Returning service member care
VA Eastern Kansas health care provides health care and other benefits to the newest Veterans returning from service, even if you are still on active duty or an activated member of the National Guard or Reserve. Talk to a care coordinator about making use of your health care benefits.
Connect with a care coordinator
Shannon Solander LSCSW
Post-9/11 Military2VA (M2VA) Case Management Program, Program Manager (formerly OEF/OIF/OND and Transition Care Management Program), VITAL Initiative Coordinator.
VA Eastern Kansas health care
Phone: 800-574-8387 ext. 52356
Email: shannon.solander@va.gov
Melissa Nelson LMSW
Post-9/11 Military2VA (M2VA) Case Manager
VA Eastern Kansas health care
Phone: 800-574-8387 ext. 52332
Email: melissa.nelson1@va.gov
Patricia Schack LSCSW
Post-9/11 Military2VA (M2VA) Case Manager
VA Eastern Kansas health care
Phone: 913-682-2000 ext. 52657
Email: Patricia.Schack@va.gov
Debra Tangari
Post-9/11 Military2VA (M2VA) Case Manager
VA Eastern Kansas health care
Phone: 785-350-3111 Ext. 52065
Email: debra.tangari@va.gov
Care we provide at VA Eastern Kansas health care
We can help you access service and benefit programs tailored to the needs of returning service members, including:
- Polytrauma care
- Rehabilitation
- Mental health care
- Counseling
- Family benefits counseling
- Referral assistance
Vet Centers
Vet Centers are counseling centers that help Veterans readjust after deployment. The Vet Center in Kansas City, MO provides counseling for individuals, groups, married couples, and families. They also provide guidance and referrals for other VA and community resources.