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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.

  • This week, our Nutrition team brought the energy—literally—during the latest Healthy Teaching Kitchen session: Supporting Your Energy Levels.

    VA Providence's Lynn Leclair speaks about the nutritional benefits of quinoa.

  • VA Providence proudly hosted a successful Veteran hiring event on Tuesday, July 8, welcoming Seasons Corner Market to our campus for an afternoon of opportunity and empowerment.

    Veterans learn about various job opportunities during the Seasons Corner Market presentation.

  • At VA Providence, we are honored to recognize three remarkable Rhode Island Veterans who exemplify the strength, sacrifice, and spirit of the Greatest Generation.

    Left to Right: U.S. Navy Veteran Henry Polichetti (110), U.S. Army Veteran Caster Salemi (103), U.S. Navy Veteran George Leo Silva (100).

  • VA Providence’s Healthy Teaching Kitchen kicked off its July classes with “Cracking the Carbohydrate Code".

    VA Providence Dietitian Lily Curreri prepares peppers during the Healthy Teaching Kitchen

  • VA Providence hosted a PTSD Awareness event that brought Veterans, staff, and supporters together for a moving afternoon of reflection and remembrance.

    VA Providence recognizes PTSD Awareness Day.

  • VA Providence’s Employment Resource Center recently hosted a Veteran Job Fair in our 5th floor auditorium, welcoming job-seeking Veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses to explore new career opportunities.

    VA Providence Director Lawrence Connell speaks to Amazon representatives about their military hiring initiatives.

  • VA Providence Director Lawrence Connell recently sat down with NBC 10’s Barbara Morse to discuss the facility’s outstanding 94.9% Veteran Satisfaction Score for April 2025—one of the highest in the nation.

    VA Providence's Director Connell speaks to NBC 10's Barbara Morse via zoom.

  • This past weekend, VA Providence proudly joined the Veterans Expo hosted by the East Providence Elks Lodge at Riverside Middle School.

    VA Providence's Jeannine Campbell (Left) and Justyn Charon (Right) assist a Veteran with enrollment.

  • Last week, Kenneth Lewis became the 5,000th Veteran from the Providence VAHCS to join the Million Veteran Program (MVP), VA’s largest research effort.

    VA Providence's Dr. Choudhary (Left) and Sarah Richer (Right) present Veteran Kenneth Lewis with a certificate of appreciation.

  • VA Providence Healthcare System was proud to participate in Rhode Island FC’s Military Appreciation Game this past weekend at Centreville Bank Stadium, where over 600 complimentary tickets were generously donated by the club to Veterans, their families, and VA staff.

    Rhode Island National Guard volunteers hold the flag during opening ceremonies.