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American Legion Auxiliary Post 265 makes donation to Barracks of Hope

Barracks of Hope provides transitional housing for homeless veterans struggling with mental health as well as substance abuse.

  • By Observer Staff
  • | 12:00 p.m. October 3, 2023
Rebekah Mead, Kerry Lewis, Holli Hudson, Barbara Marcus and Sue Yoz. Courtesy photo
Rebekah Mead, Kerry Lewis, Holli Hudson, Barbara Marcus and Sue Yoz. Courtesy photo
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The American Legion Auxiliary Post 265 donated new clothes, 20 waterproof bed covers, hygiene supplies and food to Barracks of Hope on Sept. 11.

The items were donated by legion members or purchased by the Auxiliary, according to a statement to the Obsever. 

Auxiliary President Rebekah Mead, a veteran with Barracks of Hope, media volunteer Christine Vitch and Donna Frequez, chair of Veteran admin and rehab projects. Courtesy photo

Barracks of Hope is located at 605 N. Segrave St. and provides transitional housing for homeless veterans struggling with mental health as well as substance abuse.

 

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