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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.

  • 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.

  • This week, our Employment Resource Center, led by Kim Kralicky, hosted a Veteran Job Fair at VA Providence.

    VA Providence's Katherine Hubert, Human Resource Specialist, speaks about job openings at VA Providence during the Veteran Job Fair.

  • VA Providence recently hosted a successful Post-Deployment Health Reassessment (PDHRA) for the Rhode Island National Guard’s 143rd Regiment, with Soldiers from the 110th Public Affairs Detachment also in attendance to receive services.

    VA Providence's Rochelle Fortin speaks to the Soldiers during the PDHRA.

  • This past weekend, VA Providence was honored to attend the Rhode Island Reserve Organization of America’s 100th Anniversary Celebration.

    The cake prepared for the celebration of the Rhode Island Reserve Organization of America's 100th Anniversary Celebration.

  • On Thursday, September 19th, VA Providence hosted the 2024 Suicide Awareness Summit, bringing together Veterans, healthcare professionals, and community members for an impactful day focused on suicide prevention within the Veteran community.

    VA Providence's Kimberly Ferrante prepares for the 2024 Suicide Prevention Summit.

  • On September 13, 2024, the VA Providence Caregiver Support Program (CSP) hosted its Annual Caregiver Summit at the John H. Harwood Research Center.

    VA Providence Caregiver Support Program (CSP) hosted its Annual Caregiver Summit

  • This week VA Providence was excited to attend the Veterans Café Site Pilot Project, a collaborative initiative between Meals on Wheels of Rhode Island and the Rhode Island Office of Veteran Services.

    VA Providence's Ron Ptaszenski assists Veterans with questions during the event.

  • VA Providence was honored to attend Operation Stand Down Rhode Island’s (OSDRI) Annual Veteran Assistance Event at their headquarters in Johnston, RI!

    VA Providence's Enrollment Specialist Michelle Henderson speaks to a Veteran during OSDRI's Veteran Assistance event.