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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.

  • VA Providence honored Women’s Equality Day 2025 on Tuesday, August 26, in the Main Lobby, recognizing the ongoing contributions and sacrifices of Women Veterans.

    VA Providence's Jessica Madison (Left) and Joanne Barrett (Right) prepare to meet Women Veterans during the Women's Equality Day event.

  • The Varnum Armory Museum in East Greenwich hosted the Veterans Café, a social dining event designed to bring Veterans together for camaraderie, conversation, and resource sharing.

    VA Providence's Michelle Henderson speaks to a Veteran about enrolling in VA Healthcare.

  • VA Providence’s Healthy Teaching Kitchen program hosted “Healthy Eating Without Breaking the Bank,” a class focused on cost-effective ways to prepare nutritious meals.

    VA Providence Dietitian Lynn Leclair instructs Veterans on how to plan healthy meals without spending too much money!

  • Seabee Museum Memorial Park in North Kingstown was the site of the “Calling All Veterans” event, presented by RI Elder Info and sponsored by Atria Senior Living.

    VA Providence's Joanne Barrett and Justyn Charon speak to Veterans about enrolling in VA healthcare.

  • The Woonsocket Harris Public Library welcomed Veterans for “Coffee & Conversation,” an outreach event hosted by VA Providence in partnership with Community Care Alliance and the SSG Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program.

    Providence VA Regional Office's Kelline Say assists a Veteran with a disability claim.

  • VA Providence celebrated a major milestone with the ribbon cutting for Phase II of its new Mental Health Building.

    VA Providence Mental Health Building Phase II Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.

  • VA Providence’s Suicide Prevention Team, represented by Kim Ferrante, and the Women Veterans Program, led by Joanne Barrett, attended an information session at the Castle Hill Coast Guard Station.

    VA Providence's Kim Ferrante speaks to members of the United States Coast Guard about VA Providence services.

  • The Fleet & Family Readiness Summer Social on August 6, 2025, brought together service members, Veterans, and their families for an evening of camaraderie and relaxation at the Officer’s Club aboard Naval Station Newport.

    NAVSTA Newport Family's enjoy the Summer Social.

  • This week, VA Providence proudly participated in the East Bay Community Wellness Fair, where Veterans and their families connected with local health, wellness, and support services in a vibrant, welcoming setting.

    The Providence Vet Center's Ed Smith speaks with Veterans about Vet Center services.

  • On Tuesday, July 29, the VA Providence Healthy Teaching Kitchen hosted “Mastering Your Meals for Diabetes”—a hands-on nutrition education class designed to empower Veterans to manage their diabetes with confidence and clarity.

    Veterans listen in as they learn about new ways to control their diabetes.