"I think the "Friends" give combat veterans a chance to help vets in need and provide service to various community organizations. It's also a place to be with other vets who understand the challenges and can give you information about services and benifits you may not know about."
D Hildreth
"The Friends, is a safe haven for veterans"
J Condon
Mission
We want to introduce you to a new organization that has been formed as an adjunct to the Springfield Vet Center . Its purpose is to encourage social, recreational, educational, health and wellness programs for you. Examples of such activities might include: fishing trips, holiday parties, chess, bowling and hiking activities, speaker program and Tai Chi just to name a few, but the options are unlimited. You are invited to participate in any of three ways: