VA Puget Sound Health Care System

03/13/2026

03/11/2026

Veterans — join us today for our Women Veterans Town Hall from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

VA Puget Sound leaders and care providers will share updates on women’s health care and benefits and answer your questions.

Watch live on Facebook, visit access.live/VAPugetSound, or join by phone: (866) 478-3406

03/02/2026

Did you know Veterans face a disproportionate risk of developing Parkinson's disease?

VA Puget Sound's inpatient treatment program brings together physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other specialists to help Veterans manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

Read the full story to learn more about VA Puget Sound's inpatient Parkinson's program and and how its impact on two Veterans.

“He had difficulty finding his words,” said the wife of Army Veteran Cliff Lampitt. “Now I can carry complete conversations with him.”

03/02/2026

Veterans, you’ve earned your benefits. VA health care is one of them. From primary care to mental health support, VA is built to serve Veterans — because your service matters.
https://www.va.gov/health-care/

02/27/2026

Veterans at VA Puget Sound recently completed the Seattle Parkinson’s Intensive Rehabilitation and Interdisciplinary Treatment (SPIRIT) program — three weeks of focused therapy designed to improve daily function.

We'll share more of their journey next week.

Learn more about Parkinson's care at VA by visiting parkinsons.va.gov/northwest/index.asp

02/26/2026

As a Veteran, your military service may have exposed you to unique factors that can increase your risk of heart disease.
In addition to traditional risk factors such as high blood pressure and diabetes, mental health concerns such as PTSD and depression can contribute to your risk.
The Million Veteran Program is studying ways to improve treatments for heart disease.
You can make a difference by joining MVP today. www.mvp.va.gov

02/23/2026

Not enrolled in VA health care but looking for mental health support?

Find confidential counseling and peer support at a local Vet Center near you: Mentalhealth.va.gov/get-help/local-care.asp

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.

02/19/2026

Make this quit attempt your last. VA’s winning combination of medication and counseling is your best chance at quitting for good.

Reach out to your VA provider about creating a treatment plan that will set you up for success: Mentalhealth.va.gov/quit-tobacco/how-to-quit.asp

02/19/2026

Looking for a meaningful way to give back?

VA Puget Sound leadership recently visited inpatient Veterans at the Seattle VA Medical Center — one of the many ways our community supports Veterans year-round.

Learn more about volunteering at VA Puget Sound by reading our story.

During National Salute to Veteran Patients Week, VA Puget Sound Health Care System senior leaders visited Veterans receiving care at the Seattle VA Medical Center’s Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit.

02/18/2026

02/17/2026

Take a step toward getting support. Find su***de prevention tools and resources for yourself and other Veterans at MentalHealth.VA.gov/su***de_prevention.