Guardian Application

Board Member Advisory:

Medical

Guardians play an important role in ensuring the safety and well-being of Veterans by physically escorting them throughout the day. This policy is intended to ensure that Guardians are capable of providing that assistance.

Policy

• Spouses or significant others of Veterans going on the trip may serve as Guardians.
• Must be between the ages of 18 and 70.
• Must be able to walk long distances, push wheelchairs, and assist Veterans throughout the day.
• Must not be visually impaired (legally blind).
• Must not require the assistance of a service dog.
• Must not require use of canes, crutches, walkers, slings, or have back issues, casts, or other conditions limiting physical strength and agility.
• Must not be under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Must attend Mandatory Guardian Training.
• Guardian is responsible for paying a Guardian trip fee, as determined by the Badger Honor Flight Board.
• Guardian Fee = $500
• Guardian Fee – Served in U.S. Military = $300
• Badger Honor Flight reserves the right to disqualify any potential Guardian
  based on the requirements listed above.