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Brewing Bonds at Veterans Café

VA Providence's Michelle Henderson speaks to a Veteran about enrolling in VA Healthcare.
VA Providence's Michelle Henderson speaks to a Veteran about enrolling in VA Healthcare.

By Justyn Charon, Public Affairs Specialist

The Varnum Armory Museum in East Greenwich hosted the Veterans Café, a social dining event designed to bring Veterans together for camaraderie, conversation, and resource sharing.

Organized in collaboration with community partners, this gathering encouraged relationship-building and offered attendees a chance to learn about local services in a relaxed environment.

VA Providence staff were present to discuss healthcare enrollment, specialty programs, and upcoming VA events. Team members engaged with Veterans one-on-one, ensuring each person left with valuable information and a stronger connection to their VA benefits. The event underscored the importance of creating spaces for Veterans to socialize while accessing vital resources.