VA Tennessee Valley Health Care System

Wondering what to expect at this year’s Veterans Day Parade? Take a look at last year’s celebration! 🎶 Live music 🚗 Antique cars 🐴 Horses 🤝Veteran organizations and more Join us Nov. 7 at the Alvin C. York VA Medical Center. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs. Learn more: va.gov/tennessee-valley-heal…

You deserve safety, respect, and support in your relationships. 💜 If you’re experiencing abuse from a current or former partner, help is available. VA’s Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program can connect you with support and resources. You can also contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 📞 Call 800-799-7233 📱 Text START to 88788 💻 Visit thehotline.org/ Learn more: va.gov/tennessee-valley-heal…

27,000 local Veterans have already visited VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System to join the Million Veteran Program, a national research program looking at how genes, lifestyle, military experiences, and exposures affect health and wellness in Veterans. Will you be next? You can make a difference for Veterans everywhere. Learn more or sign up today at mvp.va.gov.

Safety fair is TOMORROW! Can’t make it to see the fire extinguisher training in person? Here are a few fire safety tips to keep in mind. But if you can make it, come see the training for yourself and learn more about fire safety, emergency preparedness and other important safety topics. 📅 Tomorrow, Oct. 28, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. 📍 Alvin C. York Medical Center Quad Plus, more than 15 TVHS teams and community organizations will be on hand, along with local food trucks. Learn more: preview-prod.cms.va.gov/tenn…

Women Veterans: You don’t have to navigate grief alone. VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System Chaplain Service’s Holiday Women’s Grief Groups begin this week. Join a supportive space to share feelings and experiences with others on their grief journeys. 📍In person at the Alvin C. York VA Medical Center Women’s Clinic, Building 106, or the Nashville Chaplain’s Office, or join virtually. 📅Wednesdays, Oct. 28–Dec. 16, or Thursdays, Oct. 29–Dec. 17. Call 615-693-4628 or email [email protected] to sign up. Learn more at the link: va.gov/tennessee-valley-heal…

Breast health care continues after your mammogram. At TVHS, a breast cancer care coordinator reviews screening results, helps arrange additional testing and connects Veterans with follow-up services when needed. Our partnership with CHI Memorial’s MaryEllen Locher Breast Center also brings mobile mammography to the Chattanooga VA Clinic, helping Veterans access screenings closer to home. Ask your primary care team about scheduling opportunities. Learn more: va.gov/tennessee-valley-heal…

Grief can be difficult to navigate, but you don’t have to face it alone. VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System Chaplain Service offers Holiday Women’s Grief Groups for all women Veterans to share their experiences and find support in a safe space. Groups begin Oct. 28 and you can join at any time. Groups are available virtually or in person. For more information or to sign up, call 615-693-4628 or email [email protected]. Visit the link for more information: va.gov/tennessee-valley-heal…

Veterans can get a flu shot during primary or specialty care appointments or stop by a walk-in clinic, no appointment needed! Nashville VA Medical Center: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–3 p.m., skybridge lobby Alvin C. York VA Medical Center: Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., UCC lobby Veterans can walk in for their flu shots during regular hours at all VA outpatient clinics. You don't need an appointment and don’t have to be enrolled at that specific site. Learn more about VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System flu shots at va.gov/tennessee-valley-heal…

Everyone deserves to feel safe and respected in their relationships. Abuse can include physical harm, threats, emotional abuse, sexual violence or controlling behaviors. VA’s Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program supports Veterans and their partners affected by domestic or intimate partner violence. Ask your VA health care team about available support or talk to our Intimate Partner Violence Awareness Program experts. Learn more: va.gov/tennessee-valley-heal…

Come celebrate our Veterans! The VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System Veterans Day Parade is Nov. 7 at the Alvin C. York VA Medical Center. 🎶 Activities begin at 10 a.m. 🎉 Parade begins at 11 a.m. Bring your family, friends and a lawn chair. We’ll see you there! Learn more: va.gov/tennessee-valley-heal…

VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System Chaplain Service offers Women’s Grief Groups to provide a safe, supportive space to share experiences and navigate grief during the holiday season. Choose a weekly session: Wednesdays, Oct. 28–Dec. 16 ➡️10–11:30 a.m. CT ➡️1:30–2:30 p.m. CT Thursdays, Oct. 29–Dec. 17 ➡️5:30–7 p.m. CT Wednesday sessions are available virtually or in person at the Alvin C. York VA Medical Center Women’s Clinic, Building 106, or the Nashville Chaplain’s Office. Thursday sessions are virtual only. To learn more or sign up, call 615-693-4628 or email [email protected]. Click the link to learn more: va.gov/tennessee-valley-heal…

Wondering what to expect at this year’s Safety Fair? 👀 Take a sneak peek at last year’s event in this video, then join us Oct. 28 for an afternoon of safety education, hands-on activities and more. 📅 Oct. 28, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. 📍 Alvin C. York Medical Center Quad Learn more: va.gov/tennessee-valley-heal…

Have you never had a mammogram, or don’t have one scheduled yet? Visit our breast cancer awareness booths at the Nashville or Alvin C. York VA Medical Centers Oct. 23, 8 – 11 a.m. CT, to arrange a walk-in screening. Already scheduled? Keep your existing appointment. Learn more here: va.gov/tennessee-valley-heal…

More than 100 Veterans gathered on Sept. 10 at VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System’s (TVHS) first Recreation Therapy Field Day, where Veterans could try new activities, connect with others and learn more about services available through recreation therapy. Want to learn more about national adaptive sports events and how to get involved with recreation therapy at TVHS? Visit: va.gov/tennessee-valley-heal…

Don’t forget! Our annual Veteran Fall Festival is Friday, Oct. 16, at the Alvin C. York VA Medical Center! Veterans and their families are invited to connect with VA resources and services, meet community partners and local Veteran organizations, and enjoy live music, activities, and more throughout the event. Learn more: va.gov/tennessee-valley-heal…

What’s happening at the VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System Veterans Day Parade? 🎶 Live music 🚗 Antique cars 🐴 Horses 🏫 Local schools 👉 Veteran organizations 🌭 Local food vendors 🤝 Veteran resources 🎨 Activities for children Join us Nov. 7, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., at the Alvin C. York VA Medical Center! Learn more: va.gov/tennessee-valley-heal…

Safety takes a team. 👏 From fire safety and emergency preparedness to transportation, weather and more, the Safety Fair connects attendees with resources they can use beyond the event. Join us Oct. 28 and see what this year’s participating organizations have to offer. 📅 Oct. 28 ⏰ 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 📍 Alvin C. York VA Medical Center Quad Learn more: va.gov/tennessee-valley-heal…

Stop by and engage with our Women’s Health team Friday, Oct. 23 from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. CT to learn about breast cancer warning signs, mammograms, and women’s health resources. 💗 Alvin C. York VA Urgent Care Lobby 💗 Chattanooga VA Main Lobby 💗 Clarksville VA Main Lobby 💗 Nashville VA Main Lobby Walk-in mammograms are available for eligible patients at the Nashville and Alvin C. York VA Medical Centers from 8 – 11 a.m. Learn more here: va.gov/tennessee-valley-heal…

Wear purple with us tomorrow in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month 💜 TVHS encourages Veterans, their families, and community members to wear purple to show support for survivors and raise awareness of domestic violence. Let your purple start a conversation about respect, safety and healthy relationships. Together, we can help people feel supported and know where to turn for help. To learn more about available resources, visit our domestic violence awareness informational booths this month or visit our VA Intimate Partner Violence Awareness Program site: va.gov/tennessee-valley-heal…

Turning 65? VA healthcare, Medicare, and TRICARE For Life (TFL) can work together. The right mix depends on your individual needs. Learn more: va.gov/resources/veterans-tu…