Sierra Vista, Arizona (KGUN) — Cochise Serving Veterans is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing resources and services to Cochise County veterans.

Volunteers have been working on their vehicles since it was founded in 2013. On Saturday, they’re celebrating the opening of Soft He’s Veterans Resources and Outreach Community Center during Sierra Vista City’s Westfest.

“This is absolutely fantastic,” said Cochise Serving Veteran Vice President Melanie Simpson. Before venturing into smaller communities like Benson and Huachuca City, you can build real brick-and-mortar buildings here in Cochise County. Because we are helping everyone across Cochise County. “

The nonprofit has eight volunteers, including a case manager. They work with veterans to help meet individual needs – whether it is financial, home improvement, clothing provision, or Chaplin’s services. is more accessible.

“Bricks and mortar allows veterans to not only email and call us and get referrals from other agencies, but to walk into our buildings as soon as they need help. You can,’ said Simpson.Have a safe place to go in. Sit down and talk to one of us and one of his case manager. “

The new building is located at Landmark Plaza on Fry Boulevard. At the soft opening on Saturday, Simpson said there will be free meals, outreach center volunteers to answer questions, and services available for veterans in need.