Document Type
Fact Sheet
Publication Date
2009
Keywords
Homelessness; Health screening; Northwest Arkansas; Veterans
Abstract
On September 17, 2009 a one-stop service provision event for homeless took place in Fayetteville, AR. HOPE 2009 was sponsored by the Veteransʼ Administration designed to serve those in need throughout the region. Besides the VA services available to veterans, a range of other services were provided to participants including: blood pressure checks, employment assistance, credit counseling, eye exams, eye glasses, haircuts, legal aid, massages, social security claims, and shelters/ housing options. A lunch was provided, and all those participating received a bag of donated groceries, canned goods, and a toiletry kit with essential items.
Citation
Fitzpatrick, K., Kearney, A., & Choudary, W. N. (2009). Community Fact Sheet: Hope 2009: A VA Sponsored Event for Northwest Arkansas’ Homeless. Northwest Arkansas Social Indicators, 3 (4) Retrieved from https://scholarworks.uark.edu/cfipoverty/8
