VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System

02/26/2026

We're proud to share an article from the University of Michigan’s Interprofessional Practice & Education Office highlighting the exceptional teamwork and Veteran-centered Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) model here at VA Ann Arbor.

Through collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to our Veterans, we continue to advance the highest standards of care.

Read more here: https://interprofessional.umich.edu/news-events/news/team-based-care-at-the-ann-arbor-va/

02/26/2026

Attention Veterans, family members, caregivers, and community members – all are welcome!

Join us for VA S.A.V.E. Training, a free and brief course that can help empower you to make a difference when it matters most. This training will teach you how to act with care, compassion, and confidence if you encounter a Veteran in crisis or experiencing thoughts of su***de.

📅 Thursday March 5, 2026
🕰️ 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. ET
📍Online via Teams: https://ow.ly/J7Hc50XTuIo

You’ll learn to recognize the warning signs and respond using the S.A.V.E. steps:

🔹Signs – Know the warning signs of su***de
🔹Ask – Ask the right questions
🔹Validate – Show understanding and compassion
🔹Encourage & Expedite – Help connect them to the support they need

Whether you’re a Veteran, family member, caregiver, or community member, you’ll leave equipped to support someone in crisis and guide them toward help.

This training is led by certified VA su***de prevention professionals and fosters understanding, compassion, and action.

Unable to make this session? No worries, VA S.A.V.E. Training will be held on the 1st Thursday of every month at 10 a.m.

02/25/2026

Join us for our Veterans Tele-Town Hall on Wednesday March 11, 2026!

This call will focus on the upcoming Federal Electronic Health Record (EHR) launch, including what’s changing, what to expect, and how you can prepare.

✅ Who can join?
Everyone! Whether you receive care at the Ann Arbor VA Primary Care Clinic or a Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC), you’re welcome to join.

Automated Call Reminder:
Veterans with VA Ann Arbor Primary Care will get a reminder call the day prior and another just before the event for easy access.

Ways to Join:
📱 Answer the call (Ann Arbor Primary Care only) from 734-235-0179
📞 Dial 866-641-6898
💻 Stream online: https://access.live/AnnArbor/VA

What to Expect:
🔹Updates on the EHR transition
🔹Tips to prepare
🔹Comprehensive Q&A

💬 Got questions? We'd love to hear them! We’re here to keep you informed and supported.

02/25/2026

02/25/2026

VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System officially has super users!

Super users are tech-savvy clinical staff who get extra training on the Federal EHR system so they can become on-the-ground experts. They know the new system inside and out and will be available to assist other staff who need help once we go live in April 2026. If our staff run into a problem ordering a test or looking up previous results, they can just ask a super user!

Get updates about VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System’s Federal EHR deployment: https://www.va.gov/ann-arbor-health-care/programs/electronic-health-record-modernization/

02/25/2026

February is all about love. Fostering a sense of belonging and community can support your overall well-being. Veterans in Pittsburgh have done that.

www.va.gov/WHOLEHEALTH/features/Veterans_help_Veterans_at_Pittsburgh_VA.asp.

02/24/2026

Attention Michigan Veterans: Important Update to Prescription Notifications

As we transition to the new Federal Electronic Health Record (EHR) system, there will be a temporary pause in automated pharmacy phone and text reminders. This means you will not receive notifications that your prescription is about to run out, is ready for pick-up, or has been mailed during this period.

Key Dates:
🔹Notifications pause: April 6
🔹Notifications resume: June 6

This change is part of an important upgrade to improve your future care experience. During this time, please check your prescription status through My HealtheVet, the VA Health Chat app, by calling your pharmacy directly at 734-845-5578, or your VA Health Connect Team at 734-845-5290 (local) or 833-940-1624 (toll-free). Our team is here to assist you with any questions or concerns.

Thank you for your patience as we work to enhance health care delivery for Veterans at VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System.

02/24/2026

The Veterans Crisis Line can help Veterans’ family members and friends get connected with helpful resources, too.

Dial 988 then Press 1, chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, or text 838255.

02/24/2026

The Veterans Crisis Line can help Veterans’ family members and friends get connected with helpful resources too.

Dial 988 then Press 1, chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, or text 838255.

02/23/2026

Heads up! If you visit VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System in April 2026, you may notice new people with badges walking around in clinical areas. This is a good thing!

They’re trainers helping our staff learn the processes in the new electronic health record. Thank you for being patient with our providers and staff while they are learning a new system. Learn more: https://www.va.gov/ann-arbor-health-care/programs/electronic-health-record-modernization/

02/23/2026

Not enrolled in VA health care but looking for mental health support?

Find confidential counseling and peer support at a local Vet Center near you: Mentalhealth.va.gov/get-help/local-care.asp

02/22/2026

Make this quit attempt your last. VA’s winning combination of medication and counseling is your best chance at quitting for good.

Reach out to your VA provider about creating a treatment plan that will set you up for success: Mentalhealth.va.gov/quit-tobacco/how-to-quit.asp