[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 153 (Monday, December 3, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1864]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           IN HONOR OF STAND DOWN OF SOUTH JERSEY VOLUNTEERS

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                         HON. ROBERT E. ANDREWS

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, December 3, 2012

  Mr. ANDREWS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the volunteers of 
Stand Down of South Jersey. These volunteers dedicate their time and 
effort year-round to aid homeless veterans in communities across the 
state of New Jersey.
  The culmination of Stand Down's efforts is an event held annually at 
the Army National Guard Armory in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. Each year, 
this event is a place where veterans go for haircuts, receive 
assistance in applying for government support, guidance on employment 
and job training opportunities, health-related counseling, and more.
  At the event, held in September, Stand Down aided and supported 
approximately 278 homeless veterans from the area as a result of the 
volunteer efforts. In addition, volunteers have collected winter coats, 
blankets, and other supplies that they donated to the Marine Corps 
League Detachment 796 at Toms River.
  The tireless efforts of these volunteers should not go unnoticed. I 
join the citizens of Southern New Jersey and the veterans in our 
community to thank these volunteers for their continued hard work and 
dedication to this important cause.

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