Goodwill’s Veterans Resource Network (formerly Vets’ Community Connections) and its community partners have organized employment and housing opportunities, information pertaining to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits, free personal care items, care kits, backpacks, meals and more.
Stand Down is a concept that was created during war time. It 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 share the camaraderie of battle buddies in a safe environment.
Today the goal of a Stand Down is to help veterans and their families, as well as prior and currently serving military in La Porte County and the surrounding areas. We assist those who may be experiencing life's hardships outside of the military, or who are simply looking for the opportunity to connect with the veteran community. For some, it is a time to receive a warm meal and clothing. For others, it is a life-changing event.
Our Community Partners: WorkOne of Northwest Indiana, The Country Caterers, Goodwill Industries of Michiana, Visiting Nurses Association of Northwest Indiana, Reins of Life, Humana Medicare Insurance, MDwise, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, Anam Cara, Indiana Wesleyan University, Hamon Gray American Legion Post #83, Geminus Early Learning, Hicks Chiropractic Center, Four Winds, Purdue Polytechnic Institute South Bend, Volunteers of America, Veterans Changing Services, Hancock Mortgage, and many more.
We are excited to let you know that we have invited our partner agencies to return to this year’s event. This is not a drive thru event. You will be able to walk around and talk directly with the organizations who attend. We encourage veterans to pre-register. Upon arrival, please remain by your vehicle. Volunteers will come around to check you in or complete your registration if you were not able to pre-register. If you would like to volunteer or donate, please contact Jill Powers at JPowers@Goodwill-NI.org or (574) 400-5487.
Event Day / Time: Friday, August 20th / 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm (CST)
Location: La Porte County Fairgrounds (2581 IN-2 La Porte, IN 46350)
Registration: https://forms.gle/Pg7QFVLp2DXhDJ2DA
For More Information: Jill Powers / Veterans and Military Families Program Manager, (574) 400-5487, JPowers@Goodwill-NI.org