VA Central California Health Care System

VA honors caregivers of Veterans throughout November. Read more. https://bit.ly/3pbicaO

New report highlights VA’s role in IT innovation, key to successful coronavirus pandemic response. Read more. https://bit.ly/2IaJMUW

Please join VA Central California Health Care System (VACCHCS) and the Central California Blood Center, on Monday November 9, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at VACCHCS, 2615 E. Clinton Avenue, Fresno, CA 93703. Donating blood is the responsibility of the community. Blood donors help patients of all ages, including; accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those battling cancer every day. #donateblood

VA partnership helps secure permanent housing for more than 4,000 formerly homeless Veterans. Read more. https://bit.ly/2TYq2WK #EndVeteranHomelessness

VA, Duke University and Baylor College of Medicine launch partnership to enhance breast cancer treatment for Veterans. Read more. https://bit.ly/3ep9AZ7

#VAFresno Womens Health Clinic would like to remind you ... Protect yourself and your family! There are many different ways to get your flu shots this year. Enrolled Veterans may receive their flu shot through scheduled visits in Primary Care or Specialty Care, through the Drive Through Flu Clinic by appointment (559-228-6913), or through VA's community partners, pharmacies, or urgent care facilities. To find a participating location, follow the link https://www.va.gov/find-locations/ enter your zip code, facility type and choose from the options listed. #WomenVets

Veterans Crisis Line 'remarkably successful' at handling increase in calls at start of pandemic

VA guarantees more than 1 million home loans in record year. Read more. https://bit.ly/37XNvjj

VA began using its new electronic health record system Oct. 24 at select VA facilities in the Pacific Northwest and Las Vegas, marking the beginning of a transformation in how VA delivers care to Veterans. Read more. https://bit.ly/2G6jWjP

VA reaches milestone, completing nearly half of Blue Water Navy disability claims received since beginning of year. Read more. https://bit.ly/31HSdO7

Stand Up to Stop Harassment Now! Join #VAFresno on Wednesday, October 28, 2020, from 8 -11 a.m. for a Declaration Pledge Card Signing in the Pharmacy Alcove, First Floor, Main Building. VA Central California Health Care System is committed to a harassment-free healthcare environment for everyone and will not tolerate harassment of any kind. What some may consider harmless fun can be considered hurtful or even illegal. Everyone can play a role in promoting and maintaining a healthcare system free of harassment. When in doubt, err on the side of treating others with Civility, Dignity, and Respect.

Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert Wilkie say that nursing home care for veterans has been exceptionally good because the agency began preparing months before a pandemic was declared.

*Community resources have been announced due to Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) which may impact Veterans residing in Mariposa and the surrounding areas. The outages may be in effect through the morning hours of Wednesday, October 28, affecting an estimated 21,986 customers. COMMUNITY RESOURCES:... Yosemite High School - Hours 1500-2200 50200 High School Rd, Oakhurst, Madera, 93644 Snacks and water Air-conditioning/heating Device charging Ice ADA-accessible restroom and washing station Seating Small medical device charging Wi-Fi Coarsegold Elementary School - Hours 1500-2200 45426 Rd 415, Coarsegold, Madera, 93614 Snacks and water Air-conditioning/heating Device charging Ice ADA-accessible restroom and washing station Seating Small medical device charging Wi-Fi North Fork Elementary School - Hours 1500-2200 33087 Rd 228, North Fork, Madera, 93643 Snacks and water Air-conditioning/heating Device charging Ice ADA-accessible restroom and washing station Seating Small medical device charging Wi-Fi Auberry Community Church - Hours 1500-2200 33896 Powerhouse Rd, Auberry, Fresno, 93602 Snacks and water Device charging ADA-accessible restroom and washing station Small medical device charging Wi-Fi Sierra Oaks Senior Center - Hours 1500-2000 33276 Lodge Rd, Tollhouse, Fresno, 93667 Snacks and water Air-conditioning/heating Device charging Ice ADA-accessible restroom and washing station Seating Small medical device charging Wi-Fi For help with health questions or medications, feel free to contact your VA care team by calling 1-888-826-2838 or send a secure message on MyHealtheVet (https://bddy.me/31jLMAO). If you are a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, please call the Veterans Crisis Line at (800) 273-8255 and press 1; or text 838255. *The preceding information is shared as a courtesy for communities affected by PSPS'. VACCHCS is not affiliated with any of the aforementioned organizations, and is not responsible for the accuracy of services offered by the above mentioned entities.