Wilmington VA Newsletter: VA Health Care Outperforms Non-VA Care

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September 9, 2024

In The News

VA health care outperforms non-VA care in two independent, nationwide quality and patient satisfaction reviews

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced that VA hospitals outperformed non-VA hospitals in two major independent, nationwide reviews for patient satisfaction and care quality:

  • Patient Satisfaction Survey: VA outperformed non-VA hospitals in the most recent Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems star ratings, with 79% of VA facilities receiving a summary star rating of 4 or 5 stars compared to 40% of non-VA hospitals. This represents the ninth consecutive quarter in which VA facilities have outperformed non-VA counterparts.
  • Hospital Quality Ratings: In this year’s CMS Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings, more than 58% of VA hospitals included received 4- or 5-star ratings compared to 40% of non-VA hospitals. This is only the second year VA hospitals have been included in this review, and VA has outperformed non-VA health care in both years.

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VA awards over $800 million in grants to help homeless and at-risk Veterans and their families

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced it will award $806.4 million in grants to help homeless and at-risk Veterans through the Supportive Services for Veteran Families and Homeless Providers Grant and Per Diem programs.

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This Month

Suicide Prevention Month

For Suicide Prevention Month come paint a rock to be displayed at the Wilmington VA Medical Center Zen Den Rock Garden while learning about our Suicide Prevention Program. Rock painting will be from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the following dates and locations:

Sept. 23 & 25 at WVAMC
Sept. 23 at Kent County VA Clinic
Sept. 24 Sussex and Atlantic County VA Clinic
Sept. 26 Cumberland and Cape May County VA Clinic 

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Pharmacogenomics

Join us on the first Tuesday of every month at 10 a.m. on teams to learn how a one-time blood test empowers you to actively participate in your personalized treatment journey. Pharmacogenomics (PGx) looks at your genes to reveal how your body reacts to specific medications. It allows your provider to tailor your medications and therapies for maximum effect and minimum side effects.

Questions or trouble joining? Email VISN4PharmacogenomicsTeam@va.gov or call 206-310-6332.

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Share Your Experience by Participating in a Post-VA Visit Survey

Shortly after a visit or inpatient stay to one of Wilmington VA’s clinics or medical center, Veterans may receive a survey that asks them about their visit. Wilmington VA relies on this feedback from its Veterans to continue to evolve the way it provides care.

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Important Veteran Information

Nominate a Deceased Veteran for the Wilmington VA Veteran Wall of Honor

The Wilmington VA Medical Center is currently looking for Wall of Honor nominations. A new Wall of Honor is first set to be revealed at the Cape May VA Clinic within the next two months.

The Wall of Honor was created to recognize a deceased Veteran who made a significant contribution in their community or during their military service. 

Completed applications and questions can be emailed to pao.wilmington@va.gov.

Applications Here

PACT Act Section 103 Health Care Eligibility

All Veterans who meet the basic service and discharge requirements and who were exposed to toxins and other hazards while serving our country—at home or abroad—can enroll directly in VA care under the PACT Act. Specifically, this applies to three new cohorts:

More PACT Act Info Here!

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VISN 4 Tele Emergency Care

Call 1-833-3874    Available 24/7/365 

Are you experiencing a medical or mental health symptom and unsure what to do? Our nurses are ready 24/7 to help, and our providers can evaluate and determine next steps for treatment.

Important Links

VA Health Chat  VA Health and Benefits App    Enroll in VA Healthcare


August Recap

Donation

 

Donation to Homeless Veterans

Thirteen-year-old Carlyn Singleton donated more than $400 to help homeless Veterans through our HUD-VASH Program. Carlyn raised this money through selling bracelets she made herself!

Learn more about our HUD-VASH Program here.

 

2024 National Veterans Wheelchair Games 

The National Veterans Wheelchair Games is one of the world’s largest annual wheelchair sports event solely for Military Veterans. Wilmington VA had three Veterans attend, U.S. Army and Navy Veteran Crystal Young-Terrell from Delaware, U.S. Navy Veteran John Pepe from Maryland, and U.S. Army Veteran Joshua Fry from Ohio.

To learn more click here.

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Antiques Car Show Display for CLC Residents

The Community Living Center enjoyed an Antiques Car Show display on August 29. Thank you to the Jewish War Veterans Association and the Road Knights Car Club for making this happen!

Upcoming Events

14th Annual Military & Veteran Mental Health Summit

When: September 10, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where: Riverfront Events, 760 Justison St. Wilmington, DE 19801

Wilmington VA Blood Drive

When: September 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: WVAMC at the pavilion

Wilmington VA Homeless & Justice Program, “Leave No Veteran Behind”

When: September 13 from 11:00 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Carousel Park, 3700 Limestone Rd. Wilmington, DE 19808

Veteran Town Hall-Kent County, DE

When: September 19, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 4:30pm                          Where: American Legion Post 2 835 South Bay Rd. Dover, DE 19901

Delaware 2024 Veterans’ Stand Down

When: September 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Schutte Park, 10 Electric Ave. Dover, DE 19904

Out of the Darkness Community Walk

When: September 22, 2024, 9:00 a.m.
Where: Delcastle Recreational Park

Veteran Town Hall-Cumberland County, NJ

When: September 26, 2024 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 4:30pm
Where: VFW Post 1795 70 Manheim Ave. Bridgeton, NJ 08302

Vet Fest

When: September 28, 2024, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Town of White Hall , 801 Mapleton Ave Middletown, DE

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Stay Up to Date Here 

Interested in Working at the Wilmington VA? Make the Difference. Learn about VA Careers by visiting: https://www.vacareers.va.gov/.  

Service members and veterans experiencing a mental health emergency can contact the Veteran Crisis Line at 988 or 1-800-273-8255 and select option 1 for a VA staffer. Veterans, troops or their family members can also text 838255 or visit VeteransCrisisLine.net for assistance.