Warsaw Military Veteran Stand Down Is Aug. 21
July 30, 2020 at 12:30 a.m.
By Staff Report-
Veterans are asked to pre-register for the event, if possible, at https://forms.gle/jZBrkKVZSTZCrNqv5.
Due to COVID-19, this year’s Stand Down will be held as a drive-thru event. There will be two ways for veterans to enter the event. The most preferable option is for veterans to remain in their vehicles and drive through. Veterans will have access to most of the services as in past Stand Downs, but from the comfort and safety of their vehicles.
There will be a pedestrian service tent available for those who are not able to access the event by driving through. Upon arrival, a volunteer will check you in, you will proceed through the event in your vehicle and stop at stations to pick up the various items that will be available. If you are a pedestrian, volunteers will assist you to access the giveaways. As in the past, it will provide free items such as survival backpacks, hygiene kits, some clothing items and a free meal To-Go. Bring a DD214 or a military ID.
Stand Down is a concept that was created during the Vietnam War. A Stand Down was time away from the battlefield when soldiers could rest from combat and take care of personal hygiene, enjoy warm meals, receive medical and dental care and enjoy the camaraderie of battle buddies in a safe environment.
Today the goal of a Stand Down is to help veterans and their families who are experiencing financial obstacles. For some, it is a time to receive a warm meal and clothing. For others, it is a life-changing event, according to a news release provided about the event.
Community Partners for the Stand Down are WorkOne of Northern Indiana, Ivy Tech Community College – Warsaw, United Way of Kosciusko, VA Northern Indiana Health Care System, Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs, Indiana Whiskey, Indiana Legal Services Inc. – Military Assistance Project (MAP), Center for Hospice Care, Warrior Pointe, Humana, Wise Company, Red Cross, VFW James W. Sittler Post 1126 – Warsaw, The Country Caterers.
Instead of having the vendor fair, event organizers are asking local agencies and businesses to provide information for the veteran resource folders. To volunteer or make a donation, contact Jill Powers at [email protected] or 574-400-5487.
This event is sponsored by Goodwill’s Workforce Development Services.
Veterans are asked to pre-register for the event, if possible, at https://forms.gle/jZBrkKVZSTZCrNqv5.
Due to COVID-19, this year’s Stand Down will be held as a drive-thru event. There will be two ways for veterans to enter the event. The most preferable option is for veterans to remain in their vehicles and drive through. Veterans will have access to most of the services as in past Stand Downs, but from the comfort and safety of their vehicles.
There will be a pedestrian service tent available for those who are not able to access the event by driving through. Upon arrival, a volunteer will check you in, you will proceed through the event in your vehicle and stop at stations to pick up the various items that will be available. If you are a pedestrian, volunteers will assist you to access the giveaways. As in the past, it will provide free items such as survival backpacks, hygiene kits, some clothing items and a free meal To-Go. Bring a DD214 or a military ID.
Stand Down is a concept that was created during the Vietnam War. A Stand Down was time away from the battlefield when soldiers could rest from combat and take care of personal hygiene, enjoy warm meals, receive medical and dental care and enjoy the camaraderie of battle buddies in a safe environment.
Today the goal of a Stand Down is to help veterans and their families who are experiencing financial obstacles. For some, it is a time to receive a warm meal and clothing. For others, it is a life-changing event, according to a news release provided about the event.
Community Partners for the Stand Down are WorkOne of Northern Indiana, Ivy Tech Community College – Warsaw, United Way of Kosciusko, VA Northern Indiana Health Care System, Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs, Indiana Whiskey, Indiana Legal Services Inc. – Military Assistance Project (MAP), Center for Hospice Care, Warrior Pointe, Humana, Wise Company, Red Cross, VFW James W. Sittler Post 1126 – Warsaw, The Country Caterers.
Instead of having the vendor fair, event organizers are asking local agencies and businesses to provide information for the veteran resource folders. To volunteer or make a donation, contact Jill Powers at [email protected] or 574-400-5487.
This event is sponsored by Goodwill’s Workforce Development Services.
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