VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System

VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System Providing superior healthcare for America's Veterans with clinics in Northampton, Fitchburg, Greenfield, Pittsfield, Springfield and Worcester, Massachusetts.

www.centralwesternmass.va.gov

www.twitter.com/VACWMASS

Health Care Benefits Info:
https://www.usa.gov/veteran-health

Notice of Privacy Practices:
http://1.usa.gov/1QJzJAJ

Programs:
- Specialized Inpatient Post Traumatic Stress (PTSD)
- Inpatient Services for the Chronically Mentally Ill
- Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient
- Homeless Veterans
- Substance Abuse/ Compensated Work Therapy/ Transitional Residence
- Vocational Rehabilitation Therapy (Supported Employment, Transitional Work Experience, Incentive Therapy, Compensated Work Therapy)
- MOVE (Managing Overweight & Obesity for Veterans)
- End of Life / Palliative Care
- Women Veterans Health
- Smoking Cessation

Visit the VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System outreach team and Friends of the Springfield Vet Center at ...
02/20/2026

Visit the VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System outreach team and Friends of the Springfield Vet Center at the Springfield Sportsmen's Show this weekend, February 20 - 22, 2026.

If you are a military veteran or a family member of one, be sure to take a moment and stop by the VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System booth at the Springfield Sportsmen's Show to talk with an outreach specialist and get the latest information about VA Healthcare.

As a thank you to all those who have served, the Sportsmen's show is offering a $3 Military Discount on Sunday for those with a proper Military ID.

Today, on National Caregivers Day, we honor the caregivers who give so much of themselves to support our Nation’s Vetera...
02/20/2026

Today, on National Caregivers Day, we honor the caregivers who give so much of themselves to support our Nation’s Veterans. Your compassion, dedication, and quiet strength do not go unnoticed.

📢 VA Healthcare Eligibility Seminar 📢Join us for a VA Healthcare Eligibility Seminar hosted by the Leominster and Sterli...
02/18/2026

📢 VA Healthcare Eligibility Seminar 📢

Join us for a VA Healthcare Eligibility Seminar hosted by the Leominster and Sterling Veteran Services in collaboration with VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System.

🗓️ Date: Friday, Feb 27, 2026
🕤 Time: 9:30 AM
📍Sterling Senior Center, 36 Muddy Pond Rd., Sterling, MA

Come and learn about VA healthcare and benefits. Don’t miss this opportunity to get informed and ask any questions you may have!

Reserve your seat for this event, call 978-422-3032 or stop in on Fridays from 8:00a - noon to meet with Cory Hasselmann.

Visit our outreach specialist at the Vet Expo on Saturday, Feb 28, 2026, starting at 3:00PM. The Vet Expo is free for al...
02/17/2026

Visit our outreach specialist at the Vet Expo on Saturday, Feb 28, 2026, starting at 3:00PM. The Vet Expo is free for all Veterans, military, currently serving. Complimentary Springfield Thunderbirds military appreciation night game ticket available to all Veterans and active military personnel with military I.D.

Location: Mass Mutual Center
Time: 3:00 PM until the end of the game (Puck drop at 6:05 PM)

For more information contact John Jones at jjones@springfieldthunderbirds.com or call 413-417-2288.

Visit VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System outreach team and Friends of the Springfield Vet Center at the ...
02/14/2026

Visit VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System outreach team and Friends of the Springfield Vet Center at the Springfield RV, Camping & Outdoor Show this weekend, February 13 - 16, 2026. You can find us in the Young Building!

If you are a military veteran or a family member of one, be sure to take a moment and stop by the Veterans Affairs and Friends of the Springfield Vet Center booth in the Young Building to talk with an outreach specialist and get the latest information about VA Healthcare and other Veterans resources.

Hours:
President’s Day Weekend
2PM-8PM Friday, February 13, 2026
10AM-8PM Saturday, February 14, 2026
10AM-6PM Sunday, February 15, 2026
10AM- 4PM Monday, February 16, 2026

*Reduce entry fee with VA or Military ID

February Focus: Positive relationships can boost your immune system, reduce stress, and have a positive impact on your e...
02/13/2026

February Focus: Positive relationships can boost your immune system, reduce stress, and have a positive impact on your emotional, mental, and physical health in various other ways.
https://news.va.gov/141476/relationships-support-your-whole-health.

Let us know in the comments how the relationships in your life contribute to your overall well-being.

Interested in learning more? Join a virtual Intro to Whole Health class! Call 413-584-4040 ext. 36617 for more information about Whole Health options at VA CWM.

02/13/2026

VA’s Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program (BHIP) provides you with a mental health team that works together to help you get the care you need to reach your treatment goals.

Learn more about BHIP: MentalHealth.va.gov/BHIP

February is all about love. Fostering a sense of belonging and community can support your overall well-being. Veterans i...
02/11/2026

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.

Interested in learning more? Join a virtual Intro to Whole Health class! Call 413-584-4040 ext. 36617 for more information about Whole Health options at VA CWM.

Veterans, join us for an afternoon of bowling! 🎳As part of National Salute to Veteran Patients Week (February 8 - 14), w...
02/10/2026

Veterans, join us for an afternoon of bowling! 🎳

As part of National Salute to Veteran Patients Week (February 8 - 14), we're inviting Veterans to a fun-filled afternoon of bowling on Feb 10, 2:00 - 4:00 PM. Enjoy great company, knock down some pins, and celebrate the services and sacrifice of our Veterans.|

🗓 When: February 10, 2026, 2:00 - 4:00 PM
📍 Where: Spare Time Northampton, 525 Pleasant Street, Northampton, MA
💰Cost: FREE for Veterans | Additional cost for others interested in joining.

For more information contact CDCE, at 413-582-3033.

❄️ Weather Alert: Forecasting below-zero frigid temperatures with possible snow across Central and Western Mass ☃️To ens...
02/06/2026

❄️ Weather Alert: Forecasting below-zero frigid temperatures with possible snow across Central and Western Mass ☃️

To ensure everyone stays safe and warm, we’re sharing resources about community warming centers. If you or someone you know needs a warm place to stay, please refer to the following information: (For further assistance, contact your local community center.)
🔹 List of Warming Centers:

Greater Springfield:
• CSO Day Center - Friends of the Homeless
755 Worthington St, Springfield, MA 01105
413-723-3069
• Wesley United Methodist Church
741 State Street, Springfield, MA 01109
413-370-0709

Amherst/Northampton:
• Craig's Door Community Resource Center
434 N Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01002 (Green Trailer, Behind First Baptist Church)
413-256-0704, ext. 8
• Clinical & Support Option (CSO)
29 Industrial Drive East, Northampton, MA 01060 (Door #2)
413-586-6750

Greenfield:
• Greenfield Overnight Warming Center
Salvation Army building
72 Chapman St, Greenfield, MA 01301

Pittsfield:
• Service Net
21 Pearl Street in Pittsfield.
Phone: 413-320-6550

Northern Berkshires:
• Louison House
149 Church St, North Adams, MA 01247
Phone: (413) 663-6323

Stay safe, stay warm, and please check in on neighbors and loved ones.

Join Us for a Special Performance by Acoustic Bandwidth!Acoustic Bandwidth will be performing at the Leeds Chapel on Mon...
02/03/2026

Join Us for a Special Performance by Acoustic Bandwidth!

Acoustic Bandwidth will be performing at the Leeds Chapel on Monday, February 9, at 2:00 PM. Join us in celebrating and honoring our Veterans with the gift of music!

When: February 9, 2026, 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Where: Leeds Chapel, 421 N Main Street, Leeds, MA 01053

For more information, contact CDCE at 413-582-3033

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421 N Main Street
Leeds, MA
01053

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