Chicago VA Medical Center

Chicago VA Medical Center Jesse Brown VA Medical Center Mission: Honor America's veterans by providing exceptional health care

The Jesse Brown VA Medical Center (Chicago VA Medical Center) provides Veterans with one of the finest and most extensive health care systems in the country. With over 100 specialty outpatient clinics delivering care at five sites throughout the Chicago area and Northwest Indiana, approximately 62,000 enrolled Veterans trust our medical center for their health care needs.

12/22/2025

Mike was devastated after his son, a fellow Marine, died while serving. At his lowest point, he considered ending his own life. He then sought mental health support at a local Vet Center. Watch Mike talk about how therapy helped him cope with his grief and start living well.
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Let it slow, let it slow, let it slow! When the holiday season feels overwhelming, it’s OK to step back and hit pause. T...
12/19/2025

Let it slow, let it slow, let it slow! When the holiday season feels overwhelming, it’s OK to step back and hit pause. Taking a self-compassion break can help you find peace and improve amid the year-end rush. www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXUJutkSaOc

12/19/2025

Under President Donald J. Trump, we are making U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs benefits better, faster and easier to use than ever before. We accomplished so much in 2025, and 2026 will be even better!

The holidays are often a time of joy and celebration, but they can also bring feelings of anxiety for some. No matter wh...
12/18/2025

The holidays are often a time of joy and celebration, but they can also bring feelings of anxiety for some. No matter what you’re experiencing, VA treatments and resources are available: Mentalhealth.va.gov/anxiety/treatment.asp.

12/17/2025

VHA Headache Centers of Excellence announces the launch of their new podcast, “The Headache Diaries” hosted by neurologist Krista Brooks-Horrar, MD, and Salam Zughayer, DO, a team of expert doctors, who will provide valuable tools and tips for Veterans living with headaches and migraines.

Mark your calendars and get ready! Registration for the 2026 National Veterans Golden Age Games in Tampa opens soon. The...
12/17/2025

Mark your calendars and get ready! Registration for the 2026 National Veterans Golden Age Games in Tampa opens soon. The wheelchair and visually impaired divisions begin Jan. 28, and all other eligible Veteran athletes can register starting Jan. 29.

Get registration ready at https://department.va.gov/veteran-sports/national-veterans-golden-age-games/.
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12/16/2025

In this episode of Glad You Asked, Deputy Secretary Paul R. Lawrence breaks down the Benefits Delivery at Discharge program for service members who want their disability benefits ready when they leave the military.

12/15/2025

Unhealthy use of alcohol can damage your work performance and family relationships, and it can lead to legal problems.
You’re not alone. Learn more about how VA can help treat alcohol use disorder: Mentalhealth.va.gov/substance-use/alcohol-use-disorder.asp.

12/12/2025

After the loss of a Veteran, families may receive suspicious calls, texts, or emails about VA benefits. In this episode of Glad You Asked, Deputy Secretary Paul R. Lawrence shares tips to help survivors protect themselves.

Did you know that Veterans are eligible for VA burial benefits? These include burial in a VA national cemetery, a govern...
12/11/2025

Did you know that Veterans are eligible for VA burial benefits? These include burial in a VA national cemetery, a government-furnished headstone or marker, a burial flag, and perpetual gravesite care at no cost.
Learn more about VA benefits and eligibility:
https://www.cem.va.gov/veterans-and-families.

Jesse Brown Veterans Affairs Medical Center would like to thank KIND for their KIND Bars and Peet’s coffee for their do...
12/10/2025

Jesse Brown Veterans Affairs Medical Center would like to thank KIND for their KIND Bars and Peet’s coffee for their donation to our staff from Frontline Builders as part of their World Kindness Day campaign.

12/10/2025

In this episode of Glad You Asked, Deputy Secretary Paul R. Lawrence answers a common question from service members: “Can I apply for benefits before I leave the military?”

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