The “Wounded Warrior Resiliency and Support Workshop” is a one day program designed to help Veterans focus on identification of challenges, goal-setting and exploring positive life style changes. The workshop will be held on Saturday July 25 from 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Windhorse Farm, 75 Walker Road Hilton, NY Read More... 

On July 4, the Canandaigua VA Medical Center Recreation Therapy Department will present a “July 4th Celebration”in the Court Yard #1 Pavilion starting at 10:00 a.m. Read More... 

The Canandaigua VA Medical Center and Rochester VA Outpatient Clinic (ROPC) were surveyed by The Joint Commission. As a result of the survey, the medical center has been awarded accreditation in all areas surveyed. Read More... 

On July 16, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. representatives from the Canandaigua VA Medical Center’s Human Resources department will be providing education to Veterans on how to find employment within the Department of Veterans Affairs Read More... 

On June 5, the Canandaigua VA Medical Center recognized six nurses that have recently completed nursing degree programs. Read More... 

Dr. Janet Kemp is one of the 30 finalists out of more than 400 public service employees nominated for Service to America Medals or “SAMMIES” for exemplary work and public service. Read More... 

To commemorate the adoption of our flag, June 14 -20 has been designated as "National Flag Week". On June 12, 2009 volunteers will be passing out miniature flags to Veterans throughout the Canandaigua VA Medical Center and Rochester VA Outpatient Clinic. Read More... 

The Canandaigua VA Medical Center will be hosting a weekly Farmers Market every Tuesday starting June 16 and continuing through October 6. Located in the Andrew Jackson Parking in front of Building #1 of the medical center campus. The farmer’s market hours will be 1:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. and is open to the general public. Read More... 

On Sunday June 7, the Geneva Chamber of Commerce will host a welcome home ceremony for Alpha Troop 2-101Calvery. The event will begin at 11:00 a.m. with a parade starting at the Geneva Armory located at 300 Main Street, Geneva NY. The public is welcome to attend. Read More... 

On May 29, the Canandaigua VA Medical Center will host a Memorial Day Observance. This event is open to the public and will be held in the Building 5 Auditorium starting at 2:00 p.m. at the Canandaigua VA Medical Center, 400 Fort Hill Avenue, Canandaigua Read More... 

Canandaigua VA and Rochester VA Outpatient Clinic Celebrates National Nurses Week May 6-12 Honoring 4 Nurses for Outstanding Care Read More... 

On June 9 at 7:00 p.m., the Rochester VA Outpatient Clinic located at 465 Westfall Rd, Rochester, NY will hold a forum for all community members interested in VA Health Care issues and updates. Read More... 

On Thursday May 14, volunteers and the VA Employees Association (VAEA) from the Canandaigua VA Medical Center and Rochester VA Outpatient Clinic will be hosting their annual “Pie, Ice Cream & Plant Sale”. This event will be held in the Medical Center’s Building 5 Auditorium from 9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Read More... 

During National Volunteer Week, VA volunteers nationwide will receive recognition for their service to veterans. The Canandaigua VA Medical Center and Rochester VA Outpatient Clinic will honor its volunteers on Thursday, April 23 at 11:30 a.m. at the Burgundy Basin Inn, 1361 Marsh Road Pittsford, NY.Read More... 

On April 11, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. the Canandaigua VA Medical Center Fire Department, located at the Bushwood Lane entrance to the medical center campus, will hold an open house to display its new fire truck. A dedication ceremony will be at 1:00 p.m. Read More... 

On April 13, Major Matthew Barry, MD, Psychiatrist will be speaking at the Canandaigua VA Medical Center Read More... 

To reach out to veterans and their families, VA has created a national educational program, The Veterans' Safe Driving Initiative. Read More... 

The Canandaigua VA Medical Center and Rochester VA Outpatient Clinic are promoting physical activity between March 29, 2009 and June 20, 2009. Read More... 

Veterans being treated at the Rochester VA Outpatient Clinic (ROPC) for some of the specialty care services are being re-located to the Clinton Crossings Medical Complex – Building B at 919 Westfall Road Rochester, NY 14618 April 1, 2009 Read More... 

Artwork by veterans will be on display to the public at the Canandaigua VA Medical Center on March 11, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Read More... 

On March 18th at 1:30 p.m., the Canandaigua VA Medical Center will present a musical event titled “American Bandstand”. This event is open to the public and is free of charge. Read More... 

On March 3 at 7:00 p.m., the Rochester VA Outpatient Clinic located at 465 Westfall Rd, Rochester, NY will hold a forum for all community members interested in VA Health Care issues and updates. Read More... 

On February 19, the Canandaigua VA Medical Center will celebrate Black History Month. This event will be held in the Building 5 auditorium from 1 – 3 pm. Read More... 

Margaret Owens was appointed Associate Director at the Canandaigua VA Medical Center and Rochester VA Outpatient Clinic in January, 2009 Read More... 

The annual “National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans” week of events will be held February 8 -14. Canandaigua VA Medical Center Voluntary Service, in conjunction with several other sponsors, will be hosting a variety of activities for hospitalized veteran patients Read More... 

On February 3rd, 1943, when the USS Dorchester was mortally struck, four chaplains went down together with the ship.On February 3, 2009 an Interfaith Memorial Service in honor of these four Armed Forces Chaplains will be held at the Canandaigua VA Medical Center. The service will start at 2:00 p.m. in the Building 5 Auditorium. Read More... 

On Thursday, February 26 at 7:00 p.m. in the Building 5 Auditorium, The Department of Veterans Affairs hereby provides notice of a public hearing to present VA’s proposal and receive views for an Enhanced-Use Lease of certain property. Read More... 

Artwork by veterans will be on display to the public at the Canandaigua VA Medical Center on March 11, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Read More... 

On January 12, the Canandaigua VA Medical Center will host a program to honor Dr. Martin Luther King. This event will be held in the Building 5 Auditorium from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend. Read More... 

On December 21, the Canandaigua VA Medical Center held its annual holiday gift distribution event. Read More... 

On Tuesday December 30, the Canandaigua VA Medical Center will host a Kwanzaa Celebration. This event will be held in Building 5 Auditorium at 1:30 p.m. Acclaimed storyteller Karima Amin will explain the symbols of the holiday and entertain with stories, drumming and songs. Read More... 

On November 23 - 24, the American Legion Auxiliary sponsored a holiday gift shop at the Canandaigua VA Medical Center. Read More... 

This year’s Canandaigua VA Medical Center “Gift Wrap” will be held on Wednesday, December 17th, at 1:00 p.m. in the medical center’s Building 5 Auditorium. Volunteers will meet again in the auditorium on Sunday, December 21st at 12:30 p.m. for the annual gift distribution. Read More... 

On December 4th, at 2:00 p.m. the Canandaigua VA Medical Center will hold a Pearl Harbor Remembrance ceremony. This event is open to the public and will be held in the Building #5 Auditorium. The Canandaigua VA Medical Center is located at 400 Fort Hill Avenue, Canandaigua, NY. Read More... 

The Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Transportation Program needs volunteer drivers to provide Veterans round-trip service to the Syracuse VA Medical Center. Volunteer drivers are also needed to provide transportation to and from VA Outpatient Clinics located in Massena, Rome, Carthage, Oswego, Auburn, Cortland, Ithaca and Binghamton. Read More... 

VA Hosts a free VA enrollment event in Rome on June 12th and 13th to support veterans who are dealing with these issues. Americans are experiencing the greatest economic challenges since the Great Depression. Unemployment, the loss of small businesses, corporations, banks, the lack of affordable healthcare coverage, the disappearance of home ownership, and the lack of funds for a college education are the issues and the list goes on. Read More... 

Veterans can now receive VA health care in Springville, New York located at 27 Franklin Street. The clinic is a satellite location of VA Western New York Healthcare System’s Lackawanna community based outpatient clinic contracted with The Catholic Health System. . Read More... 

On Wednesday, July 8 at 11:00 a.m., VA Western New York Healthcare System will be holding a pep rally for local wheelchair veterans who are headed to Spokane, Washington to compete in the 29th National Veterans Wheelchair Games. Read More... 

Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center at Batavia has proudly cared for our Nation’s Veterans since the first patients arrived on April 30, 1934. Read More... 

Veterans in Dunkirk and surrounding areas can learn about their VA health care and other veterans benefits at an event being held at the VA clinic in Dunkirk, 166 East Fourth Street, Saturday, June 20 from 10am to 1pm. Read More... 

A special event for Women Veterans will be held Saturday, June 6 from 9:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m. at the Lackawanna VA Outpatient Clinic, 227 Ridge Road. Read More... 

Memorial Day Service by flagpole at Batavia site, 222 Richmond Avenue on Monday, May 25 at 8:30 am. Traditional Memorial Day Ceremony at Buffalo site, 3495 Bailey Avenue on Saturday, May 30 at 1:00 pm in Freedom Hall, room 301. Read More... 

The Buffalo Vet Center has announced Jim Becker as the newest member the counseling staff. Mr. Becker is the center’s new Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) Outreach Counselor, providing outreach, information, referral, and other assistance services to veterans of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Read More... 

Jill Barrett LaMantia, RN MSN NP is the new women Veterans Program Manager at VA Western New York Healthcare System. Her responsibilities include strategic planning and coordination of comprehensive care for women Veterans. Read More... 

VA WNY Healthcare System Health Care for Homeless Veterans Program and WNY Veterans Housing Coalition will sponsor a stand down event for veterans on Thursday, May 21, 2009, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The stand down will take place at the Central city Cafe, AME Zion Church, 174 E. Eagle St. in downtown Buffalo. Read More... 

In celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, on Monday, May 11, VA Western New York Healthcare System presents “A Showcase of Japanese Performing Arts & Culture” at the Buffalo site, 3495 Bailey Avenue in Freedom Hall, Room 301, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Read More... 

VA Western NY Healthcare System in partnership with Headway of WNY, Inc. will hold a monthly support group for families and caregivers of Veterans who have suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) while serving in Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom (OEF/OIF). Read More... 

VA Western New York Healthcare System has a series of Government Goes Green theme events being celebrated during the week of May 4 -8. Trees will be planted Monday, May 4 at Batavia, at 10:00 a.m. behind Building 1, and in Buffalo, at 2:00 p.m. next to the sidewalk by the Bailey Avenue entrance. Read More... 

VA Western New York Healthcare System will hold a service Tuesday, April 21, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. in Freedom Hall, room 301 at the Buffalo site, 3495 Bailey Avenue, in remembrance of the Holocaust. Read More... 

VA Western New York Healthcare System has a series of Government Goes Green theme events being celebrated during the week of May 4 -8. Trees will be planted Monday, May 4 at Batavia, at 10:00 a.m. behind Building 1, and in Buffalo, at 2:00 p.m. next to the sidewalk by the Bailey Avenue entrance. Read More... 

VA Western New York Healthcare System will hold a service Tuesday, April 21, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. in Freedom Hall, room 301 at the Buffalo site, 3495 Bailey Avenue, in remembrance of the Holocaust. Read More... 

A local non-profit organization, Bunkers In Baghdad, is donating golf equipment to VA Western New York Healthcare System, Recreational Therapy program, 3495 Bailey Avenue on Wednesday, March 18 at 10 a.m. in Veterans Park; rain location room 301. Read More... 

On Monday, March 16, employees at VA Western New York Healthcare System will celebrate 20 years of the Department of Veterans Affairs at the Cabinet level. A cake cutting ceremony will take place at the Batavia site at 1:00 p.m. in Building 2 at the Buffalo site in room 1104 at 2:30 p.m. Read More... 

Local U. S. Marine Veteran and athlete, Jake Hipps will sign boxes of Cheerios with his picture competing in The National Veterans Wheelchair games. The autograph session will take place outside the Veterans Canteen Service Retail store in the basement of VA Western New York Healthcare System, 3495 Bailey Avenue, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Read More... 

VA Western New York Healthcare System’s Buffalo site, 3495 Bailey Avenue, will host the local Veterans Creative Arts Festival on Thursday, February 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Freedom Hall (Room 301). The public is invited. Read More... 

On Wednesday, February 25, 2009, veterans with disabilities will be treated to a day of skiing hosted by the Lounsbury Adaptive Ski Program at Holiday Valley Ski Resort in Ellicottville, New York. Read More... 

Beginning Monday, March 2, 2009, VA Western New York Healthcare System’s Jamestown community based out-patient clinic will be moving to a new location; 610 3rd Street. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. with free parking. Read More... 

Over twenty different sponsors throughout Western New York helped to purchase new vans for the Disabled American Veterans Volunteer Transportation Network at VA Western New York Healthcare System. Read More... 

Veterans in Lockport and surrounding areas can learn about their VA health care and other veterans benefits at an event being held at the VA clinic in Lockport, 5883 Snyder Drive, Saturday, February 21 from 10am to 1pm. Read More... 

VA Western New York Healthcare System invites the public to participate in open-house activities Feb. 8-14 during the National Salute to Veterans which includes an open house Friday, February 13 at 1:00 p.m. in Freedom Hall, room 301. Read More... 

VA Western New York Healthcare System will hold a service on Sunday, February 1 at 2 p.m. at the Buffalo site, 3495 Bailey Avenue in Freedom Hall, room 301 in remembrance of the Four Chaplains who lost their lives during an extraordinary act of heroism during World War II. Read More... 

VA Western New York Healthcare System will celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at a ceremony, Friday, January 16, 2009 at 11:30am in Freedom Hall, room 301 at the Buffalo site, 3495 Bailey Avenue. Read More... 

The 82nd Airborne Niagara Frontier Chapter will be distributing gifts to patient units at the Buffalo VA, 3495 Bailey Avenue. The gift distribution will take place on Christmas Day, Thursday, December 25 at 1:30 pm. Read More... 

Dr. Miguel Rainstein was appointed Chief of Staff, VA Western New York Healthcare System, Buffalo, NY effective December 7, 2008. Read More... 

David J. West, FACHE has been named Interim Medical Center Director at VA Western New York Healthcare System effective December 7. VA Western New York Healthcare System includes medical centers in Buffalo, Batavia and seven community based out patient clinics. Read More...