Mount Carmel looks to prepare vets before winter in 27th annual ‘Stand Down’ event

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO)– Local veterans say they got the help they needed on Tuesday.

Mount Carmel’s annual “Homeless Veterans Stand Down” event gives those who’ve served our country access to food, clothing, and vital services before winter hits.

In Colorado Springs, more than 100 veterans came through to get everything from winter coats to housing support and haircuts. Organizers say the goal is simple: make sure no veteran is left in need.

“We have equipment upstairs, sleeping bags, coats, socks, pants, you name it, boots– it’s up there,” said Mark Smith, director of programs and evaluations at Mount Carmel…

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