Homeless Veterans Prep For Winter At Annual Stand Down In Colorado Springs

Joe Tustin knows the margin of error while surviving winter on Colorado Springs' streets drops with the mercury. "Just as simple as a warm winter coat can help quite a bit," said Tustin, 62. On Tuesday, he joined scores of other homeless and impoverished veterans at the 19th annual Stand Down - many gearing up for their next test of survival. The event, organized by the El Paso County Veterans Coalition, aims to help veterans prepare for the winter, while connecting them with nonprofits who can help them find an apartment.

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