Military Affairs hosting annual Homeless Veterans Stand Down events, job fair
The events provide homeless veterans the same opportunity to renew their spirit, health, and overall sense of well-being.
Credit: Eric Alvarez Published: 12:38 PM EST January 27, 2021 Updated: 12:39 PM EST January 27, 2021
JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. The Military Affairs and Veterans Department will offer helpful services during its annual Homeless Veterans Stand Down events.
The events will be held at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds located at 510 Fairground Place on Friday, Jan. 29 and Saturday, Jan. 30.
Organizers say the Stand Down was a time in which soldiers returning from war were placed in safety zones.
In the military, troops could put down their weapons and concentrate on personal matters such as writing letters to family and friends and taking care of their personal hygiene.