Stand Down's 40th Anniversary Celebrated by Veterans Villages of San Diego
Veterans Villages of San Diego is celebrating the 40th anniversary of Stand Down, a remarkable event that has been providing comprehensive support and services to homeless veterans since its inception. This milestone anniversary is marked with great enthusiasm and pride by the organization and the community it serves.
Stand Down has become a beacon of hope for Homeless Veterans, offering them a safe and supportive environment where they can access vital resources such as housing assistance, healthcare, job training, and counseling. Over the past four decades, Stand Down has positively impacted the lives of thousands of veterans, helping them transition from homelessness to stability and self-sufficiency. The anniversary celebration not only honors the incredible achievements of Stand Down but also served as a reminder of the ongoing commitment to serving those who have bravely served our nation.
Veteran Services Available at Stand Down 2023 (Subject To Change)
- Access to multiple Veteran-centric programs
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Clothing/Shoes
- Employment Information
- Homeless Programs and Services
- Homeless Resource Center
- Hygiene Items
- Homeless Court/Legal Services
- Medical Services/Resources
- Pet Resources
- Entertainment
- Haircuts
2023 STAND DOWN SPONSORS
(Click here for a complete list of current service providers)
NAIOP San Diego Foundation - San Diego Padres - Pachanga Arena
Gary Sinise Foundation - Midway Foundation - Military Officers of America
GoHireAVet.com will be a service provider at Stand Down 2023 to assist with employment resources ranging from "Military Friendly Employer" Referrals to training and certification programs to aid the Veterans with getting back on their feet with a job opportunity.
GoHireAVet.com will also be recruiting for our just launched AICommandos.com ChatGPT & AI Commando Bootcamp which is an online platform for training & resources for ChatGPT & AI & Remote Worker Opportunities! Employers who are interested in utilizing ChatGPT AI for their business or company for promotion, marketing, content creation, human resources, customer support services and more are encouraged to reach out to us to hire Veterans who become our AICommandos.com Bootcamp Graduates!
Join us for VVSD Stand Down 2023.
Stand Down has MANY volunteer, and sponsorship opportunities available.
VVSD STAND DOWN is a 3-day encampment each summer designed to guide Homeless Veterans, and those at risk of homelessness, to services that rapidly remove barriers caused by medical, legal, mental health, and substance use concerns.
We are grateful for the 100+ agencies such as GoHireAVet.com and over 3,000 volunteers who have offered personalized care to each Veteran.
Please register as a Participant, Volunteer, or Sponsor today!
If you have questions or need more details, please contact Teresa or Carlen at 365 Connect - click here
You Can Also Donate To Help Our Veterans!
"TWO YEARS IN A ROW I HAVE BEEN SOBER FOR MY BIRTHDAY. MY TIME AT VVSD SAVED MY LIFE AND I RE-LEARNED HOW TO LIVE AND BE A PART OF SOCIETY AGAIN. CURRENTLY I AM WORKING FOR THE US FOREST SERVICE FIREFIGHTING DOING WHAT I LOVE. SENDING LOVE TO EVERYONE APART OF MY JOURNEY AND STAYING CONNECTED."
- SOTO STEPHEN ROCKY
