"Helping Homeless Veterans Help Themselves"
ABOUT US
Veteran's Helping Hand was created by Sandy Walker, a Vietnam Veteran who did not want any of his fellow Veterans to feel isolated or unwelcomed after coming home from war. Sandy's dream was to open a community center that would not only provide emergency shelter, but would also provide immediate help with basics supplies such as food, supplies, an housing. Some of you may have heard of his work over the years, where he dedicated his life to serving the homeless and needy of York City and York County. Sandy was able to help meet the needs of a countless number of Veterans. Unfortunately, his service in Vietnam led to severe health issues and Sandy lost his final battle on March 14, 2015. Sandy was in the beginning stages of creating the first homeless center for Veterans in York County. After his death, members of the York County community worked hard in Sandy's honor and in October of 2015, Mr. Sandy's Homeless Veterans Center became a reality!
Take a moment to get to know how we help our Veterans.
OUR SERVICES
Emergency Shelter
Emergency Food Baskets
Hot Meals
York Food Run
Shower Facility
Laundry Services
Housing
Safe Communication & Connections to Existing Veteran Services
Emergency Food Baskets
Bus Fare/Transportation
Haircut Vouchers
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We also provide Veterans in need with the following:
Medical Equipment
Furniture (Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom Furniture)
Household Items
Large and Small Appliances
Hygiene Products
Clothing/Shoes/Boots
Blankets/Sleeping Bags
YORK FOOD RUN
"Feeding the Community"
In 1985, a group of Christians realized that hot meals were served at Our Daily Bread every Monday-Friday, but a hot meal wasn't available on Saturdays & Sundays. This group, from various denominations gathered in the kitchen and cooked hot meals, which were then taken to parking lots to feed the homeless on Saturday and Sunday evenings. Every homeless, needy, & hungry person that came into the line was able to receive a hot meal.
The number of meals served per weekend in 1985 averaged from 35 to 40 meals. Over the years, the maximum number of meals served were 450-500 per weekend.
WE ARE A CRISIS ORGANIZATION! WE MEET THE EVER CHANGING NEEDS WITHIN OUR COMMUNITY!
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We also accept donations of
Furniture (Bedroom, Dining, Living Room)
Small & Large Appliances
Household Items
Vehicles
Misc. Items
Anything You Use For Your House.....WE USE!