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VA Central Western Massachusetts health care

Get address and hours, parking and transportation information, and health services offered at Edward P. Boland VA Medical Center

Our hospital provides primary care and specialty health services, including mental health, nutrition, treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), women’s health, and more. Below, you’ll find our address and hours, parking and transportation information, and the other health services we offer at Edward P. Boland VA Medical Center. 

VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System does not operate 24-hour outpatient services and does not provide emergency services. Our outpatient clinic hours are weekdays 8 AM to 4:30 PM. For emergencies, call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room.

Find a health facility near you at VA Central Western Massachusetts Health Care System, and manage your health online. Our health care teams are deeply experienced and guided by the needs of Veterans, their families, and caregivers.

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VA Central Western Massachusetts Food Bank (Leeds)

VA Central Western Massachusetts Food Bank (Leeds)

The Leeds/Northampton location Food Bank is open to all Veterans every Wednesday from 9:00a - 3:00p.

Location: Building 22 (The Cottage)
Hours: Wednesdays 9:00a - 3:00p

Please bring your own shopping bags.

Other VA events

VA Central Western Massachusetts Food Bank (Leeds)

The Leeds/Northampton location Food Bank is open to all Veterans every Wednesday from 9:00a - 3:00p.

Location: Building 22 (The Cottage) Hours: Wednesdays 9:00a - 3:00p Please bring your own shopping bags.

Other VA events

Location: Building 22 (The Cottage)
Hours: Wednesdays 9:00a - 3:00p

Please bring your own shopping bags.