COVID Health Protection Level Upgraded to "High"
Due to the rising cases and hospitalization rates of COVID in the local community based on CDC metrics and the Veterans Health Administration, our facility is currently in the “HIGH/RED” status for our COVID posture.
-Everyone must wear a mask and practice physical distancing; only 4 people per elevator.
-We are currently asking that you self-screen for COVID-19 symptoms prior to coming to the medical center.
-Approved visitors only. Ask your care team who can visit.
-Ask your team about phone or video appointment options.
Please visit our website for more information.
 Upcoming Events:
Virtual PACT Act Symposium
Thursday, December 16th, 1pm-4pm EST
Link to Join
Call-In (Audio Only):
1-404-397-1596 USA Toll Number
Access code:
2763 374 0710
VA Long Beach Virtual Veteran Town Hall
Tuesday, January 10th, 6pm-7pm
Link to Join
This Virtual Veteran Town Hall will focus mainly on the PACT Act and will also be live-streaming on the VA Long Beach Healthcare System Facebook page during the event.
PACT Act Event
Saturday, January 21st, 8am-4pm
Santa Ana Community Based Outpatient Clinic
Stay tuned for more details!
 The Veterans Legal Institute is partnering with VA Long Beach for a Legal Clinic on Friday, January 13th from 9AM - 10:30AM in Building 165, Rm C209B at VA Long Beach!
Please note that all Veterans must complete the online application found on www.vetslegal.org prior to attending the clinic (at the beginning of the description of your matter, type "VA LONG BEACH CLINIC APPOINTMENT REQUESTED").
For assistance on filling out the application, please call Veterans Legal Institute at (714) 884-4421.
*Please bring a copy of your DD214 if you have it available.
 During this holiday season, take a moment to engage in self-care to stay balanced and connected. Whole Health considers many aspects of self-care, focusing on the mind, body, and even the soul. In December, our Whole Health focus is on spirit and soul:
- Spirituality can give your life meaning and purpose by connecting with something greater than yourself.
- Spirituality is unique to each person and can be religious or not.
- A healthy spiritual life improves physical and mental health.
This video discusses what spirituality is, how it affects physical and mental health, and ideas for improving your spiritual life or practice.
Check out this educational handout to explore what spirituality means to them and how to improve it, whether through organized religion or other spiritual practice.
Read how one Veteran credits his faith and Whole Health with big improvements in his well-being in this feature story.
 It is the perfect time to get your flu shot and updated COVID booster before the holidays! Flu shots are available at any clinical area and CBOC. Flu shots are available to Veterans and VA Long Beach HCS employees.
VA Long Beach HCS is also offering updated Moderna COVID-19 booster doses. Boosters are available to Veterans, spouses, caregivers, beneficiaries, and VALBHS employees over the age of 18.
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