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Read about what's happening in our VA Bedford health care community.

  • BEDFORD, MA - A potentially dangerous situation uncovered in Oct 2022 sparked a major patient safety initiative at the VA Bedford Healthcare System. Staff discovered a veteran improperly leaving the facility in a wheelchair without secure tie-down brackets, putting him at risk during transportation.

    Wheelchair Team

  • Yesterday, February 14th, VA Bedford HCS hosted its annual National Salute to Veteran Patients event. This national event is held every year during Valentine's week to pay tribute to Veterans cared for at VA medical facilities across the country.

    VA Bedford National Salute

  • When Leanna Lynch organized an informational training day for Veterans Service Officers (VSOs) at the VA Bedford Healthcare System, her goal was to equip these advocates with the knowledge to better serve Veterans and their families.

    VSO Training at VA Bedford

  • Check out the January activity calendar for the Outpatient Recreation Therapy & Fitness Center!

    Jan 2024 Gym Calendar

  • BEDFORD, MA -- The Domiciliary Program at VA Bedford Health Care System has relaunched the first Contingency Management (CM) program within VHA to support smoking cessation among Veterans following the COVID-19 pandemic.

    Contingency Management Program Shows Promise for Supporting Smoking Cessation Among Veterans

  • VA Bedford Healthcare System Director, Dr. Joan Clifford, delivered opening remarks at the Billerica Wreaths Across America ceremony.

    Joan Clifford Speaking

  • Our greenhouse if officially open for inpatient use!

    Greenhouse

  • BEDFORD, MA – The sounds of renovation carry a hopeful tune at VA Bedford. Bedford leadership, Construction crew, and representatives from the DAV meet to tour the space where work will begin soon as part of a $15 million renovation ushering in a new era of care for women Veterans.

    VA Bedford team, Construction team, and DAV join for a renovation tour of new Women's Veterans Clinic

  • After 20 years of smoking, Lily Diallo was finally ready to quit.

    Lily Diallo

  • Yesterday, we hosted our annual Halloween fest for the residents of our Community Living Center. We want to thank the various Veteran service organizations who came out and handed out treats and goodies to our residents, helping spread Halloween cheer.

    Halloween fest