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Claude and Nancy Lee during volunteer caregiver support visit

Caregiver support volunteers develop meaningful relationships with veterans
Caregiver support volunteers develop meaningful relationships with veterans
Blues Bring Joy to JB Veterans
Players from the St. Louis Blues hockey team paid a visit to the JB Divsion of the St. Louis VA Medical Center
Five Local Veterans Attended the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival
The 2011 National Creative Arts Festival in Fayetteville Arkansas was attended by five local St. Louis area veterans.
First Lady and MLB Make World Series Extra Special for Veterans and Their Families
First Lady Michele Obama visits the St. Louis VAMC on the World Series opening game day
Vets Hone Their Skills Locally for National Competition
Local Golden Age Games held at St. Louis VAMC Jefferson Barracks Division used by vets to prepare for the National Golden Age Games being held in St. Louis in 2012
Milwaukee Brewers players bring unexpected smiles to veterans
Brewers players visit veterans at St. Louis VAMC
Washington MO Clinic Grand Opening
Grand opening of the Washington MO veterans clinic
My HealtheVet Secure Messaging Now Available
Secure message function on My HealtheVet
St. Louis Patient Safety Program Receives Cornerstone Award
Cornerstone Award for Patient Safety Program at the St. Louis VA Medical Center
Welcome Home Celebration St. Louis
Invitation to the 2011 Welcome Home Celebration in St. Louis MO

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From Across The Nation

homeless people sleep on a Miami sidewalk

VA Committed to Ending Veteran Homelessness in Five Years
VA is working hard to end Veteran homelessness, but “…our work is not complete until no Vet has to sleep on the street.” — VA Secretary Erik Shinseki
Vets in Crisis Get a Chance, Not a Cell
Veterans Treatment Courts divert those with mental health issues from the traditional justice system and give them treatment and tools for rehabilitation and readjustment.
A Week to Salute Veteran Patients!
February 12-17 — “National Salute to Veteran Patients” week, a chance for the public to visit a VA Medical Center and learn about the sacrifices America’s Veterans they have made.
Salute to Vets - Valentine's Day Concerts
February 12-17 — “National Salute to Veteran Patients” week, a chance for the public to visit a VA Medical Center and learn about the sacrifices America’s Veterans they have made.
Important Heart Health Facts for Veterans
February is American Heart Month. Talk with your health care team about changes you can make to help you reduce your risk and improve your heart health.
National African-American History Month
Black American women have struggled and sacrificed for the freedom of all Americans. “Black Women in American History and Culture” is the theme of African American History Month.
VA's Gateway to Mental Health Help
Getting help for a mental health problem should not be hard. VA has ways for Vets to get the help they may need to keep mentally healthy. Start at the VA Mental Health web page.
Friendly Canine Lifts Spirits at VA Community Living Center
A black Labrador retriever is brightening the lives of residents at the VA West Palm Beach Community Living Center.
Sign up for Email Updates from VA
It’s easy. It’s quick. Just a few clicks and get updates on the latest information from your VA Medical Center and the numerous services available to Vets. Sign up today!
Retired Professor's Dream Job: Volunteering at a VA Clinic
After 41 years of teaching, a college professor retires and begins a new career volunteering at the VA clinic in his home town.