Richmond VA Medical Center

02/17/2026

Take a step toward getting support. Find su***de prevention tools and resources for yourself and other Veterans at MentalHealth.VA.gov/su***de_prevention.

02/16/2026

On Presidents’ Day, we reflect on the enduring connection between our nation’s leadership and the service of America’s Veterans.

At the Central Virginia VA Health Care System, that connection is lived out every day through compassionate care, innovation, and our unwavering commitment to those who served.

Today, and every day, we are honored to serve you.

02/16/2026

Retirement and aging can be challenging. For those Veterans who have difficulty adjusting, connecting with counseling and therapy can ease this transition.

Explore VA’s mental health resources for older Veterans: Mentalhealth.va.gov/older-veterans/index.asp

02/15/2026

Many Women Veterans live with MST in silence—pushing through nightmares, anxiety, or shame while feeling like no one will understand.

VA MST‑related services are designed to be trauma‑informed, confidential, and focused on your healing, not on “proving” your experience.

Join the MST-focused session at the She Served: Women Veterans Virtual Summit to learn what support looks like and what your options are—no storytelling required to attend.

Reserve your spot today: https://bit.ly/VASheServedMarch2026

02/14/2026

This Valentine’s Day don’t forget to give yourself some love by taking care of your heart health. Knowing and managing your risks can help protect against heart disease. VA can help.

https://www.womenshealth.va.gov/topics/heart-health.asp

02/13/2026

U.S. Marine Corps Private First Class James Anderson Jr., the first Black Marine awarded the Medal of Honor, stands as a powerful Black History Month reminder of courage, sacrifice, and progress. In Vietnam, he pulled an enemy gr***de to his chest and absorbed the blast, giving his life at age 20 to save the Marines beside him. Posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor on August 21, 1968, his legacy continues to inspire Marines, strengthen Black military history, and honor all who fight for freedom and equality.

02/12/2026

Today for Black History Month, we recognize the 369th Infantry Regiment, known as The Harlem Hellfighters. An African American unit in World War I renowned for their bravery, combat record, and cultural impact.

in 1919, the Harlem Hellfighters returned home. The 369th Infantry Regiment was a legendary U.S. Army unit in World War I, spending 191 days in combat, longer than any other American unit, without losing ground or having a Soldier captured.

Originally the 15th New York National Guard, they served under French command, earned 171 Croix de Guerre medals, and became the first Allied unit to reach the Rhine.

Nine Soldiers are shown in this photograph. Two of them, Leon Fraiter and Herbert Taylor, are buried at Long Island National Cemetery and Calverton National Cemetery.

Please pay tribute to Fraiter at https://www.vlm.cem.va.gov/LEONEFRAITER/24473EC and Taylor at https://www.vlm.cem.va.gov/HERBERTTAYLOR/FA6778E

02/12/2026

GI Bill® students: Prepare to verify your enrollment at the end of the month – it’s required! Verify via text, email, online or through Ask VA.

Contact the Education Call Center at 888-442-4551 to switch your verification method.

02/12/2026

***TODAY*** Thursday, Feb. 12, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Burgers and Hot Dogs at the Fredericksburg HCC for Veteran Patients!
Fredericksburg HCC is proud to partner with Fredericksburg Elks Lodge #875 to honor our nation’s heroes during National Salute to Veteran Patients Week.
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Join us for burgers and hot dogs as we say thank you to the Veterans we are privileged to serve. Meals will be provided for VA patients from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

02/11/2026

🎨 Rediscovering Purpose Through Art:

After decades of living as a self-described loner, Vietnam Veteran Robert GoVan found new meaning and connection through Central Virginia VA’s Whole Health program—guided by Health and Wellness Coach Sophie Brown.

What began as a small conversation about goals grew into a powerful journey of creativity, community, and self-expression.

🖋️ Written by: Natasha Mroczek, Clinical Health Psychologist, CVHCS
📸 Photos by: Amber Parker, Visual Information Specialist, CVHCS

Read Robert’s inspiring story on our website:
https://www.va.gov/richmond-health-care/stories/rediscovering-purpose-through-art-a-veterans-whole-health-journey/