TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) - For veterans, getting back on their feet after returning home can be challenging.
That's why this year, the two-day Homeless Veterans Stand Down event returned, to bring critical community resources to vets in need.
Nearly 300 local veterans attended the annual opening ceremony Friday at the North Florida Fairgrounds.
More than 100 human service agencies and vendors will be set up this weekend offering health, legal and social services.
Veterans also receive meals, health screenings, and a place to sleep Friday.
Organizers estimate around 300 veterans in the Big Bend are homeless.
"We've been at war for a long time and many of our veterans that come back then acclimate into what is their new normal after deployment," said Tom Wisnieski, Veterans Association Medical Center Director. "We help provide those services so they can do that."
Local organizations are helping veterans with valid paperwork, find housing, and jobs.
Legal experts will be there Saturday to help with any legal issues.
