Amarillo VA Health Care System

01/12/2026

The VetChange app offers tools to support healthier drinking habits on your terms. Track alcohol use, monitor water intake, and use in-app strategies to manage urges when they arise. https://mobile.va.gov/app/vetchange

01/09/2026

Our next blood drive will be on February 20!

Our community’s blood supply is dangerously low, and patients are counting on donors to step up.

We need everyone, regardless of blood type, to come donate.

O-type blood is especially needed because it is the most used in trauma and emergency care.

Please schedule your appointment today. https://bit.ly/4rcI5Hl

01/09/2026

It’s time to Defy Your Limits and get ready for the online registration for the 2026 National Veterans Golden Age Games!

Registration for the VISUALLY IMPAIRED AND WHEELCHAIR DIVISIONS will open at 10 a.m. ET on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Veterans will log in to the Registration4Vets platform to register.

Registration for the AMBULATORY DIVISION will open at 2 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 29. Veterans will log in to the Registration4Vets platform to register.

Get registration ready at https://department.va.gov/veteran-sports/national-veterans-golden-age-games/

01/08/2026

We’ve now reduced the backlog of Veterans waiting for U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs benefits by 60% since the start of the second Trump Administration!

01/07/2026

Your story and experiences can shape Veteran health care.

Million Veteran Program (MVP) participants may complete the new Military Experiences and Toxic Exposures Survey in your online participant dashboard.

Survey responses help researchers better understand how your deployments, occupations, and exposure to toxic or hazardous substances may impact Veteran health and inform improvements in care.

Not yet part of MVP? Join today. www.mvp.va.gov.

01/07/2026

This Thursday, January 8th, Veterans that meet low income status can meet with legal aid lawyers at our Legal Aid Clinic in the KOLLMAR CONFERENCE ROOM in BUILDING 28, ROOM 2220.

Starts at 9 AM. Pre-registration is preferred by calling 806-355-9703 extension 7928.

All Civil (Non– Criminal) Legal Issues:
- Landlord / Tenant Issues
- Driver’s License Reinstatement
- Family Law (Divorce, Probate, Wills, etc.)
- Advance Directives for family members
- Financial/Medical Powers of Attorneys
- Federal Tax/ Public Debt Issues
- Organ/Tissue Donors
- Civil Suits

**Must qualify for low income status**

01/06/2026

01/05/2026

01/05/2026

AVAHCS is hosting its Annual Patio of Honor Memorial Bricklaying Ceremony on May 21, 2026. If you would like to purchase a brick in memory of your Veteran loved one to place in our Patio of Honor, please email our CDCE Service at AmarilloVoluntaryService@va.gov or call 806-354-7811. The cost of each brick is $60 and the deadline to purchase a brick is March 20!

01/05/2026

Our beloved horse, Freedom, is headed to the farrier—at least in spirit! 🎨 Just like a real horse getting re-shod, Freedom is getting a fresh coat of paint to look strong, proud and ready to stand tall for years to come.

Thank you for your patience while Freedom gets polished up—same noble stance, newly shined “horseshoes.” 🐴💫

We can’t wait to welcome Freedom back, looking better than ever!

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from AVAHCS! Thank you for another wonderful year. We look forward to continuing to serve you in 2026!