In 2006, during U.S. Army Calvary Scout Sgt. Chris Strickland’s second Iraq deployment, he suffered critical injuries when his Humvee struck a roadside bomb. The attack shattered both of Chris’ legs, his right arm had to be amputated below the elbow, he lost vision in his right eye, and he suffered a traumatic brain injury.

After his medical discharge, the Purple Heart recipient returned to Waterford, Connecticut and the home he shares with his wife Mandi. Their son Bradley was born -- they named him after a close friend of who was killed in Iraq. Today, Chris and his father own and operate an auto parts store.

Still, as a result of his injuries, Chris has difficulty maintaining balance and falls frequently, causing additional injuries and frustrations. To help to make his home environment as safe as possible, Heroes at HomeSM honored Chris and his family by providing accessible-friendly repairs, including a new bathroom, new flooring and railings, as well as modifying entryways to ensure safety and accessibility. Now Chris says he can enjoy every room of the house with his family.