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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.

  • 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.

  • This past weekend, VA Providence proudly attended the North Kingstown 350th Anniversary Celebration at Wilson Park!

    VA Providence and Providence VA Regional office setup for the event.

  • VA Providence is thrilled to announce the success of Operation Gratitude, hosted by our Employee Engagement Team and VAEA!

    Pictured: Donations accumulated from the Operation Gratitude initiative.

  • This past weekend, VA Providence proudly participated in the Mashpee Wampanoag Veterans Council’s Veteran Fair, an event dedicated to honoring and supporting our Veterans.

    VA Providence Public Affairs Specialist Justyn Charon speaks to a Veteran about enrollment during the outreach event.

  • This Thursday, VA Providence hosted an insightful and transformative training session, "The Power of Forgiveness," led by Anthony Labelle and Chaplain Alexander Calikyan.

    VA Providence's Anthony Labelle and Chaplain Alexander Calikyan pose after completing their training on Forgiveness.

  • On Wednesday, VA Providence had the distinct honor of welcoming VA Chief of Staff Margaret “Meg” Kabat to our facility.

    VA Providence Director Lawrence Connell speaks to Chief Kabat during the leadership meeting.

  • On Tuesday, August 27th, VA Providence honored a group of exceptional individuals whose quick thinking and decisive actions on May 23rd saved a man's life.

    Robin Morris and Rudy Rey are recognized with Special Recognition Awards for their life saving actions.

  • This past weekend, VA Providence hosted a PACT Act outreach event at VFW Post 443 in North Attleboro, MA, celebrating the 2nd anniversary of the legislation.

    VA Providence's Ron Ptaszenski speaks to Veterans about the PACT Act during the event.