Stories

On March 27th, VA Providence held a special celebration of Women’s History Month, an event that not only honored the contributions of women in history but also shone a light on the achievements of women Veterans.

At the Vietnam Veterans Celebration hosted by the Providence Vet Center, VA Providence Director, Lawrence Connell, proudly engaged with our nation’s heroes, emphasizing the VA’s commitment to their health and well-being.

Today, the VA Providence Healthcare System held a Ceremony of Remembrance, a heartfelt event dedicated to celebrating the bravery, sacrifice, and enduring spirit of our Veterans and their families.

On Friday, February 23rd, VA Providence Healthcare System hosted a special event to celebrate Black History Month and honor the contributions of African Americans to the nation and the military.

We are excited to announce that VA Providence Health Care has officially joined Instagram! Follow us at @VAProvidence to stay connected with our vibrant community.

On February 14, 2024, VA Providence Healthcare System celebrated Valentine's Day with VA Providence Director Lawrence Connell and a team of volunteers from the Rhode Island Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFWRI), Rhode Island National Guard, Providence College ROTC, and Bobby's Valentines 501(c)(3).

On February 12, 2024, VA Providence hosted a blood drive in partnership with the Rhode Island Blood Center. The event was a huge success, as staff, Veterans, and community members rolled up their sleeves and donated blood.

Employees of the Providence VA participated in an off-campus volunteer event after work on Thursday, December 14th.

On Friday, February 2nd, VA Providence hosted a Women’s Heart Health Awareness event in the Main Lobby, as part of the National Wear Red Day campaign.

On Thursday, February 1st, VA Providence had the honor of attending a Student Veteran Town Hall at the University of Rhode Island (URI).