Spokane VA Medical Center

03/27/2026

The VA and the Spokane Vet Center are honoring Vietnam War Veterans with a special ceremony today, in anticipation of Sunday's commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War. The event, organized by the Spokane Vet Center in collaboration with WA Fallen Heroes and other local organizations, will commence at 12:30 PM at the Spokane Vet Center, located at 13109 E. Mirabeau Parkway, Spokane Valley. This ceremony not only commemorates the significant event but also reaffirms the Spokane Vet Center's commitment to honoring all Vietnam Veterans and their supportive families. Here are some highlights from previous years' ceremonies, a testament to our continued promise to these brave individuals.

03/27/2026

If you’re participating in Cognitive Processing Therapy, the CPT Coach app can be a great companion resource for your sessions. Practice what you learn in therapy by completing worksheets and assignments between appointments. https://mobile.va.gov/app/cpt-coach

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

03/24/2026

Drew followed in his father's footsteps and joined the U.S. Army where he lost close friends while he was deployed. A month after returning home, Drew started experiencing symptoms of PTSD. He began pushing away his family and friends, and his parents didn’t know how to encourage him to seek help.

Hear how Drew was able to reconnect with his family through mental health treatment and recovery.

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03/24/2026

03/24/2026

03/23/2026

The team at Spokane’s Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center honors all Veterans, with a special tribute this week for National Medal of Honor Day on Wednesday, March 25th. Established in 1949, the Spokane VA Medical Center was renamed in 2013 to the Mann-Grandstaff VAMC in honor of Army PFC Joe Mann, MoH – WWII, and Army PSgt Bruce Grandstaff, MoH – Vietnam War, who both made the ultimate sacrifice for their fellow soldiers and for freedom. This name change was made possible by members of the local Spokane Historical Society, who organized the renaming event on campus during a warm August afternoon in 2013. Family members and friends, including former Secretary of Veterans Affairs and Army General Eric Shinseki, attended the event, with some traveling from as far as Belgium, where PFC Mann sacrificed his life fighting in WWII. The Mann-Grandstaff VAMC proudly serves all Veterans, including other living Medal of Honor recipients from Spokane and the Inland Northwest, such as Army SSgt Ty Carter, who earned the Medal of Honor in 2009 in Afghanistan. SSgt Carter was later honored during a special ceremony at Spokane’s North Central High School, where both he and PSgt Grandstaff attended before their service in the U.S. Army. For more information, please visit: https://www.cmohs.org/

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

A balanced diet is essential for feeling your best and maintaining good health.

Explore VA’s free tools to help you improve your nutrition: https://veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/HealthyLiving/EatWisely/

03/20/2026

Health Professions Education Week highlights the importance of training healthcare providers. Check out this video to see the history going back 80 years.

03/20/2026

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has opened 34 new health care facilities during the second Trump Administration! Find a VA location near you here: http://va.gov/find-locations/