Tomorrow! May 21st from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. while supplies last.

Transitioning from the military to civilian life can be disorienting without the camaraderie and structure you’re used to. Learning to recognize the signs of crisis in yourself can help you know when to find support.

VeteransCrisisLine.net/Signs-of-Crisis

For Veterans who want to improve their blood pressure. Group is a video call every other Tue., 10-11 a.m. Groups are 4 sessions and begin on 6/4 & 7/30. Info/register: Whole Health 612-725- 8194. Or ask care team to place a consult for Whole Health Blood Pressure Skills Group.

Mental Health Month - May 2024 Virtual Events Calendar
All Events with link to join: va.gov/minneapolis-he…

All virtual events are free. We welcome and encourage all Veterans and Veteran supporters (i.e. family/friends, caregivers, community partners, VA staff, etc.) to attend!

Veterans like Michael have regained their balance after military service through therapy and self-discovery. Learn more this Mental Health Month: MakeTheConnection.net/MHM

Allergy Awareness Week reminds us to be vigilant and supportive of those managing allergies. Learn about the top food allergens and helpful tips in this VA blog. #VANutrition
news.va.gov/88637/helping-…

Thank you to our speech pathologists whose invaluable work and dedicated service helps Veterans and service members thrive. 💬 Happy #NationalSpeechPathologistDay

According to the American Red Cross every blood donation can save up to 3 lives! Donation and altruism are built into the foundational values of nursing – so it shouldn’t surprise anyone that Minneapolis VA Health Care System nurses rolled up their sleeves to give the gift of blood – 46 units worth!

Women Veterans: Do you own a firearm? A simple cable gun lock is a small barrier that puts space between a person with thoughts of suicide and a firearm—and it can save your life. Request a free gun lock from your local suicide prevention coordinator: va.gov/minneapolis-he…

When you stop using tobacco, your health begins to improve almost immediately.

No matter your age or how long you’ve used tobacco, you’ll reap the benefits.

On World No Tobacco Day, learn more about treatment options to help you stop using tobacco: mentalhealth.va.gov/quit-tobacco/h…

Celebrating VA nurses-a partnership of Freedom Sings USA & 10 VA nurses, including Adam Herr, @vaminneapolis Director of Innovative Technologies, where professional song writers teamed w/ a VA nurse to help tell their story through song. Listen to Adam's: freedomsingsusa.org/veteran-spotli…

Military sexual trauma can affect people of any race, gender, or sexual orientation. VA offers free care and services to help survivors heal whenever they’re ready. 

Find support for your healing journey: MentalHealth.va.gov/MST

See you today!

🌼 Congratulations to the May DAISY Award® Honoree Leann Wroblewski RN, ICU.

'Leann treated us all, and especially my dad, with the utmost respect and compassion...Leann touched our hearts and will never be forgotten.'

Join us TODAY for a live cooking demo with Dream of Wild Health and the Indigenous Food Network! In person at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center and virtual us02web.zoom.us/j/83182236101 at 2:00 p.m. on May 15. All community members, Veterans, and interested parties are welcome.

Thank you to the VA police for the protection of our Veterans, staff and visitors who use our facilities. 🚓 #NationalPoliceWeek

Veterans were rewarded for their knowledge of signs of a stroke at the Stroke Casino in the atrium at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center. Stop by this week to test your knowledge!

It's Stroke Awareness Month, learn how to B.E. F.A.S.T. at: va.gov/minneapolis-he…

There is a BIG difference between respect and harassment around gender.

VA does not accept harassment of any kind, at any facility. For more information go to patientcare.va.gov/LGBT/

The secret's out! We kicked off our Annual Convention with big news - our 2025 #WheelchairGames are coming to Minneapolis, MN!

Save the date for the event, co-presented by PVA and VA's VA Sports & Arts. Minneapolis VA Health Care System will host: pva.org/news-and-media….

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