Warner Robins veteran, caregiver honored for her service [Video]

WARNER ROBINS, Ga. — In sickness and in health is one Warner Robins couple’s daily motto. 

Michele Hopkins has been a caregiver to her husband Benjamin for the past 6 years, since he was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS. 

Now she’s being recognized for it by a national organization.

The Elizabeth Dole Foundation has chosen Michele as a Dole Caregiver Fellow, and she plans to be a national advocate for many caring for their loved ones. The Elizabeth Dole Foundation was created with the aim of honoring US veterans and their caretakers.

“It takes a village to give him the care that he so deserves as a veteran,” Hopkins said.

Michele served in the Air Force Reservesfor 25 years, and her husband Benjamin served in …