Wilmington VA Medical Center

02/27/2026

Ready to make 2026 your healthiest year? Start by setting realistic goals and focusing on one healthy change at a time. VA dietitians can help you you get started. https://www.nutrition.va.gov/NUTRITION/Get_Help_from_a_Dietitian.asp

02/27/2026

As a Veteran, your military service may have exposed you to unique factors that can increase your risk of heart disease.
In addition to traditional risk factors such as high blood pressure and diabetes, mental health concerns such as PTSD and depression can contribute to your risk.
The Million Veteran Program is studying ways to improve treatments for heart disease.
You can make a difference by joining MVP today. www.mvp.va.gov

02/27/2026

02/23/2026

Emergency shelters remain open for residents who are without power, displaced, or in unsafe living conditions.
Warming Centers: NJ: https://nj211.org/njcodeblue
Warming Centers DE: Shelters are operating at Dover High School, 1 Dover High Drive in Dover, and Sussex Central Middle School, 26026 Patriots Way in Georgetown. Both facilities are staffed and pet-friendly. Residents who need shelter are advised to bring medications and personal hygiene items. Those bringing pets should also bring pet food, medications, a leash, and vaccination records. Shelters will remain open until further notice. Call 211 for assistance.

02/23/2026

Not enrolled in VA health care but looking for mental health support?

Find confidential counseling and peer support at a local Vet Center near you: Mentalhealth.va.gov/get-help/local-care.asp

02/23/2026

UPDATE: Wilmington VA Medical Center VA Clinics in Delaware and southern New Jersey (Sussex, Kent, Cape May, Cumberland & Atlantic County) will be closed today, Monday, Feb 23rd due to inclement weather. All services at the Wilmington VA Medical Center itself will be normal operating hours. Use My Healthevet or call 800-461-8262 to confirm, schedule or convert to a telehealth appointment. Please limit going outdoors and give yourself extra time if you have to travel. https://www.va.gov/wilmington-health-care/news-releases/wilmington-va-medical-center-will-have-normal-operating-hours-but-their-va-clinics-will-be-closed-on-feb-23rd/

02/22/2026

Due to current weather conditions Wilmington VA Medical Center’s VA Clinics in Delaware and southern New Jersey (Sussex, Kent, Cape May, Cumberland & Atlantic County) will operate on a 4-hour delay on Monday, Feb 23rd opening at 12:00pm. All services at the Wilmington VA Medical Center itself will be normal operating hours. Use My Healthevet or call 800-461-8262 to confirm, schedule or convert to a telehealth appointment. Please limit going outdoors and give yourself extra time if you have to travel. https://www.va.gov/wilmington-health-care/news-releases/inclimate-weather-delay/

02/22/2026

With the upcoming winter storm please limit travel, stay indoors and don't leave pets outdoors. Consider converting any upcoming health care appointments to a telehealth appointment through your My Healthevet account or call 800-461-8262.

State Emergency links:
Delaware Emergency Management Agency: https://www.dema.delaware.gov/
New Jersey Office of Emergency Management: https://njsp.njoag.gov/njoem/plan-prepare/weather-natural-hazards/winter/

02/21/2026

Individuals from the Wilmington VA (WVA), Vet Center and Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) were recognized on Feb. 19th for their outreach efforts in Delaware by the Sussex County Vietnam Veterans of America. (L-R) Delaware Veterans Affairs Secretary Karen Berry, WVA Patient Experience Officer Mark Taylor, WVA Public Affairs Officer Valerie Harwood, WVA Interim Director Thandiwe Nelson-Brooks, Vet Center Outreach Specialists John Richter and Freddie Allen and WVA Eligibility Specialist Antonio Hall. Also recognized but not present were WVA Outreach Specialist Patrick Devlin and VBA Regional Supervisor Suzzette Moore.

02/20/2026

Looking for an app to help you meet your health goals? VA’s MOVE Coach app can help you manage your weight and improve your nutrition. VA dietitians can share more. https://mobile.va.gov/app/move-coach

02/20/2026

Wilmington VA Medical Center hosted a Veteran Town Hall and Claims Clinic on Feb 19, 2026. Approxiamtely 80 Veterans, their families and community members attended to hear updates and ask questions to Wilmington VA leadership. Resources provided included, claims, VA health care enrollment, su***de prevention, whole health, patient advocacy and Vet Center behavioral health.
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02/19/2026

Need to speak to a claims rep, enroll in VA health care or hear from VA leadership? Stop by our Veterans Town Hall in Millsboro.