The 2009 Homeless veteran Stand Down in Okaloosa County is scheduled for October 16, 2009. Stand Downs are one part of our community’s efforts to provide services to homeless veterans.  Stand Downs are typically one to three day events providing services to homeless Veterans such as food, shelter, clothing, health screenings, VA and Social Security benefits counseling, and referrals to a variety of other necessary services, such as housing, employment and substance abuse treatment.  Stand Downs are collaborative events, coordinated between local VAs, other government agencies, and community agencies who serve the homeless.

Supplies Needed for 2009 Veterans Stand Down 

Deodorant                                                   Washcloths

Shampoo                                                     Plastic Rain Ponchos

Underwear (new only)                                Magnifying glasses for reading

Toothbrushes                                              Razors

Used Decks of Cards                                Pens

Mouthwash                                                  New flannel shirts

Socks (new only)                                        Soap

Conditioner                                                 Combs

Paper back (only) books                           Toothpaste

Dental Floss                                                Shaving Cream

Vanity sized sewing kits                            Small Note Pads

New Nightgowns

Snacks (Peanut butter crackers/packaged cookies)

To donate the above items call:

Robert Vander Berg (850-833-7587 ext. 219)

Jobs Plus One Stop Career Center

OR

The Mental Health Association (850-244-1040)