During the Vietnam War, a Stand Down was a time away from the battlefield when soldiers could rest from combat and take care of personal hygiene, eat warm meals, receive medical and dental care and enjoy the camaraderie of battle buddies in a safe environment.
Today a Stand Down refers to a community-based intervention event that integrates, at one site and at one time, many resources and services that homeless or at-risk veteran and military families may need.
Goodwill has organized employment and housing opportunities, information pertaining to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits, health care, dental care, free personal care items, free clothing, hygiene kits, haircuts, backpacks, transportation to and from the event, legal assistance, free lunch and more. To receive these benefits please bring a DD214 or a Military ID. Families are welcome to attend also.
Our Community Partners Include: Asera Care Hospice, Beacon Health System, Brightpoint Family Development, Congresswoman Walorski’s Staff, DAV 15, Doug's Sports Cuts, Elkhart Community Schools, Elkhart County Health Department, Faith Mission, Four Winds Casino, Goshen Police Department , Heart City Health, Habitat for Humanity of Elkhart County, Indiana Native American Indian Affairs Commission, Indiana Tech, IUSB Dental, Ivy Tech, Life Treatment Centers, Lippert Components, MACOG, Interurban Trolley, Marine Corp League, Miller’s Vets Shelter, Notre Dame Legal Services, Real Services, Red Cross, Senator Donnelly’s Staff, Social Security Administration, SPA Women’s Ministry Homes, The Club House, Utilimaster, VA Suicide Prevention, Vet Center, VSO, WorkOne, YWCA and more.
Event Day / Time: Saturday, June 10 / 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Location: 2618 Peddlers Village Road, Goshen, IN 46526
