Upcoming Events at Syracuse VA

Syracuse VA Medical Center invites you to participate in the following upcoming events scheduled throughout July, August and September! 

Join our VA Team. Experience the VA Difference!

Visit with VA representatives at these upcoming events. Apply for opportunities at www.usajobs.gov

July 14: Thursday, from 3 to 8 p.m. at the Institute of Veterans and Military Families Center, located on the SU campus at 150 Crouse Drive, Syracuse.

July 23: Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Best Western, located at 6605 Old Collamer South, East Syracuse.

August 13: Saturday, at Clear Path For Veterans "Back to School Festival", located at 1223 Salt Springs Rd, Chittenango, NY 13037.

August 24 to September 5, at the New York State Fairgrounds, located at 581 State Fair Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13209.

Email VA your resume!

• Nursing to megan.queary@va.gov
• Pharmacy to jennie.lynch@va.gov
• Environmental Service to frank.bogardus@va.gov

VA supports adult  learners and higher education. 

Open to all Veterans. Visit and talk to representatives from many area colleges.VA garage parking available.  Masking and entrance screening protocols apply.

Female Veterans are invited to meet with VA Women's Health Program representatives, ask questions and learn more about community and VA health care services available.

For more information about VA Women's Health programs, call 315-425-4400, extension 53866 or 54022.

Visit with VA Staff at the New York State Fair happening Wednesday, August 24, 2022 through Monday, September 5, 2022.  Learn more about health care services available to you.  Visit with VA Recruitment staff to learn more about joining our team to achieve greater things!

Sign up for a VA Whole Health group and let VA help you discover what matters most to you:  

• Chronic Pain Group (virtual): Dr. referral required. Next 6 week session runs August 4 to September 8, on Thursdays, from 12 to 1:30 p.m.
• Meditation Group (virtual): Next 4 week session runs August 30 to September 20, on Tuesdays, from 1-2 pm, (20 participants max).  Enroll by calling your Team MSA.
• Virtual Meditative Painting Group (virtual): Enrollment Deadline September 1, 2022.  Next 8 week session runs September 15 to November 3, Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. (20 participants max). VA will provide all materials to participants at no cost. No Prior Painting Skills Needed!  RSVP to patricia.godfrey@va.gov or 315-412-6945.
• Veteran X Group (via VVC): Mondays, from 2-3:30 p.m.  Group will involve activities to enhance your understanding of how to engage with PACT, BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, and other programs to help you navigate and streamline your healthcare experience. Created for Veterans new to VA​ who may have a new medical or mental health diagnosis​ and are seeking ways to increase socialization.  To enroll, email or call: brad.webster@va.gov or (315)-334-7100 ext. 57327 or​judy.sexton@va.gov or (716)435-3694.
• Veteran Hope Group (via VVC, for Women Veterans only): Tuesdays from 2 to 3:30 p.m.  Group will involve activities to enhance your understanding of how to engage with PACT, BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, and other programs to help you navigate and streamline your healthcare experience.  Created for Veterans new to VA​ who may have a new medical or mental health diagnosis​ and are seeking ways to increase socialization. To enroll, email or call brad.webster@va.gov/ (315)-334-7100 ext. 57327 or​judy.sexton@va.gov/(716)435-3694.
• Mind based Stress Reduction Group (virtual) : Wednesdays, from 1pm to 2:30 p.m.   Call 315-425-4400 x 54409 or 315-382-4949 to enroll.

• Take Charge of your Life Group (WebEx): Thursdays, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Next session runs August 4 to September 29.  Call 315-425-4400 x 54409 or 315-382-4949 to enroll.

• Women’s Mindfulness Group (WebEx): Fridays, from 2:15 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. Call 941-249-7160 or 315-382-4949 to enroll.

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