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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.

  • The VA Providence Healthcare System hosted a Go Red for Women’s Heart Health event in its main lobby, making heart health education and benefits access easy to reach for Women Veterans and reinforcing the importance of prevention and early awareness.

    Women in casual wear talking to a woman in a red suit.

  • Giving blood saves lives, and at VA Providence, it also created an opportunity to connect service with heart health awareness.

    Two women in chairs write on paper with pens.

  • As part of VA Providence’s Go Red for Women’s Heart Health Initiative, Women Veterans recently completed Week 1 of Taking Charge of My Heart, Life and Health, a six-week, women-focused Whole Health group.

    Group of people in a meeting with laptops and papers.

  • VA Providence proudly celebrated the ribbon cutting of Nourish & Flourish, our new on-site Food Pantry dedicated to supporting the health, dignity and well-being of Veterans across our community.

    Group of six smiling people cutting a ribbon at an office opening.

  • More than 30 Women Veterans came together Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, for a guided tour of the International Museum of World War II in Wakefield, R.I.

    Man standing and speaking in front of a large screen, audience seated in chairs watching.

  • VA Providence hosted the “New Year, Stronger You” outreach event on Jan. 7, bringing Veterans together at the Downey Weaver American Legion Post in Charlestown to start the year informed, supported and connected.

    VA Providence's Micaela Costa helps a Veteran enroll with VA Healthcare.

  • VA Providence’s Employment Resource Center (ERC) recently hosted a Coworx hiring event, connecting Veterans with meaningful employment opportunities and direct access to recruiters ready to support their next career step.

    Coworx staff inform Veterans about job opportunities offered through their company.

  • On Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025, VA Providence joined the Rhode Island Office of Veterans Services and Meals on Wheels of Rhode Island for a Veterans Cafe held at the Southside Cultural Center of Rhode Island in Providence.

    VA Providence's Justyn Charon speaks to Veterans about resources available in the community.

  • This year’s VA Providence Winter Coat Drive brought together staff, community partners, and supporters to ensure Veterans facing hardship stay warm during the colder months.

    Veterans select winter clothing items during the VA Providence Winter Coat Drive.

  • The VA Providence Employment Resource Center (ERC) recently collaborated with the Providence School System to host a career resource event focused on preparing students and young adults for future employment opportunities.

    The Providence School System joined VA Providence to inform Veterans about job openings in their department.