The Department of Veterans Affairs’ started the Stand Down Program to help homeless veterans battle street life. The program was named after the military term “stand down,” which applied to exhausted combat military units that were taken off the field of battle to “stand down” in a ...
At Denver's recent Stand Down, 530 ofthe state's estimated 950 homeless veteransassembled for backup ranging from boots and sleeping bags to dental checks, eye exams, help obtaining vital documents, a court session for those with tickets or warrants getting in the way of progress, and lunch....
Previous research has shown that people with common and severe mental disorders are three to seven times more likely to be unemployed compared to people with no disorders [1]. In addition, people with physical disabilities are twice as often unemployed compared to their nondisabled counterparts [2...
veterans, or children with special needs, they learn to listen and be patient. They hear stories, learn about different life experiences, and see the world from another person’s perspective. These connections help Scouts understand the unique challenges that others face and encourage...
For all those citizens who have been bravely volunteered to serve your country, their families have been left behind. You can show your support for military families and veterans in a number of ways. If you know of a military family that lives close by, cook up a batch o...
Senators and Congressional Representatives willing to do so. The United States cannot continue to be the destination of all around the world who want to come in. There are enough problems with our own homeless citizens, veterans, and destitute others that deserve U.S. resources over non-US ...
5. Volunteer at a nursing home or homeless shelter. Doctors must be compassionate, empathetic, and able to communicate with and serve people from all walks of life. Therefore, any volunteer experience serving other people is useful. Even if your experience isn’t directly tied to the medical ...
Show appreciation to the veterans who have served our country by donating excess candy to a local VA Hospital or community center. Support Unsung Heroes: Local Police and Fire Departments Give back to those working hard to keep your community safe. Share a few of your Halloween candies to say...
By Joy Gendusa Growing a Business This Charleston Hotspot Found an Inflation Loophole That Helps It Avoid Rising Food Costs – Here's Its Secret Miller's All Day partners with local farmers to combat rising inflation costs and thrive in Charleston's competitive restaurant scene. ...
Heroes Warehouse is a non-profit organization that helps formerly homeless veterans to furnish their homes. It does this by providing donated furniture to veterans at no cost. It accepts new and gently used furniture, so it’s a good way to get furniture for free. ...