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VA Providence Research Week

VA Providence proudly celebrated Research Week, culminating in the inspiring VA Providence Research Day.

VA Providence Researchers pose with their posters during Research Day.

A High-Flying Career Lands: Celebrating John Loughlin's Journey to Retirement

VA Providence is bidding a heartfelt farewell to John Loughlin, our esteemed Public Affairs Officer, as he steps into retirement.

John Loughlin celebrates his retirement with VA Providence friends and colleagues.

VA Providence Enrollment Team Engages Veterans at Veteran Expo

This past Saturday the VA Providence enrollment team participated in the East Providence Veteran Expo, an event dedicated to connecting Veterans with essential resources and services.

Trisha Cote, VA Providence Enrollment Supervisor, meets with a local Veteran at the Veteran Expo.

Briefing Military Officers Association of America

On Friday, May 10th, Director Lawrence Connell of VA Providence attended the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) meeting to provide an update on the ongoing improvements and initiatives at VA Providence.

Director Lawrence Connell briefs MOAA members in North Kingstown, RI.

Enhancing Bonds at the Providence Vet Center

On May 8, 2024, Lawrence Connell, Director of VA Providence, visited the Providence Vet Center to strengthen ties and emphasize the critical mission of supporting Veterans and their families.

Director Connell visits with the Providence Vet Center.

VA Providence Spring Resource Fair Empowers Veterans with Essential Services and Support

VA Providence is excited to announce the conclusion of our Spring Resource Fair, hosted by the Homeless Patient Aligned Care Team (HPACT).

Joanne Barrett, VA Providence Women Veterans Program Manager, shows off some of her departments giveaways during the Spring Resource Fair.

VA Providence Healthcare System Hosts Blood Drive, Aiding 135 Patients

The VA Providence Healthcare System recently hosted a blood drive that saw 51 donors step forward to contribute to this cause.

VA Providence Blood Drive draws 51 donors assisting over 150 patients.

Empowerment Mask Showcase: A Celebration of Healing and Resilience

As April's Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM) draws to a close, VA Providence hosted the Empowerment Mask showcase, honoring the resilience and healing of Veterans who have experienced Military Sexual Trauma (MST).

(Left) Dr. Steinzor explains the purpose behind the Empowerment Masks to (left to right) Abigail Carter, Heather Herlin, and Joanne Barrett.

Providence Vet Center Expands with New Community Access Point in Middletown

The Providence Vet Center is proud to announce the opening of a new Community Access Point (CAP) at the Middletown Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC).

Providence Vet Center opens new Community Access Point (CAP) at Middletown Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC).

VA Providence Observes National Denim Day to Support Survivors of Sexual Assault

VA Providence was proud to participate in National Denim Day, a significant day aimed at raising awareness and supporting survivors of sexual assault.

VA Providence EMS Staff participate in National Denim Day 2024.