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News & Announcements:

No-Cost VA Flu/COVID Shots for Eligible Veterans

It’s time to get a flu/COVID shot! Visit one of VA Maine's upcoming Drive-Up Flu/COVID events to get your flu shot this flu season.


VA Maine Today - VA Maine's Research Program

Did you know that VA Maine has a research program? In this month’s episode you will learn more about this great program and how you or a loved one could take part or get involved. VA Maine Today is our video series that aims to keep Maine Veterans up-to-date on what is happening in our health care system. Please join us and watch VA Maine Today and share it with others.

 

Upcoming Events:

Drug Take Back Day

VA Is hosting its designated Medication Take Back Day to coincide with the bi-annual US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Prescription Take Back Day.

When: Sat Oct. 26, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. ET

Where: Togus VA Medical Center, Building 200 Lobby


Come get your spook on and participate in the 2nd annual Togus Fire Department-Touch a Truck/Trunk or Treat. Come meet your local 1st responders, learn about fire safety, fun, games and get some candy. 

When: Sun Oct. 27, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. ET

Where: Togus VA Medical Center Parking lot 1 (Across the street from Building 205)


Veterans and Community Connection Expo

Welcome to the Veterans and Community Connection Expo at Cabela's! Join us for a day filled with networking, resources, and support for our Veterans, service members, survivors and their families.

When: Sun Nov. 3, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. ET

Where: 100 Cabela Boulevard, Scarborough, ME


Veteran Geriatrics & Extended Care Townhall & Resource Fair

Veterans, families, and caregivers come learn about VA Geriatric and Extended Care (GEC) focused programs.

When: Sun Nov. 3, 2024, 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. ET

Where: 60 Val Halla Rd., Cumberland, ME


Veterans Day Ceremony

Please join us in honoring all who have served in the United States military at VA Maine's annual Veterans Day Ceremony.

When: Mon Nov. 11, 2024, 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. ET

Where: Togus VA Medical Center, Flagpole commons outside of Building 200

 

A Veteran Artists Celebration

Join us for an afternoon honoring the creativity of Maine Veteran artists, featuring live performances and a Quilts of Valor ceremony.

When: Wed Nov. 13, 2024, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. ET

Where: Togus VA Medical Center Togus Theater, Building 210, 1st Floor, Togus (Augusta)