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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.

  • Director Lawrence Connell and members of the VA Providence outreach team attended the Regional VA Veterans Day Ceremony at Bristol Community College (BCC), hosted by the college’s Joseph A. Marshall Veterans Center.

    VA Providence Director Lawrence Connell (Right) presents Dr. Sedgwick Harris (Middle) with a Certificate from VA Secretary Doug Collins.

  • A Providence Women Veterans Program Manager Joanne Barrett attended the annual Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Women Veterans Monument at the Rhode Island Veterans Cemetery.

    VA Providence's Joanne Barrett with local community leaders at the Women Veterans Memorial at the Rhode Island Veterans Cemetery in Exeter, RI.

  • VA Providence's Women Veterans Program and additional staff proudly attended a ceremony at the University of Rhode Island recognizing 96-year-old U.S. Air Force Veteran Carolyn Spinney, who received a Veteran Service Alumni Award in acknowledgment of her lifelong service and contributions.

    U.S. Air Force Veteran Carolyn Spinney receives her honorary degree from the University of Rhode Island's Bob Flynn.

  • VA Providence proudly celebrated the 250th birthday of the United States Marine Corps on November 10, honoring two and a half centuries of courage, honor, and unwavering service.

    Happy 250th Birthday Marines! - Semper Fi

  • Rhode Island Football Club’s beloved mascot, Chip, made a special visit to VA Providence to thank Veterans for their service in honor of Veterans Day.

    Rhode Island Football Club's "Chip" interacts with VA Providence Veterans and Staff during his visit.

  • The Rhode Island Elks Lodges are proving once again that community and compassion go hand in hand. This week, food donations—already totaling more than 2,000 pounds with more still on the way—were delivered to the VA Providence Homeless Clinic to help support Veterans experiencing food insecurity.

    VA Providence's Kevin Price and Elks Member Matt Vianna with food donations to the homeless clinic.

  • The MassHire Greater New Bedford Job Fair opened with a special Veterans-only hour, followed by access for all job seekers.

    VA Providence's Joanne Barrett assists two Veterans with VA enrollment.

  • VA Providence turned pink for Pink Out Day, a Women’s Health Resource Fair led by Women Veterans Program Manager Joanne Barrett.

    VA Providence staff dress in pink to support Breast Cancer Awareness.

  • The MassHire Greater New Bedford Job Fair opened with a special Veterans-only hour, followed by access for all job seekers.

    VA Providence's Joanne Barrett assists two Veterans with VA enrollment.

  • VA Providence’s Intimate Partner Violence Coordinator, Laurie Harris, attended The Clothesline Project at Bristol Community College on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025.

    Bristol Community College's Clothesline Project brings awareness to assault and abuse survivors.