Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System

04/03/2026

Please be aware that the temporary Idabel clinic will be closed on Monday and Tuesday April 6 & 7 to allow for the relocation back to the original clinic, and will reopen on Wednesday April 8. Patients with appointments will be contacted to reschedule.

03/31/2026

It was an honor to welcome VA Secretary Doug Collins to Eastern Oklahoma! 🇺🇸

Secretary Collins toured the new James Mountain Inhofe VAMC and the Jack C. Montgomery VAMC to see firsthand how we are expanding access to care and cutting red tape for Eastern Oklahoma veterans. During the visit, he emphasized the sacred duty to provide the highest quality, timely care that our heroes have earned. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Key highlights included:
✅ Touring the VA Medical Center to meet with dedicated staff and veterans.
✅ Discussing new initiatives to reach more veterans in rural areas.
✅ Hearing directly from our veteran community about their needs.

Thank you, Secretary Collins, for your commitment to Oklahoma veterans and for ensuring their voices are heard at the highest levels.

03/31/2026

So happy to have hosted VA Secretary Doug Collins in Eastern Oklahoma VA territory today! We'll have pics of the Secretary's visit up shortly!

03/26/2026

If you notice signs of crisis in a Veteran you know, don’t wait. Get connected to immediate support right now:

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

03/25/2026

Today, we recognize National Medal of Honor Day and honor the extraordinary courage of those who have received our nation’s highest award for valor.

Since its establishment in 1861, more than 3,500 service members have been awarded the Medal of Honor. Each recipient represents a legacy of sacrifice, selflessness, and unwavering commitment to others.

We honor these heroes and remain grateful for the example they set for all who serve.

03/24/2026

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Tulsa Area Veterans!!! Come out and see us Thursday March 26th at the Downtown Tulsa VFW!

We will have onsite VA claims assistance, VA Healthcare Eligibility / Enrollment and resources available from 2PM until 6PM.

Don't miss out! Come apply for the benefits you have earned!

Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs

Tulsa Area Veterans!!! Come out and see us Thursday March 26th at the Downtown Tulsa VFW! We will have onsite VA claims assistance, VA Healthcare Eligibility / Enrollment and resources available from 2PM until 6PM. Don't miss out! Come apply for the benefits you have earned!

03/24/2026

🗣📢💊Turn In Unneeded Medication for Safe Disposal

The EOVAHCS VA Police will be participating in "Drug Take Back Day" on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 10:00 until 14:00 hours.

📌This is a great opportunity to safely dispose of any unneeded or expired medications.
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

🏥2 Participating VA Locations:
Ernest Childers VA Outpatient Clinic (Circle Drive)
892 Mingo Rd, Tulsa, OK 74133

🏥Jack C. Montgomery VA Medical Center (Main Entrance)
1011 Honor Heights Dr, Muskogee, OK 74401

Bring your unneeded medications to either location for safe disposal.

03/24/2026

🤝Supporting Veterans With More Than a Meal: Social Worker Jennifer Edwards and The Coffee Bunker’s Ongoing Food Donations🫶🍍🍎🍓🍇

🫂Each month social worker Jennifer Edwards, LCSW HUD/VASH Case Manager, starts her morning by loading her car with bags of donated food from The Coffee Bunker, a Tulsa nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans. What looks like a simple delivery route is, for Jennifer, one of the most meaningful parts of the work she does.🚚

🪖Many of the veterans in the HUD-VASH program face ongoing food insecurity, even after achieving stable housing. The Coffee Bunker’s monthly donations allow Jennifer to bring not just groceries, but peace of mind.😊

“I am so grateful for the relationships I have been able to grow over the years with the veterans I work with,” Jennifer shared. “I’m so happy to be able to give them the additional support every month when food insecurity is an issue and just surviving is a struggle. They really make my job worthwhile. I am so proud to be a VA social worker.” ❤️

📍On her visits, Jennifer often spends a few minutes catching up with each veteran—checking how they’re doing, celebrating progress, and offering support through tough seasons. These connections, built month after month, have become a lifeline for many.

📢And for Jennifer, the impact is clear: every bag delivered is an opportunity to strengthen trust, offer dignity, and remind veterans that they are not alone.

03/23/2026

You don’t have to carry it all alone.

Starting mental health treatment and opening up can be intimidating, but we’re here to help.

VA has resources to address the unique stressors and experiences that Veterans may face: Mentalhealth.va.gov/get-help/index.asp

03/20/2026

Winter weather can make it harder to get to appointments or know who to contact for care.

VA Health Connect helps you stay connected to your VA health care when travel isn’t safe. Call your local VA medical center at the number listed to talk with a nurse, schedule appointments or get help with prescriptions.

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