United States Department of Veterans Affairs

VA Boston Healthcare System

An American Indian Veteran shares his artwork with a woman

Black, blue and white banner stating that VA Boston is again one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts according to the Boston Globe survey

National Salute to Veteran Patients: Check out the Valentines for Veterans concert schedule

2013 National Veterans Creative Arts Festival

Local Veteran competition for fine arts, applied arts, craft kits and creative writing! Competition and show on Tu. Feb. 26, 2013 in Brockton. Submit entries by Mon. Feb. 18, 2013. Music, dance, and drama entries need a videotaping appointment. To submit, set up a video appointment or have questions answered, contact Holly at 774-826-1954. Come express yourself!

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Helping Homeless Female Vets

In the 1980’s women Veterans comprised approximately 5% of the armed forces, by 2009 they comprised about 15% of the armed forces, and the number continues to grow. Sadly, some women return from their tour of duty and find themselves homeless or at high risk for becoming homeless. Full Story

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Sweet Sixteen

In a team environment Veterans and family members learn to participate in winter sport activities regardless of their degree of disability. Full Story

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Valentines for Veterans

Time for Valentines! Every year, a group of entertainers and volunteers present the Salute to Veteran Patients program when we pay tribute to our hospitalized Veterans. And a chance for you to become involved as a volunteer. Full Story