VA Bedford Healthcare System

VA Bedford Healthcare System VA Bedford Healthcare System honors and serves Veterans from Middlesex and Essex counties, Mass. For eligibility questions, call 781-687-2000, ext. 2275.

Headquartered in Bedford, Mass., VA Bedford Healthcare System is a state-of-the-art medical center that provides a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services, including:

Primary Care
Mental Health Services
Homeless Veteran Services
Employment Assistance
Women's Health Services
Long Term Nursing Care
Dental
Hospice
Optometry
Select Specialty Services
Compensation and Pension exams

If you se

rved in the active military, naval or air service and are separated under any condition other than dishonorable, you may qualify for VA health care benefits. Current and former members of the Reserves or National Guard who were called to active duty (other than for training only) by a federal order and completed the full period for which they were called or ordered to active duty may be eligible for VA health care as well. To make an appointment, call 800-VETMED1 (800-838-6331), option 2.

Caregivers - join a six-week online workshop that offers a safe space to share challenges and celebrate accomplishments ...
07/22/2025

Caregivers - join a six-week online workshop that offers a safe space to share challenges and celebrate accomplishments with your peers. Learn more about the Building Better Caregivers program here: https://va.buildingbettercaregivers.org/

07/21/2025

Did You Know: If you’re a Veteran with a question about a non-life-threatening health concern, the VA Health Chat app can quickly connect you with a VA staff member. Want to learn more? Check out this video, and download the app today: mobile.va.gov/app/va-health-chat

Did you know menopause symptoms can begin in your 40s? This is called perimenopause, and it can hit harder for women Vet...
07/19/2025

Did you know menopause symptoms can begin in your 40s? This is called perimenopause, and it can hit harder for women Veterans. If you’re starting to see irregular periods, hot flashes or sleep changes, VA can help! https://www.womenshealth.va.gov/topics/menopause

Today's cooler temperatures have allowed our Team to reopen the gym. If you have any questions, feel to give them a call...
07/18/2025

Today's cooler temperatures have allowed our Team to reopen the gym.

If you have any questions, feel to give them a call 781-687-2118.

Attention Veteran caregivers. Don’t forget to take care of yourself too. Sign up for VA’s Building Better Caregivers pro...
07/17/2025

Attention Veteran caregivers. Don’t forget to take care of yourself too. Sign up for VA’s Building Better Caregivers program for tips and tools on finding that balance. https://va.buildingbettercaregivers.org/

If you witness or experience harassment at VA, report it. VA takes all reports seriously. Whether it’s a comment, stare ...
07/16/2025

If you witness or experience harassment at VA, report it. VA takes all reports seriously. Whether it’s a comment, stare or worse, you can report it to:
- VA Police or security
- Any VA staff member
- Your provider
- A patient advocate
- A Women Veterans Program Manager
- The Women Veterans Call Center at 855-829-6636
- VA customer service 800-698-2411 (option 9).
You don’t need all the details, and you can report anonymously. We will listen.
https://www.va.gov/report-harassment/

07/15/2025

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for much of southern New England that extends to 7pm Friday, July 18th. As a result, we have closed the gym and anticipate reopening Friday morning. If you have questions call 781-687-2118.
Stay cool and stay safe!

Navy Veteran Julie Dougherty found that a daily mindfulness practice reduced her stress level. As she describes in this ...
07/14/2025

Navy Veteran Julie Dougherty found that a daily mindfulness practice reduced her stress level. As she describes in this video, she used the power of her mind to improve her mood, which improved her relationships with family members and helped her Live Whole Health. https://youtu.be/zjV58YXox34

Menopausal or post-menopausal? It’s not too late to get moving! Regular exercise helps manage weight, ease mood swings a...
07/13/2025

Menopausal or post-menopausal? It’s not too late to get moving! Regular exercise helps manage weight, ease mood swings and strengthen bones when heart and bone health matter most. Get moving with VA. 💪 https://www.move.va.gov/

Eating well during menopause can ease symptoms and keep your body healthy. VA offers nutrition counseling, healthy cooki...
07/12/2025

Eating well during menopause can ease symptoms and keep your body healthy. VA offers nutrition counseling, healthy cooking classes and more to help you make informed, personalized choices. Visit https://www.nutrition.va.gov 🥗

Address

Bedford, MA

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17816874988

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About Us

VA Bedford Healthcare System is a state-of-the-art medical center with the main hospital located in Bedford, Mass., that provides a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services, including:


  • Primary Care

  • Mental Health Services

  • Homeless Veteran Services