army captain, luis avila was nearly killed by an i.e.d.e lost a leg, suffered brain damage and was left partially paralyzed. doctors feared he would never survive, let alone recover. but today, he and his family broke ground for their new home. brought to them by an old friend of wounded veterans. >> i'm lieutenant dan -- >> the gary sinise foundation, best known for his portrayal of wounded veteran lieutenant dan. they help people like avila. >> it's good to have a new home. and this is going to be a new beginning in our life and help in our road to recovery. >> i love you all. >> avila's battles didn't end with the blast that nearly took his life. they continue daily. in physical therapy, in voice therapy, and in a world often built without regard for the need of severely wounded veterans. >> we couldn't have access to everywhere. we may have our dream come true. and we're grateful. >> in chevy chase, james hesh, wusa 9. >> the home was the 41st house built by the gary sinise foundation. construction begins soon and the family hopes to m