Doyle Henderson
Synopsis
After serving 24 years in the Navy, Doyle Henderson transitioned to a maintenance worker role after suffering a traumatic brain injury and permanent disabilities, rejecting advice to retire and choosing to continue contributing. Now retired, Doyle worked at a hospital in Portsmouth, Virginia, where he was known for his dedication in encouraging patients and coworkers, especially fellow veterans with disabilities.
The Full Story
For almost 24 years, Doyle Henderson served his country in the Navy. By the time he suffered an accident on the job that left him with traumatic brain injury and other permanent disabilities, he'd been running communications operations manned by 120 people across two oceans. Now a general maintenance worker for Professional Contract Services Inc. in Portsmouth, Virginia, Henderson continues his commitment to excellence in what was a major career shift.
In the wake of his injuries, Henderson was advised by a Veterans Affairs representative to take his retirement, disability, and other benefits and "live the good life." Henderson disagreed. The husband and father of three said he still wanted to contribute, he had something to give.
Henderson is a familiar and friendly face known throughout the hospital where he works, and he makes it a point to encourage patients and coworkers, particularly other veterans with disabilities.
