Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center says it is now renewing and expanding outreach in Westcliffe and throughout Custer County to reinforce its commitment to veterans and military families in the region.The organization calls the effort a "boots on the ground" presence to ensure that veterans in Westcliffe have consistent access to resources and support.Throughout Westcliffe, veterans and families can access a range of support services, including; Veteran service officer referrals VA benefits navigation Employment and career assistance, including support for business ownership Behavioral health resources Connections to supportive services such as emergency and financial assistance Mt. Carmels mission has been to stand in the gap where systems fall shortand to do so with humility, partnership, and follow-through." Returning to Westcliffe and expanding services across Southern Colorado is a natural extension of that mission.The monthly outreach for Custer County will happen at the West Custer County Library (209 Main Street) on the second and fourth Mondays of each month, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For more information, contact Mt. Carmel at (719)309-4719 or visit their website.____Watch KOAA News5 on your time, anytime with our free streaming app available for your Roku, FireTV, AppleTV and Android TV. Just search KOAA News5, download and start watching. ...read more read less