Stand Down slated Monday in Port Townsend

PORT TOWNSEND — Voices for Veterans will hold a Stand Down from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday.

The Stand Down will be held at the Elks Lodge, 555 Otto St.

The event will help connect veterans with medical and dental screening, information for colon and breast cancer screening, housing information, employment and education, veteran benefits, counseling, legal aid, haircuts, pet supplies and new clothing.

Hot breakfast and lunch will be provided.

Free transportation is provided on Jefferson Transit buses.

Voices for Veterans is a nonprofit that assists homeless veterans, veterans in need and their immediate family members.

The organization conducts Stand Downs three times per year, in Forks in May, in Port Townsend in July and in Port Angeles in October.

For more information, call Jeff at 360-797-1791 or visit www.voicesfor veterans.org.

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