VETERANS STAND DOWN | VA CENTRAL IOWA HEALTH CARE

Event connects homeless or near-homeless Veterans (this also includes non-military individuals that need assistance) to resources to help them transition to community living by providing access to human service agencies, including benefits counseling (Social Security and Veterans), employment and training assistance, eye exams, health care screenings, housing services, legal assistance, behavioral health treatment, substance abuse counseling, new and used clothing and school supplies if needed. In addition, haircuts will also be available to interested participants and meals will be provided.

DATES: Friday, September 13, 2024, 5 pm-8 pm, Saturday, September 14, 2024, 8 am-8 pm and Sunday, September 15, 2024, 8 am-12 pm.

LOCATION: The old Des Moines General Hospital on the corner of Des Moines Street and E. 12th, NE of the Capitol Building.

RIDES: If you need help with transportation, or have general inquiries, call 515-783-9741.

Date of Last Formal Update

08/20/2024

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211 Iowa UWCI

Physical Address

3600 30th Street, Des Moines, IA 50310

Hours

Fri Sep 13, 2024, 5 pm-8 pm, Sat Sep 14, 2024, 8 am-8 pm and Sun Sep 15, 2024, 8 am-12 pm

Application process

For a ride for a Veteran or general questions

Fee

None

Required documents

None

Eligibility

Open to all who are homeless or nearly homeless

Languages

English

Service area

Iowa

Agency info

VA CENTRAL IOWA HEALTH CARE

Provides primary health care and specialty health care services.