Cynthia Glick, a Veteran, expressed her gratitude for the benefits she receives as a Veteran, especially given her health challenges.
“Just myself alone I’ve had so many surgeries and I don’t have to pay for health insurance; I couldn’t afford it.”
At the annual Stand Down event Pueblo, homeless Veterans can learn about the resources available from various agencies. They also receive a fresh meal, clothing, and healthcare.
In Colorado Springs, the SET Clinic helps homeless veterans access healthcare.
Elyze Wermel, a nurse at the clinic, urges anyone, including Veterans, to seek healthcare.
“So if for any reason you find yourself uninsured, please come see us. We can help. That’s one of the things we like to do—help people who may be temporarily or long-term uninsured. But we are here,” she told us.
Stand Down is a term from World War II, referring to when military members were asked to stand down to rest after long tours on the front lines.
For Cynthia, Stand Down means getting back up.