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Stories

Sharing Moments That Inspire: Every day at VA Providence, Veterans, staff, and community partners make a difference. Here, we spotlight their stories — from personal triumphs and innovative research to compassionate care and meaningful outreach. These moments reflect the dedication and heart behind our mission to serve those who served.

  • VA Providence recently hosted a thought-provoking Circles and Silence event.

    Members of the Audience ask U.S. Department of Justice Community Engagement & Crime Prevention Coordinator David Neill questions during the event.

  • The VA Providence Voluntary Service (VAVS) Committee and Organizational Health Committee recently hosted a food drive that showcased the incredible generosity of our staff.

    Donated goods from VA Providence staff are waiting to be delivered to the H-Pact food pantry.

  • Last week, VA Providence and Operation Stand Down Rhode Island partnered at H-PACT Trailer 37 to distribute jackets, gloves, hats, and other winter essentials to Veterans in need.

    Veterans look through racks of winter clothing during VA Providence's Winter Coat Giveaway.

  • Recently, VA Providence’s enrollment team joined local Veterans at the Veterans Café event hosted by the Rhode Island Office of Veterans Services and Meals on Wheels of Rhode Island, fostering camaraderie and connecting with our community.

    VA Providence's Justyn Charon speaks to Veterans about VA benefits during the event.

  • VA Providence is proud to announce that we have achieved a 5-star score on our Patient Survey Rating through Medicare Care Compare.

    VA Providence achieves 5-star score on Patient Survey Rating!

  • This Thursday, VA Providence came together to celebrate and honor the sacrifices of our Veterans at our annual Veterans Day Celebration.

    VA Providence Director Lawrence Connell speaks to the audience during the Veterans Day Celebration.

  • On Monday, the VA Providence Healthcare System proudly hosted the THRIVE Kick Off event, a celebration honoring the renewal of the Center of Innovation’s (COIN) research mission for another five years.

    Experts and Shareholders gather to celebrate the renewal of COIN's research mission.

  • Today, we’re highlighting the essential behind-the-scenes work happening in our Veterans Justice Program.

    VA Providence's Erica Madaus highlights work bring done in the Veterans Justice Program.

  • This Thursday, VA Providence hosted a powerful Breast Cancer & Domestic Violence Awareness Day, turning our facility into a “Pink Out” in support of these important causes.

    VA Providence staff take part in the "Pink Out" during our Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence Awareness Event.

  • This week, the VA Providence team had the pleasure of attending Rhode Island College’s Student Veteran Resource Fair, where we connected with student Veterans and shared valuable information about the resources available to them through VA.

    VA Providence's Joanne Barrett speaks with a Veteran during the Resource Fair.