Personal Narrative: My Experience With Veterans At Clubhouse

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While I was still employed at the Clubhouse (LSS) we often run into each other during your visits.

Today I am a case worker and work with Veterans who are homeless or at risk to become homeless.
The reason for me reaching out to is then also in regards of this.

I am wondering if it’s possible for me to drop off some flyers and contact material at any departments within the Health and Human Services facility for possible veterans who come for treatment.
This excludes, of course, the VSO, office who is also housed in the building.

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