IA-Veterans Village Stand Down 2023
August 25-27, New York City, NY
WHAT IS A STAND DOWN?
In times of war, exhausted combat units requiring time to rest and recover were removed from the battlefields to a place of relative security and safety. At secure base camp areas, troops were able to take care of personal hygiene, get clean uniforms, enjoy warm meals, receive medical and dental care, mail and receive letters, and enjoy the camaraderie of friends in a safe environment.
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Speakers
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Attenders
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Programs
What happens at a Stand Down?
Hundreds of homeless veterans are provided with a broad range of necessities including food, clothing, medical, legal, and mental health assistance, job counseling and referral, and most importantly, companionship and camaraderie. It is a time for the community to connect with the homeless veteran population and address this crisis that affects each and every town, city, and state in this country. The hand up — not a handout — philosophy of Stand Down is carried out through the work of hundreds of volunteers and organizations throughout the nation.
- Today, Stand Down refers to a grassroots, community-based intervention program designed to help the nation’s estimated 107,000 homeless veterans on any given night “combat” life on the streets.
- Homeless veterans are brought together in a single location for one to three days and are provided access to the community resources needed to begin addressing their individual problems and rebuilding their lives.
- In the military, Stand Down afforded battle-weary soldiers the opportunity to renew their spirit, health and overall sense of well-being. Today’s Stand Down affords the same opportunity to homeless veterans.
The Main Goals Of This Unique Approach?
Many homeless veterans have suffered years of chronic or recurring readjustment issues since ending their military service, issues often inadequately addressed by traditional services to assist veterans. This is due in part to a lack of structured and effective collaboration among agencies, forcing veterans to go from one agency to another in efforts to access the various resources they need.
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Stand Down afforded battle-weary soldiers the opportunity to renew their spirit, health, and overall sense of well-being. Today’s Stand Down affords the same opportunity to homeless veterans.
What can I do to help?
- Your contribution or volunteer time would be greatly appreciated by the IA-Veterans Village Stand Down committee.
- The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans maintains an active list of scheduled Stand Downs across the nation, including contact information.
- If there is not a Stand Down scheduled in a community near you, you might want to help organize a planning committee to assist the homeless veterans in your area.
- Please contact us for information concerning homeless veteran providers and advocates in your area.
IA-Veterans Village Stand Down Schedule
Veterans need a coordinated effort that provides secure housing, nutritional meals, basic physical health care, substance abuse care and aftercare, mental health counseling, personal development and empowerment. Additionally, veterans need job assessment, training and placement assistance.
7:30 AM
9:00 AM
Welcome & Registration
G. Walker - Interactive America, Inc. CEO
Continental breakfast and registration for IA-Veterans Village Stand Down. Pick up your name badge and Survival Kit.
9:10 AM
10:45 AM
Picture ID Services
Services
Provide homeless veterans immediate relief from the trauma and isolation of homelessness. Create an environment where basic necessities are provided and participants can come together in a safe and relaxed atmosphere.
11:00 AM
12:30 AM
Health Care Screening (HIV/AIDS, TB, Hepatitis C, etc.)
health care screening
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12:40 AM
1:30 PM
Afternoon Lunch Break
R.Peterson - VIP Technology Sales
Head out & our stewards will direct you to one of the three places lunch is being served - the downstairs chow hall, upstairs Mess Hall, and front reception space.
* Please be back in your seats for 1:30 PM, when the afternoon session will get going
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
VA Benefits Counseling
VA benefits counseling
VA benefits counseling; general benefits counseling (Social Security, Food Stamps, local health and human services)
* Please be back in your seats for 1:30 PM, when the afternoon session will get going
3:00 PM
5:00 PM
Substance Abuse
Substance Abuse
Substance abuse counseling/recovery groups; mental health counseling;
* Please be back in your seats for 1:30 PM, when the afternoon session will get going
3:10 PM
4:45 PM
Legal Services;
Veterans Court
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5:00 PM
6:30 PM
Spotlight & Breakout Sessions
E.Martinez - Author of "Some Book"
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6:40 PM
8:00 PM
Something People Want
C.Johnson - Co-Founder & CEO
B.Williams - VIP Technology Sales
Continental breakfast and registration for Eventador'18. Pick up your name badge and goodie bag
8:30 PM
11:45 PM
Cocktail Reception
R.Peterson - VIP Technology Sales
Get to know fellow attendees over complimentary cocktails in the beautiful Any Place Hall atrium
* All attendees must be 21+. Nametag required. No guests.
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
Content as Conversation
H.Harper - CEO & Executive Chairman
B.Williams - VIP Technology Sales
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10:40 AM
12:00 AM
Crafting a Creative Culture
R.Peterson - VIP Technology Sales
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12:10 AM
1:00 PM
Afternoon Lunch Break
R.Peterson - VIP Technology Sales
Head out & our stewards will direct you to one of the three places lunch is being served - the downstairs bar, upstairs bar and front reception space.
* Please be back in your seats for 13:10, when the afternoon session will get going
12:40 AM
1:30 PM
Crafting a Creative Culture
R.Peterson - VIP Technology Sales
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* Please be back in your seats for 13:10, when the afternoon session will get going
2:50 PM
4:20 PM
Advanced Simplicity
J.Barnes - Founder & Executive Chairman
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4:30 PM
6:20 PM
Innovations in Design
E.Martinez - Author of "Some Book"
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6:30 PM
7:30 PM
Let's Work Together!
H.Harper - CEO & Executive Chairman
R.Peterson - VIP Technology Sales
Continental breakfast and registration for Eventador'18. Pick up your name badge and goodie bag
7:50 PM
8:50 PM
Bowling Tournament
H.Harper - CEO & Executive Chairman
R.Peterson - VIP Technology Sales
Form a crack team and thrash the opposition in our annual bowling tournament, complete with prizes, drinks, and entertainment
* All attendees must be 21+. Nametag required. No guests.
9:00 AM
10:45 AM
New Trands in Design
H.Harper - CEO & Executive Chairman
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11:10 AM
12:20 AM
SVG in Web Dessign
R.Peterson - VIP Technology Sales
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12:30 AM
1:30 PM
Afternoon Lunch Break
R.Peterson - VIP Technology Sales
Head out & our stewards will direct you to one of the three places lunch is being served - the downstairs bar, upstairs bar and front reception space.
* Please be back in your seats for 13:40, when the afternoon session will get going
1:40 PM
3:10 PM
Advanced Simplicity
B.Williams - VIP Technology Sales
J.Barnes - Founder & Executive Chairman
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* Please be back in your seats for 13:40, when the afternoon session will get going
3:20 PM
5:00 PM
Crafting a Creative Culture
C.Johnson - Co-Founder & CEO
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5:10 PM
6:30 PM
Spotlight & Breakout Sessions
E.Martinez - Author of "Some Book"
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7:50 PM
8:50 PM
Bowling Tournament
E.Martinez - Author of "Some Book"
Form a crack team and thrash the opposition in our annual bowling tournament, complete with prizes, drinks, and entertainment
* All attendees must be 21+. Nametag required. No guests.
9:00 PM
11:45 PM
After Party
E.Martinez - Author of "Some Book"
Unwind with all your new friends at our fun-filled after party featuring games, music, and drinks
* All attendees must be 21+. Nametag required. No guests.
Gallery From Stand Downs Across The Country
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Helping Veterans with "Stand Down" program in Detroit
Caring people stand up for veterans with the "Stand Down" program at Detroit Rescue Mission.
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