Slightly more than a two years ago, an evening stroll for a mother and her son took a tragic turn when a car lost control and veered into a lake. The incident left Sarah Perry’s world shattered. Without delay, her son Aden sprang into action, leaping into the water to aid the driver. Tragically, neither the driver nor Aden resurfaced, forever altering the course of Sarah’s life.
“There was nothing there that night that we could have used, and I always think that if there was a ring there, then perhaps my son would be here today,” Perry reflected.
Driven by her loss, Sarah has transformed her grief into purpose through the Aden Perry Hero Ring Initiative. The initiative is committed to placing life-saving rings around various bodies of water across South Florida. The objective is two-fold: to pay homage to Aden’s memory and to raise community awareness, all while equipping people with a tool that could rescue lives.
On Friday, August 9, 2024, the Town of Southwest Ranches, in collaboration with the Aden Perry Life Ring Initiative, hosted a poignant Life Ring Installation Ceremony. The event took place at the water body located at the intersection of Hancock Road and Griffin Road, where community members gathered to honor the memory of Aden Perry.
The ceremony marked the beginning of a crucial safety initiative, introducing Coast Guard-regulated rescue rings across the town. These life rings are designed to provide immediate assistance during water emergencies, allowing bystanders to help without risking their own lives. The event not only served as a tribute to Aden’s bravery but also as a significant step towards enhancing water safety within the community.
