Greater Boston Stand Down Event
The 2018 Boston Stand Down is a one-day event on Friday, September 7 at City Hall Plaza. http://nechv.org/StandDown
The 2017 Boston Stand Down is a one day event on Friday, September 8 at City Hall Plaza.
09/09/2019
Another successful Greater Boston Stand Down is in the books! Sending one more giant THANK YOU to everyone who made this year's event happen. Check out some photos here ➡️ https://nechv.smugmug.com/2019-Greater-Boston-Stand-Down/
2019 Greater Boston Stand Down - nechv Photos from the 2019 Greater Boston Stand Down | Friday, September 6, 2019
Today felt really special.
Over 100 service providers, employers and community organizations came out to City Hall to provide Veterans easy access to supportive services. Wow!
We are so grateful for every single person who made this event possible. To service providers, organizations, community partners, volunteers, and to our staff: thank you! We truly couldn’t do any of it without you!
Have a wonderful weekend everyone! And, be sure to check back in next week for more coverage on the 2019 Greater Boston Stand Down!
09/06/2019
Meet Meryl, the sweetest Service Dog there ever was! She brightened the faces of everyone she met today!
Her and Anthony, who served in the United States Army from 1984 - 1987, were fast friends! Thank you for you service, Anthony!
09/06/2019
The 215th Army Band sure did add some spice to the day! We are very grateful for their musical talents - thank you for coming!
09/06/2019
Welcome everyone!
This morning's Welcome Ceremony was stacked with powerful speakers, including: Francisco Ureña, Secretary of the Department of Veterans' Services; Robert Santiago, Commissioner of the City of Boston's Veterans' Services; Vincent Ng, Director at the VA Boston Healthcare System; Michael Charness, Chief of Staff at the VA Boston Healthcare System; and Brittany Mangini, Director of Food Security and Nutrition at the Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance.
What a group! We thank them for joining us today & for all they continue to do to support Veterans.
09/05/2019
The National Guard, NECHV staff, and volunteers from J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. are all here at Boston City Hall Plaza setting up for the 2019 Greater Boston Stand Down Event tomorrow! Thank you for all your hard work…we couldn’t do it without you!
09/10/2018
Check out the photos from this year's event. We hope everyone had a great time!
Thank you volunteers, community partners, service providers, staff, and all for a great Stand Down today!
09/06/2018
Set up is underway! Thank you to all for your hard work on this hot day!
06/08/2018
09/08/2017
We're excited to start the day! Welcome, everyone!
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09/01/2017
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06/21/2017
Our 2017 Greater Boston Stand Down flyer is available for download online! The flyer will be updated as more information becomes available closer to the event. Get it here: www.nechv.org/standdown
Greater Boston Stand Down 2017 Stand Down is a 1-day event that brings together service providers and local Veterans, which enables Veterans to receive immediate comprehensive and coordinated services in one place.
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06/09/2017
Are you a service provider interested in participating in this year's event on September 8, 2017? You can find our Service Provider Registration form here: http://nechv.org/gbsd2017-service-registration-form/.
Greater Boston Stand Down 2017 Service Provider Registration Form Service Providers interested in participating in this year’s Greater Boston Stand Down should fill out the form below and send to Alexandra Pastore via email at [email protected] or…
The 2017 Greater Boston Stand Down will be held on Friday, September 8 at City Hall Plaza! Watch this page for updates as information becomes available.
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Veterans can bring their dogs and cats to Stand Down for veterinary services, including vaccinations!
09/22/2016
Please see our updated flyer for new information!
08/23/2016
Our flyer has been updated to include transportation information. Thank you MBTA and WORK Inc. for providing additional transportation!
Talk with the Bedford VA Hospital about housing resources at Stand Down!
Social Security Administration will be on hand at Stand Down to help with applications and cards, and offer information.
Pine Street Inn will be at Stand Down – learn about the Veterans services they have available.
Talk with housing specialists from New England Center and Home for Veterans about emergency housing resources at Stand Down on Sept. 30!
The MassRelay Service will be at Stand Down to provide telephones for Veterans with disabilities.
Representatives from MassDOT Registry of Motor Vehicles will be attending Stand Down this year! See them for Mass ID’s, license transactions, registration renewals, and hearings.
Meet with representatives from the Massachusetts Department of Veterans' Services at Stand Down to review financial services and find out about state benefits!
Have questions about child support? Massachusetts Department of Revenue Child Support Enforcement will be there to make sure you understand your rights and responsibilities.
If you need help finding meaningful employment and career development opportunities, meet with Hero 2 Hired at Stand Down, from the Massachusetts ESGR.
Catch up on missed vaccinations, delivered by registered nurses from the MA Association of Public Health Nurses. They’ll also be offering evaluation and treatment of foot or nail issues, along with shoe fittings, to make sure you stay comfortable. https://www.facebook.com/groups/52890567232/
You can never have too many socks. Snag a new pair from the Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A., who will be joining us at Stand Down this year!
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Taking a Stand for Veterans
The 2019 Greater Boston Stand Down is on Friday, September 6, with Veteran service hours from 8:00AM - 2:00PM, at Boston City Hall Plaza.
Please join over 100 service providers, employers, and community organizations in providing essential supportive services to Veterans, including:
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City Hall Plaza
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Conservatory Lab Charter School
395 Columbia Road
Boston, 02125
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City Year
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Literations
1 Federal Street, 5th Floor
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TSNE
89 South Street
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Pine Street Inn
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Project R&R: Release and Restitution for Chimpanzees in US Labs
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League of Women Voters of Massachusetts
Canal Street
Boston
LWVMA is a non-profit non-partisan grassroots organization dedicated to voter education and advocacy in MA. Check out www.lwvma.org for more information!
Beyond Conflict
198 Tremont Street, Suite 453
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Boston World Partnerships
135 Morrissey Boulevard
Boston, 02125
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Boston Harbor Now
15 State St
Boston, 02109
Boston Harbor Now is stewarding the waterfront, harbor and islands.
Class Action
11 Green Street
Boston, 02130
Class Action is a nonprofit that inspires action to end classism and extreme inequality.
Asian Community Development Corporation
38 Oak Street
Boston, 02111
ACDC develops affordable housing; promotes economic development fosters leadership development; and builds capacity in and advocates for the community.