LynnMark Solutions Inc will host its first Veterans Stand Down at Brightsville Community Park on April 30.
Michael Strong, LynnMark Solutions CEO and Stand Down Director, said the event will offer immediate intervention support to at-risk and homeless veterans. Strong said it is their hope to provide a safe, caring and compassionate experience serving the county and its residents.
Event organizers are encouraging all veterans experiencing homelessness, job loss, or those who are at risk of losing their housing to attend the Stand Down.
Services and supplies to be offered include breakfast, sack lunch, towels, assessment and referrals, benefits, blankets/sleeping bags, clothing and hygiene items, permanent housing information and referrals, shoes, and employment information.
“Stand Down is a place of miracles, if you believe in such; a place where a veteran suddenly thrust into homelessness or a difficult life circumstance can find an immediate solution and the same place where a chronically homeless person for more than 15 years can find a transitional place of recovery, treatment, education and training, and 9 months later be reunited with their family in their own home,” Strong said.
Though the event is an official stand down for veterans, members of the community are encouraged to attend. All participants are encouraged should pre-register by visiting the website https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2022-marlboro-county-veterans-stand-down-tickets-274473035237
For information, email info@lynnmarksolutionsinc.org.