COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — It is estimated there are close to 300 veterans in El Paso County who are homeless.

An event called the Stand Down sponsored by the Mount Carmel Veterans Service Center just happened at Weidner Field to offer some relief to those veterans.

“The goal is no homeless veterans at all,” said even coordinator, Mark Smith.

The event is a nod to Stand Downs that happened during World War II.

“To give the soldiers, sailors, marines, and airmen rest and recuperation,” said Smith.

The Stand Down in Colorado offers both short and long-term aid options for homeless veterans.

Service like health checks and haircuts are available. If they are willing, there is an option that provides immediate housing and a support plan for homeless veterans.

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