Calm Water Bath, a women-owned, family-run bathroom remodeling company based in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, is honoring Army veteran Joe Casey this Veterans Day through its Baths for the Brave program. The initiative, which is nomination-based, aims to give back to veterans and service members in South Jersey by creating a bathroom built around dignity, safety, and ease. For Joe Casey, this means a safer, more accessible bathroom that supports his comfort and independence at home.
Joe 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. His story is one of resilience and service, both in the military and in his civilian life.
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 Baths for the Brave program relies on community nominations to identify veterans or service members who have given so much and could benefit from a bathroom remodel. 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).
This announcement matters because it sheds light on the challenges faced by veterans like Joe, who often need home modifications to maintain independence and safety. Accessible bathrooms can prevent falls and injuries, particularly for those with mobility issues. By providing this service, Calm Water Bath not only honors Joe's service but also sets an example for other businesses to support veterans in tangible ways. The program underscores the importance of community involvement and corporate social responsibility in addressing the needs of those who have served.
For more information about Calm Water Bath and the Baths for the Brave program, visit calmwaterbath.com.
