VA Palo Alto Health Care System

03/09/2026

📣 Attention South Bay Veterans!

VA Palo Alto is hosting a Veteran Secure Sign-In Support Day at the San Jose Clinic on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, from 9 AM to 3 PM, located in Conference Room 201/202 on the 2nd floor.

Your VA.gov account is essential for accessing your VA benefits and services. Whether you’re creating your secure sign-in for the first time or updating your existing information, staff will be on-site to help guide you.

Please bring two documents for identity verification, such as a valid ID, Social Security card, DD-214, Veterans VA Card, or W-2.

See more event listings on our Facebook events page.

03/09/2026

03/08/2026

This World Kidney Day, we invite Bay Area Veterans to stop by the Palo Alto Division to learn more about kidney health and how to protect it. 💙🩺

Visit our table in the lobby on Thursday, March 12, 2026, between 10 AM – 2 PM to chat with staff, pick up educational materials, and take a step toward better wellness.

📍 Palo Alto VA Medical Center
3801 Miranda Avenue, Lobby

Your health matters, take a moment to check in and learn something new.

👉 Stop by and bring a fellow Veteran along!

03/08/2026

Happy International Women’s Day 🌍!

As we celebrate Women’s History Month 📚, we honor the incredible women of the 6888th Central Postal Battalion ✉️ 824 enlisted and 31 commissioned Black women who cleared a massive WWII mail backlog and restored connection for U.S. service members.

Their dedication and resilience continue to inspire us today. 💜

Watch their story: https://youtu.be/7WqY_PLZcfQ?si=GDafrE2n2u-xADEG 🎥

03/07/2026

Bay Area Veterans and families, get ready for a fun, family friendly day at VA Palo Alto! 🚗🎉

The Loma Prieta Porsche Club of America is returning on Saturday, March 28, 2026, with a lineup of amazing vehicles and helpful onsite resources for Veterans.

Enjoy:
✨ Enrollment and services booth
✨ Santa Clara County Veterans Services Office assisting with claims
✨ Snacks and drinks for all

📍 Palo Alto VA Medical Center
Parking Lot 100 North
⏰ 10 AM – 1 PM

Bring your family, meet fellow Veterans, explore local resources, and enjoy some incredible cars.

👉 Mark your calendar and share this with another Veteran in the community!

03/06/2026

🌱 March is National Nutrition Month and National Social Work Month! 🌱

This month, our VA Registered Dietitians and Social Workers are teaming up to support your whole‑health journey, combining nutrition expertise and supportive resources to help you thrive.

Throughout March, join us to learn how informed food choices, healthy habits, and strong support systems can boost your energy, protect kidney health, and reduce the risk of chronic disease.

🤝 As we celebrate both Nutrition and Social Work Month, our teams will be on-site together to connect you with tools, programs, and guidance that strengthen your overall well‑being.

📅 Special Events and Healthy Teaching Kitchen (HTK) Classes:
• 📍 Livermore Division March 12
• 📍 San Jose Clinic March 17
• 📍 Palo Alto Division March 19
• 📍 M.G. Gourley Clinic March 25

✨ For full event times and details, visit:
➡️ Facebook Events Page: https://www.va.gov/palo-alto-health-care/events/
or
➡️ VA Palo Alto Health Care System website: https://www.facebook.com/vapahcs/events

🍽️ Food, support, and community , all month long.

03/06/2026

03/05/2026

Yesterday I told the American Legion- it’s a new day at VA. We’re slashing wait times and making it easier for our women Veterans to get the care they need. The mission is simple - Veterans First. Always.

03/05/2026

🔔 Reminder for Monterey Bay Veterans!

VA Palo Alto will be at the M.G. Gourley VA-DoD Clinic tomorrow, March 5, from 10 AM to 2 PM in the canteen area for a Veteran Secure Sign-In Support Day.

If you need help creating or updating your VA.gov secure sign-in, stop by with two forms of documentation. Staff will be ready to support you throughout the process.

Visit our Facebook events page to stay updated on future events.

03/04/2026

Happy National Registered Dental Assistant Week! 🎉🦷

Big shout‑out to our outstanding RDAs at VA Palo Alto! 🦷💙Thank you for providing exceptional care to the Veterans who have served our nation. 🇺🇸

Join us in showing them some appreciation below! ❤️👏

03/04/2026

GI Bill® students: Did you verify your enrollment for February?

All VA education beneficiaries, including Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (Chapter 35) students, must verify their enrollment at the end of each month to receive benefit payments.

Learn more by visiting VA’s Verify School Enrollment webpage at https://www.va.gov/education/verify-school-enrollment/.

03/04/2026

📣 Important Notice for Veterans in the Monterey Bay Community!

VA Palo Alto is hosting a Veteran Secure Sign-In Support Day at the M.G. Gourley VA-DoD Clinic on Thursday, March 5th, 2026, from 10 AM to 2 PM in the canteen area.

Your VA.gov account is your gateway to accessing VA benefits and services online. Whether you're creating a secure sign-in for the first time or updating your existing account, staff will be available to help you on-site.

To verify your identity, please bring two documents such as a valid, unexpired ID, Social Security card, DD-214, Veterans VA Card, or W-2.

✔️ Get questions answered
✔️ Receive one-on-one support
✔️ Make sure your information is protected and current

Stay connected—visit our Facebook events page for upcoming dates and locations.