Celebrating Veterans Health Administration's 80th Anniversary and America's 250th Birthday

For 80 years, the Veterans Health Administration has delivered on America’s promise by helping Veterans build resilience and thrive. Today, expanding programs like adaptive sports and creative arts are taking that commitment even further. Learn more about VA’s adaptive sports and creative arts and how to get involved. https://department.va.gov/veteran-sports/ 

To honor VA’s commitment to commemorating VHA’s 80th Anniversary and America’s 250th Birthday the Wilmington VA is sharing video's created by Hillsdale College and the White House in celebration of America: Celebrating the Triumph of the American Spirit

Delaware State Fair: VA Resource Table and VHA 80th Anniversary in Honor of Freedom 250 Wilmington VA will host a resource table inside the Delaware Building from July 23 through August 1, noon to 8:00 p.m. As our nation commemorates 250 years, we invite fairgoers to stop by and learn about VA programs and services. On July 29, during the Armed Forces Day Parade, we’ll proudly celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the Veterans Health Administration serving Veterans.

Veterans and Family Appreciation Day Claims Clinic and Veteran Resource Event

Join us on August 11 at the Air Mobility Command Museum where Veterans and surviving spouses can file a claim or enroll in VA health care while their families explore the museum’s exhibits. This special event is hosted by the Veterans Benefits Administration in partnership with the Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs and the Veterans Health Administration.

Dover Delaware Stand Down

VA and Community Support providers offer Veterans and families service focused on recovery, wellness and stability through substance treatment and mental health services. 

Join Us In Person: July Veteran Information Sessions Near You

Veterans are invited to join the Wilmington VA Medical Center and its community clinics for our monthly Veterans Outreach Information Sessions. These events provide helpful guidance on VA enrollment, eligibility, available services, and navigating the VA system. Veterans, families, and caregivers will also have time for questions and answers.

The Wilmington VA is looking for Wall of Honor nominations to recognize a deceased Veteran who made a significant contribution in their community or during their military service.

Learn who is eligible and how to nominate a Veteran here. 

Music and Mindfulness Group. To join, Veterans can contact their Primary Care Provider for a consult. For questions contact courtney.elwood@va.gov or call 302-577-9215.

VA Health Chat  VA Health and Benefits App  Enroll in VA Healthcare

VA Partners with Delaware's Congressional Delegation for Veterans Resource Fair

From left to right is Wilmington VA Director Thandiwe Nelson-Brooks, Representative Sarah McBride, Sen. Lisa Blunt-Rochestor, Sen. Chris Coons and DE State Veterans Affairs Secretary Karen Berry.

Delaware's Congressional Delegation hosted a Veterans Resource Fair on Monday, June 22 at the DelOne Conference Center at DelTech in Dover. This event offered Veterans and their families the opportunity to access a range of services, resources, and information from federal and state agencies, as well as veterans service organizations.

Vietnam Navy Veteran Credits Wilmington VA Medical Center With Life-Saving Cancer Discovery

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month

June is a time to increase understanding of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and connect Veterans to effective care and support. The National Center for PTSD leads VA’s efforts to promote hope, encourage treatment, and teach the public about PTSD, its signs, symptoms, and proven therapies. Learn more here.

PTSD can happen to anyone. Veterans from all walks of life share their stories of PTSD, treatment, and recovery on VA PTSD’s AboutFace. Visit the site to watch their stories here.  

June's Nutrition and Food Services Messages

VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP) VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP) helps researchers study how genes affect health, leading to discoveries that can save lives and improve care. MVP research focuses on areas such as mental health, cancer, tinnitus, and military exposures—and you can help. Join today at www.mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075.

Patient Experiences Matter!

Scan the QR Code to submit your experience or email vhawimdirector@va.gov

Wilmington VA loves to hear about your experiences at our medical center or at any of our VA Clinics in Dover or Georgetown, Delaware or in Linwood, Rio Grande, or Vineland New Jersey.  Share your patient experience with us!

If you’re a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, contact the Veterans Crisis Line to receive 24/7 confidential support. You don't have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to connect. To reach responders, Dial 988 then Press 1, chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, or text 838255.