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Minneapolis VA - August 2024
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Team Minnesota at the National Veteran Wheelchair Games, in New Orleans.
Overcoming the impacts of MS through the Wheelchair Games
Rob York of Woodbury, is one of nearly 20 Veterans from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System who competed in the 43rd National Veterans Wheelchair Games in New Orleans.
“The games help me get out of the funk of what I thought I couldn’t do. Especially seeing other people do the things that I never thought I could do,” said York when asked what the Wheelchair Games are all about. ...read more
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Flu vaccination is your best protection against the flu, which usually begins in the fall and can continue through late spring.
Flu Shot Availability
Minneapolis VA Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC): Thursdays, September 26, October 3, and October 10, from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Minneapolis VA Medical Center, in the auditorium: Thursdays, September 26, October 3, and October 10, from 1:00-3:30 p.m.
Eligible Veterans can also get a no-cost flu shot within your community from one of nearly 65,000 in-network pharmacies or urgent care locations. Use our on-line VA locator.
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This award is given to only two businesses this year, from hundreds of nominations received by Minnesota ESGR, that have demonstrated the greatest level of support to Guard and Reserve employees through their leadership and practices, including adopting personnel policies that make it easier for employees to participate in the National Guard and Reserves. The Pro Patria Award, which was presented during Military Appreciation Day at the Minnesota State Fair, is the highest level award an ESGR State Committee may present to an employer. ...read more
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Marian's connection to healthcare runs deep, her father was a small-town general practitioner and she would accompany him on his hospital rounds. This experience led Marian to a nursing career. Her connection to the military community developed because her husband served in the Army and received oncology care here at the Minneapolis VA. Marian decided to volunteer because of the kindness and care she received from the oncology employees during her husband's treatments. ...read more
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Leaders at the Minneapolis VA Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC) have observed notable improvements in team dynamics and Veteran care after participating in the High Reliability Leadership Academy (HRLA).
HRLA is a five-day leadership academy focused on equipping leaders with the skills to cultivate stronger teams while focusing on continuous process improvement which directly ties into the VA’s health care priority of becoming a High Reliability Organization (HRO). HRO includes delivering the safest, highest-quality care possible for Veterans and providing the best environment, training, and resources for our employees. ...read more
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Grand Rapids resident and Minnesota Army National Guard Veteran Sandi Braunstein is competing with 18 fellow Veterans from the Minneapolis VA during the 43rd National Veterans Wheelchair Games. Sandi joined the Minnesota Army National Guard after High School graduation from Morris Area High School. Just months into her initial training, she was injured in two accidents back-to-back which led to seven surgeries over ten years and resulted in a left leg amputation in 2019. ...read more
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Upcoming Events
Veteran and Caregiver Virtual Townhall Thurs. Sept.12, at 11 a.m.
New Patient Orientation - Ease into your Minneapolis VA health care experience with expert advice from our dedicated team. Wed. Sept.11, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. All are welcome.
JOINT MILITARY SERVICES Retiree PROGRAM – Sat. Sept. 07, at Treasure Island Hotel/Casino. VA Healthcare Benefits & Services, briefing by Pat Kelly, Minneapolis VA Medical Director.
Visit our website for upcoming events at Events | VA Minneapolis Health Care | Veterans Affairs
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Minneapolis VA Key Service Contact Numbers
Veteran Crisis Line: 988 - Available 24/7
Billing Customer Service desk – 612-467-1298
Medical Records/Release of Information: 614-388-7399 - M-F, 8:00 a.m.-noon and 1:00-4:30 p.m.
Patient Advocates: 612- 467-2102 - M-F, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Enrollment and Eligibility: 612-467-2019 - M-F, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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