Phoenix VA Health Care System

12/16/2025

12/16/2025

Looking for some fresh fruits and vegetables you can use to make those holiday parties even more special? Then join us at the Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center on Dec. 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. We will be giving away 700 bags of fruits and vegetables.

12/15/2025

Phoenix VA outreach teams connected with more than 100 Veterans at the American Legion Post 35 - Mathew B Juan Annual Veteran Stand Down in Chandler, Arizona Saturday Dec. 13, 2025.

Teams from Community Care, Virtual Health Resource Center, Su***de Prevention, Eligibility & Enrollment, Veterans Justice Program, Toxic Exposure Screening, and Health Promotion Disease Prevention provided on-site health screenings, vaccinations, and resources—meeting Veterans right where they are.

Thank you to American Legion Post 35 and our community partners for helping us bring care directly to Veterans.

To see more photos from the event please visit https://www.flickr.com/photos/pvahcs/albums/72177720330905743

12/13/2025

🎄🎅 Holiday Spirit Week at the Phoenix VA🎄🎅

We’ve had so much fun celebrating the holidays this week with a different theme each day — and of course we had to take pictures to share the holiday cheer!

Monday: Festive Holiday Attire
Tuesday: Decorating your Work Area
Wednesday: Holiday Hats, Socks, and Ties
Thursday: Ugly Holiday Sweaters
Friday: Green and Red

12/12/2025

The Department of Arizona American Legion Auxiliary donated $4,500 worth of items to the Phoenix VA.

Items included companion pets, bracelets, candles, books, and various other items to help with PTSD and mental health.

Thank you for caring for our Veterans!

12/12/2025

A holiday thank you to the staff at the Phoenix VA for taking care of our nations heroes!

12/12/2025

Quit To***co This Holiday Season — Start Fresh in the New Year!

Holidays are a great time to reflect, celebrate, and take care of your health. If you're thinking about quitting to***co, Phoenix VA is here to support you every step of the way.

We offer group coaching options to fit your needs:
Orientation (30 min): Learn how VA can help you quit.

Prepare to Quit (2 sessions): Join a supportive group and get expert tips. A pharmacist is available to help with medications and answer questions.

Ready to Quit (4 sessions): Build your personalized quit plan with fellow Veterans. A VA clinician and pharmacist will support you throughout your journey.

Make this season the start of something great!

Get started: Ask your primary care team for a referral or call 602-277-5551 ext. 5272.

12/11/2025

Are you a pregnant Veteran? Did you know that the VA offers Maternity Care Coordination?

VA Maternity Care Coordinators provide support, guidance and assistance throughout your pregnancy, delivery and postpartum journey, including guidance around lactation and birth control.

Your VA health benefits package includes prenatal care through an authorized
Community Care consult, and joining the maternity care program which includes:
• Outpatient evaluation and treatment
• Pregnancy options counseling
• Follow-up visits with an obstetrician (OB) for 8 weeks postpartum, including
postpartum contraception
• Maternity care coordination thru 1 year postpartum
• Newborn coverage (Day of birth + 7 consecutive days post-birth)
* Lactation Services
* Classes: Breastfeeding, childbirth, and infant care.
Get a community care consult by speaking with your Primary Care Provider and
notifying the maternity care coordinator when you first learn you are pregnant!

Call the Maternity Care Coordinators at: 602-277-5551 Ext. 2847, Ext. 2710, or Ext. 3169.

12/11/2025

Did you know that Veterans are eligible for VA burial benefits? These include burial in a VA national cemetery, a government-furnished headstone or marker, a burial flag, and perpetual gravesite care at no cost.
Learn more about VA benefits and eligibility:
https://www.cem.va.gov/veterans-and-families

12/10/2025

The Phoenix VA now offers the 2025–2026 COVID-19 vaccine. Veterans can receive the vaccine at any Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC). Appointment for vaccination is recommended however not required.

Your health is our priority. Staying up to date on recommended vaccines such as those for COVID-19, RSV, and pneumonia can help protect your lungs and prevent serious illness.

Talk to your primary care team to learn which vaccines are right for you.