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“Our main objective is to reduce the number of Veterans that commit suicide by helping connect Veterans with VA’s mental health services,” shares Grayson Giles, Chairman of the Veterans Behavioral Health Council.
Continuing to highlight our staff and VA’s Health Professions Education Week, we would like to share a more personal experience of one of our healthcare trainees.
The Department of Veterans Affairs celebrates Health Professions Education Week, March 11- 15, by recognizing contributions of VA faculty, health professions trainees, clinical educators, and academic affiliates who work together to care for Veterans.
We were able to sit down with Eric McCormack, whose glasswork masterpiece “Portals” earned him the prestigious 3rd Place in Applied Art at the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival. He brought in his artwork to share with his fellow Veterans, as well as words of encouragement.
Federal Women Employee Special Emphasis Program Manager
Smiling, from ear to ear, 93 years young Marine Veteran, Donald W. Doss rolled through the crowd of Veterans and Cosmetology students at the Marion VA’s Salute to Veteran Patients Week event.
In commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War, we would like to invite you to help us honor our Vietnam Veterans by submitting a photo via email of a special Vietnam Veteran in your life. If you are a Vietnam Veteran, we would love to have you submit a photo of yourself as well!
"We can help many veterans depending on their goals. Whether it's physical, psychological, spiritual, or emotional support, we focus on what is important to the veteran. We determine their goals and priorities in life, and that is where we begin," shares Recreation Therapist Ethan Blumhorst.
As we celebrate the brave women who have served our country, it is essential to shine a light on an often-overlooked aspect of their well-being - heart health.
The American Red Cross, along with the Marion VA Health Care System, organize Quarterly blood drives at the Marion VA’s main location in Marion, Illinois, to encourage community members to participate in this noble act.
