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Congratulations, Dr. Adeboye! Dr. Adedayo Adeboye, Chief of Cardiology at VA Memphis, received the American Heart Association Bold Hearts Recognition Award at the centennial commemoration for his exceptional contributions to cardiovascular and stroke care in the Mid-South.

Attention Veterans! We hope to see you there.

Don't miss out on this Friday's event! Let's come together to pay tribute to our Vietnam Veterans and give them the welcome home they deserve. We look forward to seeing you all there!

March 31st marks Transgender Day of Visibility, a day to celebrate the strength and bravery of trans and non-binary individuals. On this day, we strive to amplify the voices and experiences of these communities and honor their resilience.

As we observe Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April, we want to extend our support to those who have been affected by Military Sexual Trauma (MST). If you're struggling, know that we are here to offer our assistance and help you get through this.

Last Saturday, staff from the Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center attended the 10th Annual Sista Strut Breast Cancer Walk at Tiger Lane. The annual event celebrates breast cancer survivors and promotes the importance of early detection.

We're thrilled to announce that the Memphis Fisher House is making great progress towards completion. The fixtures and finishes are being put together beautifully. We anticipate that the house will be ready to welcome guests in just a few months!

Free, 24/7, confidential support is a call away. The Veterans Crisis Line can help even if you’re not enrolled in VA benefits or health care.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Holocaust Remembrance Day service. We extend a special thank you to Gerald Walker from Creative Aging and Rabbi Abe Schacter-Gampel from the Memphis Jewish Community Center. Photography by Donald Mooney

Veteran Spotlight! Meet the Bradford twins, David and Donnie Bradford, Vietnam Veterans from Humboldt, TN. Their unwavering commitment to service and inseparable bond is truly inspiring. Learn about their story here: facebook.com/MemphisVAMC

Vickie's health and life underwent a gradual transformation with the support of the MOVE! team at VA Memphis. Read her story here: move.va.gov/MOVE/Stories/D… Questions about the MOVE! Program? Contact Casey Provo, MOVE! Program Coordinator, at (901) 523 - 8990 ext. 7974

Job Announcement Number: CBTG-12351445-24-PDB Job Title: Equal Employment Manager (Open Continuous), GS-0260-12 USAJOBS URL: usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDet… Open period: March 14, 2024-September 30, 2024 Join our team as an Equal Employment Manager at the Memphis VAMC, Memphis, TN.

VA Memphis was represented at the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival this year by Mrs. Denise Gardner and Mrs. Nancy Frideres. We're proud of both of you! Check them out in the ceremony's closing video. #CreativeArtsFestival #Arts4Vets @sports4vets facebook.com/Sports4Vets/vi…

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Thank you to everyone who participated and supported the Juneteenth celebration at the Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VAMC. Juneteenth serves as a powerful symbol of our country's true independence and a reminder of the importance of holding onto hope during difficult times.

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Celebrating Freedom! Juneteenth is considered our nation's second independence day. It is observed annually on June 19th to honor the end of slavery in the United States. Learn more about the importance of Juneteenth here: nmaahc.si.edu/explore/storie…