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

  • Military police officer Jessica Mack left the U.S. Air Force never expecting to face social isolation and loneliness as a civilian. With undiagnosed post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and a severe brain injury, she struggled to find her fit in this “new normal.”

    Smiling elderly man with glasses, wearing military shirt and hat. He sits at a table with a plate of food and others socializing in the background.

  • In the wake of COVID-19, the significance of personal health care is more evident than ever. Join us for our VA health and wellness fair on Thursday, January 18, from noon to 7 p.m. at Cheyenne VA Medical Center and Northern Colorado VA Clinic.

    A female nurse is talking to a male patient. The nurse is standing, the man is sitting.

  • VA Cheyenne Health Care System has launched a Medical Foster Home (MFH) program helping Veterans to remain in their community, maintain their social connections and participate in everyday family life.

    man in wheelchair petting a dog that is sitting on a recliner. A nurse is watching and smiling in the background.

  • Just inside the main entrance of the Cheyenne VA in Wyoming, visitors may encounter a greeter named Roderick “Rod” Romero.

    Man sits in wheelchair in hallway, photos behind him

  • “In my 30-plus years of working with Veterans, I’ve never seen anything as powerful as this at getting people to seek the help they need,” said Dr. Chuck Drebing, a psychologist with Cheyenne VA in Wyoming.

    Man in military uniform holds small film camera.

  • “This is the best care I’ve had and the most caring VA I’ve been in,” said Judy Brayton, a resident of Cheyenne VA’s Community Living Center.

    RN Sam Massie (left) and resident Judy Brayton offer their perspectives on the Cheyenne VA’s Community Living Center.

  • Paul Roberts, a U.S. Army Veteran, worked as a medical service corps officer during his 21 years of active duty. In describing that role, he said he supported clinical staff to help run hospitals. Roberts’ military background and experience in hospital administration led him to find his fit at VA.

    Man in suit jacket and tie in front of U.S. flag

  • Larimer County is urging Veterans to take advantage of a new program that provides health care for any Veteran facing mental health issues and acute suicide crises.

    Veterans Crisis Line, dial 988 then press 1

  • The Sterling Veterans Affairs clinic will re-open Wednesday, as promised, according to a letter sent out from VA Cheyenne Health Care System.

    Veterans Affairs Seal

  • Here in Cheyenne, Valentine’s Day is not only about celebrating our loved ones, but caring for our Veterans.

    Veterans Express room sign next to Valentine balloons.