The Associated Press

The Associated Press

Stand down slated in Port Townsend for veterans on Monday

  • Sunday, July 28, 2013 12:01am
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PORT TOWNSEND — Free services for veterans ranging from haircuts to employment services will be offered at the Jefferson Veterans Stand Down on Monday.

The stand down, hosted by Voices for Veterans, will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Port Townsend Elks Lodge, 555 Otto St.

It is open to all veterans, especially those who are homeless or in need, and their families.

Among the services planned are hot breakfasts and lunches, employment services, benefits counseling, housing assistance, haircuts, legal aid and medical and dental health screenings.

Free clothing and bedding, hygiene kits and outdoor equipment will be available.

Free transportation will be provided on Jefferson Transit buses.

For more information on Voices for Veterans, visit www.voicesforveterans.org.

For more information about the stand down, phone 360-417-2383.

Another stand down will be held Oct. 3 at the Clallam County Fairgrounds in Port Angeles.

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