career.”
  8. How did the military benefit you personally and professionally? “The military provided me with an education, training and skills to succeed as a professional.”
  9. What is your favorite quote? “GO STEELERS !!!”
  10. Other info you would like to share/hobbies? “I enjoy softball & basketball”
  11. How has the military help prepare you for your position with Eggleston?

“My training as a Construction Mechanic has equipped me with all the skills needed to perform the duties as Shop Supervisor of Eggleston Auto Center (EAC).”

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Name: Marchella Stevenson

  1. Where were you born and raised? Catherine, Alabama
  2. What branch of military did you serve in? U. S. Army
  3. How many years did you serve in the military? 22 yrs. (1989-2011)
  4. What made you decide to join the military? “My Uncle was a veteran and wounded warrior, I was inspired to join the Army and continue the family legacy of service. I also desired to be a part of something greater than myself”
  5. What was your job in the military? “I was responsible for Finance, ensuring that all Soldiers were paid accurately and on time which of course impacted unit readiness and their families quality of life “
  6. What commands were you assigned to? “Fort Bragg Army Base with 82nd Airborne Division as a paratrooper and also the 7th Transportation Battalion.”
  7. What is your most memorable moment in the military? “My most valued experience was hosting an Iraqi women’s day event while forward deployed in 2009 that highlighted the “strength of women.”
  8. How did the military benefit you personally and professionally? “The military provided me the opportunity to travel and experience diverse cultures. It also provided me with a career and leadership training.”
  9. What is your favorite quote? “If you’re going to bring me a problem, then recommend a solution”
  10. Other info you would like to share/hobbies? “Photography”
  11. How has the military help prepare you for your position with Eggleston?

“I credit the military for developing my ability to remain focused, flexible and to quickly adapt to different environments.  These skills help me with my current position as a Rehabilitation Therapist with Eggleston.

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Jim Smith
  1. Where were you born and raised? Warrior, Alabama
  2. What branch of military did you serve in? U. S. Navy
  3. How many years did you serve in the military? 28 years (1977 – 2005)
  4. What made you decide to join the military? “I chose to join the military to avoid teenage mischief, get away from home and have an opportunity to establish a meaningful career.”
  5. What was your job in the military? “Command Master Chief.  I was the senior enlisted person onboard the ship responsible for the training and development of all enlist and junior officers”.  
  6. What commands were you assigned to?
  • USS Berkeley (DDG I5)
  • USS Elliot (DD 967)
  • USS Bristol County (LST 1198)
  • USS Rentz (FFG 46)
  • USS Peleliu (LHA 5)
  • USS Whidbey Island (LSD 41)
  1. What is your most memorable moment in the military?

“I had the honor of being a part of Stability Operations aboard USS Peleliu in 1999 supporting humanitarian efforts in East Timor to combat genocide and ethnic cleansing.”

  1. How did the military benefit you personally and professionally?

“The military gave him an opportunity to have a career serving my country and provided me with leadership skills.  More important, while serving I met my lovely wife.”

  1. What is your favorite quote (if any)?

“Every day is a holiday, every meal is a feast, and every muster a family reunion.”

  1. How has the military help prepare you for your position with Eggleston?

“The organizational, leadership and management skills I developed while in the Navy enables me to perform my duties as Eggleston’s Government Contract Manager and the opportunity to continue to serve others”