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02/05/2026

🎉100 Years of Service, Courage, and Constitutional Rights! ⚖️

Join us in wishing a very happy 100th birthday to a local legend, Mr. James R. Willis, Esq.! On Jan. 28, we celebrated Mr. Willis’s centennial at our Community Living Center surrounded by family, friends, and our dedicated staff.

🎖️Mr. Willis’s life is a masterclass in trailblazing. He served our country as a Montford Point Marine—the first African Americans to enlist in the U.S. Marine Corps—and was later awarded the Congressional Gold Medal of Honor for his service.

🛡️After the military, he returned home to Cleveland, graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Law in 1952, and became a renowned champion of the 4th Amendment. In fact, his family and friends celebrated by singing a special version of "Happy Birthday," adding the lyrics: “Thank you for protections against unlawful search and seizure!”

🌎From the barracks of Camp LeJeune to the U.S. Supreme Court, Mr. Willis has spent a century defending our freedom. Happy Birthday, Marine! Semper Fi!

📸: Martha Brennan
Case Western Reserve University

02/05/2026

Nursing Strong Spotlight💪
Name: Ryan M Foy
Role: AM&CC Coordinator
Department: Community Care
Years of Service: 9.5

▪️What do you love most about caring for Veterans?
"Being blessed with the opportunity to contribute a small amount forward to those who have laid the foundation for everything precious we value as American’s is extremely gratifying. The men and woman who have served and sacrificed for the people of our great nation deserve the best care and so much more."
▪️What do you enjoy doing outside of work?
"Family, Love, Life, Laughing, Friends, the good, the bad, the sun, and the snow. I especially enjoy time with my kids, date night with my beautiful wife, catching live music with friends, exercising, eating too much on vacation. I am here for it all."

02/05/2026

Shortly after completing his service in the Army National Guard Joey was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. He felt stressed, anxious, and had difficulty processing his emotions. Watch how therapy gave him the tools to manage his anxiety.
https://www.maketheconnection.net/stories/951

02/05/2026

Some Veterans experience challenges during their transition to civilian life. In finding mental health support, these Veterans were able to discover a support system that works for them. Hear their stories:
https://www.maketheconnection.net/stories/994/

02/05/2026

VA FINVET helps you meet your basic needs and manage your money.

Find financial resources for Veterans:
https://www.mirecc.va.gov/finvet

02/04/2026

The VA Safety Plan app helps you find ways to manage stress, identify important supports, and recognize warning signs in just a few taps.
Learn more: mobile.va.gov/app/safety-plan.

02/04/2026

🌍 VA is leading the fight against cancer through precision oncology by developing and applying new technologies, tools, research knowledge, best practice and evidence-based therapies.
📲Download our resources to learn more about cancer care at VA.
▪️Screening: https://ow.ly/LfIB50Y7Bih ▪️Resources: https://ow.ly/7lSr50Y7Bil

02/03/2026

Strengthen your communication and coping skills with the STAIR Coach app. Try tools like “Adjust My Thinking” to reframe negative thoughts and track emotional patterns with the “Mood Journal.” https://mobile.va.gov/app/stair-coach

02/03/2026

⚠️Sandusky VA Clinic Temporary Closure⚠️
The Sandusky VA Clinic is closed for the remainder of today, Tuesday, Feb. 3, due to emergency building maintenance involving a water leak.
• Emergencies: Call 911 immediately.
• Expected Reopening: Wednesday, Feb. 4.
• Patient Appointments: Our team is working to contact all Veterans whose appointments are affected by this closure to reschedule.

02/03/2026

On Feb 3, 1943, during World War II, the U.S. Army transport ship SS Dorchester was torpedoed in the North Atlantic. As chaos spread and the ship began to sink, four Army chaplains—Lt. George L. Fox, Lt. Alexander D. Goode, Lt. John P. Washington, and Lt. Clark V. Poling—guided Soldiers to safety, offered comfort and prayers, and gave up their own life jackets so others could live. Witnesses later recalled seeing the four chaplains standing together in prayer as the ship went down, united in faith and sacrifice.

Their actions became a lasting symbol of selfless service, courage, and unity—values that continue to define military service today.

In honor of Four Chaplains Day, the Cleveland VA Medical Center will hold a special service in the Main Chapel on Tuesday, Feb. 3, at 12:00 p.m. The VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System invites Veterans and staff to join us in remembrance.

02/03/2026

This Black History Month, VA honors the legacy and service of Black Veterans who have defended our nation with courage and honor in every conflict since America’s founding. From the Buffalo Soldiers to the Six Triple Eight and the Tuskegee Airmen, Black service members have broken barriers and set enduring standards of excellence. From early Soldiers to today’s service members, their contributions have shaped our military, strengthened our communities, and continue to inspire future generations. We celebrate their history, their service, and their lasting impact.

02/03/2026

VA provides a range of mental health programs and resources for Veterans of all ages, backgrounds, and service eras.

Explore VA programs that focus on the needs of older Veterans: Mentalhealth.va.gov/older-veterans/resources.asp

Address

10701 East Boulevard
Cleveland, OH
44106

Telephone

+12167913800

Website

https://www.va.gov/northeast-ohio-health-care

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