Tennessee State Veterans' Homes

02/12/2025

We’re looking for a friendly, reliable hairstylist or barber to come to our Clarksville facility and provide services for our residents.

If you’re interested or would like more information, please contact our Administrator, Suzanne, for details and scheduling.

shogan@tsvh.org or send us a message here and we’ll connect you with her!

28/11/2025

PLEASE REMEMBER US FOR THIS GIVING TUESDAY!

We hope everyone was able to enjoy time with family and friends this Thanksgiving. As we move into the season of giving, we invite you to join us this Giving Tuesday, December 2nd (next week!) in supporting the heroes who have given so much for our freedom.

At Tennessee State Veterans’ Homes, every donation directly enhances the quality of life for our residents—whether through meaningful on- and off-site activities, special moments and personal wishes, improvements to our facilities, or uplifting the environment of our homes.

Your generosity helps us honor their service with the dignity, comfort, and joy they deserve. All donations are tax-deductible.

“They gave so much for you, now it’s time to give back to them.”

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18/11/2025

Success Story Spotlight – Clarksville Therapy Department!

We are thrilled to celebrate another amazing achievement from our Clarksville Therapy team!

Our wonderful resident, Mrs. Christian, has officially completed her physical therapy program and is doing exceptionally well. Her hard work, determination, and positive spirit have led to a successful discharge from our facility!

We are so proud of her progress and grateful for the dedication of our therapy staff who supported her every step of the way.

Congratulations, Mrs. Christian! We wish you continued strength, independence, and joy on your journey forward.

15/11/2025

It is the Tennessee Volunteers' football Homecoming, and we, at TSVH, were honored to partner with the university, Tennessee Department of Veterans Services, and the VA to host a Town Hall Meeting on campus for all local veterans earlier this week. Our very own Executive Director, Ed Harries, was featured on the discussion panel, educating attendees about the phenomenal care we provide our residents state-wide. Read more here:

UT’s Veterans Success Center, in partnership with community veteran services, hosted its inaugural Veteran Town Hall on Nov. 13, 2025.

14/11/2025

William “Dave” Bradley was born on April 20, 1939, in Hickman, Kentucky, to Noble and Sue Bradley. After graduating high school, he attended Thomas Nelson Community College, where he completed a course in diesel engine technology. He worked for Commercial Transport Corporation, an oil company, specializing in marine diesel engines. When he was not drafted during the Vietnam era, his strong sense of duty led him to volunteer for the U.S. Army in 1959.

Bradley served an outstanding 22 years in the Army, flying more than 5,000 hours—including over 1,500 hours of combat flight—and rising to the rank of Master Sergeant. He completed the Aircraft Maintenance Advanced NCO Course and became a highly skilled crew chief. His combat service included the Vietnam Defense, Vietnam Counteroffensive Phases I, II, V, and VI, the Tet ’69 Counteroffensive, and the Vietnam Summer–Fall Campaign of 1969.

Bradley was the second Huey helicopter to land in the infamous Ia Drang Valley. Though ordered to stay aboard because his mechanical skills were too valuable to risk, he leapt out to help load the wounded after seeing another crew chief doing the same. His unit’s experiences became the basis for the film We Were Soldiers starring Mel Gibson. In 2002, after the film aired, Bradley was awarded another Bronze Star for bravery at Fort Campbell. He later remarked that the movie was “very realistic and true to the Vietnam experience.”

Following his Vietnam tours, Bradley continued serving as chief of quality control for the U.S. Army Executive Flight Detachment at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, where he traveled extensively with Presidents Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford and even flew in convoy with President John F. Kennedy.

After retiring from the Army, Bradley worked as a licensed practical nurse (LPN) for seven years before serving another seven years as the veteran’s service officer for Weakley County. He is the proud father of three children: Ivan, Natalie, and Lori.

Bradley received excellent care from our Humboldt facility, though he passed from this world on October 2nd. Please help us take this time to commemorate his tremendous service to our country.

13/11/2025

Honoring Our Heroes at the Tennessee State Veterans Home
�This week we celebrated our former service-member residents with a very special ceremony. We marked the 250th birthday of the United States Marine Corps and honored the rich legacy of all our veterans.

One beautiful tradition: the oldest and youngest guests in the room shared a piece of cake – a meaningful symbol of generations bound by service.
�We also spotlighted resident-artist Joel Murray and his drawing “Reflections,” which draws a parallel between current service-members and those who came before in WWII – such a powerful tribute.
�Veteran-author Andy Vistrand was in attendance and shared his book Rescued, a story of life, service and healing.

To all our veterans, thank you for your sacrifice and dedication. Your stories inspire us and your legacy strengthens our community.

Thabk you to WBBJ for supporting and covering this amazing event.

https://www.wbbjtv.com/2025/11/11/tennessee-state-veterans-home-celebrates-former-service-members-with-special-ceremony/

The Tennessee State Veterans Home in Humboldt hosted a special cake cutting event for Veterans Day.

11/11/2025

At Tennessee State Veterans’ Homes, we are deeply grateful for the service, sacrifice, and courage of all veterans who have worn our nation’s uniform. Your commitment ensures our freedom, and we stand on your shoulders.

To our residents, families, staff, and the veteran community across Tennessee — we thank you. We salute you. We remember. We pledge to serve you with the dignity and respect you deserve.

On this Veterans Day, let us join together in remembrance of those who served, those who serve, and those who will serve. May your legacy of service inspire us all.

10/11/2025

A few of our Murfreesboro and Clarksville veteran residents had the honor of attending the Governor’s Veterans Day Program.

Not only did they enjoy the speakers, they, being among the only Vietnam Veterans in house, received a standing ovation of recognition.

Ending the amazing experience were handshakes and a few laughs with Governor Lee, TDVS Commissioner Baker, and many others.

Thank you to Tennessee Department of Veterans Services for extending the invitation to our grateful crew.

04/11/2025

We want to send a heartfelt thank you to our amazing family members, friends, and community for making the fall festivals at each of our locations so special! Your support—whether by joining in the fun or donating candy for our residents to share with the adorable trick-or-treaters—brought so much joy to our celebrations.

You’ve helped us kick off the holiday season with laughter, love, sugar rushes and unforgettable memories. ❤️

22/10/2025

Join us for a family-friendly Fall Festival at the Tennessee State Veterans’ Home in Cleveland!

🗓 Saturday, Oct 25 • 12–4 PM
📍 1940 Westland Dr. SW

Enjoy live entertainment, games, a chili cookoff, caramel apples, hay rides, pumpkin & face painting, and more. Free and open to our community.
Info: mwilliamson@tsvh.org

22/10/2025

🎃 Calling All Candy Donors! 🍬

Our residents at Tennessee State Veterans’ Home – Knoxville are getting ready for our annual Trick-or-Treating event this Saturday! 👻

We’re asking for candy donations so our veterans can enjoy handing out sweet treats to all the little ghosts and goblins who visit. 🍭

📍 Drop-off Location: Tennessee State Veterans’ Home – Knoxville
📅 Deadline: On or before Friday, October 24

Your donations help make this event extra special for our residents and visiting families. Thank you for helping us spread smiles and Halloween spirit! 🧡🕸️

20/10/2025

Join Us for Our Annual Fall Festival!

The Tennessee State Veterans’ Homes – Murfreesboro invites you and your family to our Fall Festival, open to the community!

📅 Saturday, October 25th
🕑 2:00 – 4:00 PM
📍 345 Compton Road, Murfreesboro

Enjoy an afternoon of live entertainment, games, crafts, balloon fun, cake walk, trick-or-treating, s’mores, hot dogs, and more!

Want to help? We’re accepting candy and cake/sweet treat donations — please deliver by Friday.

For questions or to get involved, contact Amy at aboggess@tsvh.org!