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Veterans Day, observed annually on November 11, is a federal holiday in the United States dedicated to honoring military Veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

The VA Western New York Healthcare System housed 158 Veterans experiencing homelessness in fiscal year 2024 which ended on September 30, 2024.

Since 1936, the last Sunday in September has been designated as Gold Star Mother’s Day to recognize and honor those who have lost a child while serving our country in the United States Armed Forces.

Fall is here and now is time to prepare for flu season by getting an influenza vaccine.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) continues to address the tragedy of suicide among Veterans and remains committed to helping find support before a crisis happens.

VA Western New York Healthcare System (VAWNYHS) hosted a POW/MIA Recognition Day ceremony Friday, September 20, to honor the service and sacrifice of Prisoner of War (POW), Former Prisoner of War (FPOW) and the more than 80,000 service members that remain unaccounted for.

National Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to recognize and celebrate the lasting contributions Hispanic and Latino Americans have given to our history, culture and military service.

Ending Veteran homelessness is a top priority of the Department of Veterans Affairs. On September 18, VA Western New York Healthcare System (VAWNYHS) staff were on hand for the annual Buffalo Stand Down to help Veterans at risk of homelessness or are currently homeless.

VA is committed to a culture where everyone is treated with civility, compassion, and respect. Everyone should feel welcome and safe when doing business with VA.

Every day, citizens in our community volunteer their time and talent to Veterans at the VA Western New York Healthcare System.