 
We have to begin somewhere on our journey toward building healthy eating and drinking habits. It’s easier said than done: With all the news and advice available on food and drink, making the right dietary choices can feel overwhelming. Start slowly and mindfully. The Circle of Health: Food and Drink webpage gives Veterans a foundation for understanding how informed food and drink decisions can fuel and nourish rather than harm. Equipped with this knowledge, Veterans can create SMART goals that will help them eat and drink better and support their Whole Health.
Are you interested in starting your journey toward building healthy eating and drinking habits? If so, get connected with a Health and Wellness Coach at VA Long Beach today! To enroll, 1) stop by the Veterans Resource Center (Building 165, Room C108, 2) Call (562) 826-8000, ext. 1-8670, and/or 3) Ask your healthcare team to place a Whole Health consult.
 It's not too late to get your flu and COVID-19 vaccines! Protect yourself and your community today.
Appointments are preferred. Please call 562-826-5151 from 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. to schedule, or ask for a vaccine at your next appointment.
 
Attention Artists: The 2025 National Veterans Day Poster Contest is now open for submissions.
Here’s your opportunity to show off your talent and use your artwork to honor Veterans. VA and the Veterans Day National Committee are now accepting entries for the 2025 Veterans Day Poster Contest. Submissions are due by 8:59 p.m. PT on May 2, 2025.
This contest is open to all, and your art should reflect this year’s theme: “Service to our Nation.”
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VA Long Beach Healthcare System
Women Veterans Town Hall
Wednesday, March 19
5:30-6:30 p.m. PT
Virtual Meeting
Get information on:
Women's History Month
Whole Health
Breast Cancer Screening
Maternity Care
 Join us to welcome home our Vietnam Veterans during our Vietnam War Veterans Day Event!
March 28, 2025
8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Patriot Park
Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center
Food and drinks will be provided.
Live music by the Long Beach Blues Society from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
 Calling all enrolled Veterans! Got 15-20 minutes? Join us for a Healing Touch treatment! This energy treatment is a relaxing, nurturing, heart-centered energy therapy that uses gentle, intentional touch that assists in balancing physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. It's complementary to standard medical care.
Healing Touch is beneficial in calming anxiety and reducing symptoms of depression, decreasing pain, strengthening the immune system, enhancing recovery from surgery, complementing care for neck and spine problems, deepening spiritual connection, supporting cancer care, creating a sense of well-being, easing acute and chronic conditions, and supporting resiliency in health care providers. Fifteen minute treatments are given as you sit in a chair.
Meet us in building 166, room F235. No appointment needed, just show up. We are here from 11:00-Noon the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Thursdays of every month. Bring a Veteran friend!
 
 When: March, 14, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where: Golden West College (MPR 100)
Join the California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) and the Coast Community College District in an event that brings together numerous organizations from across the region who can help you get in touch with the different programs, benefits, and services available to you and your family members.
Food will be provided to all who register.
For more information, call 714-892-7711 ext. 55144 or email.
Register
 When: March, 29, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - noon
Where: Sid Goldstein Freedom Park
The city of Westminster will host a commemoration event to formally honor and thank all American Veterans who served during the Vietnam War.
- Light refreshments
- Guest speakers
- Ceremonial certificate presentations
For more information, call 714-895-2878 or visit the City of Westminster website.
 
 The Long Beach Veterans Banner Program is accepting nominations until March 31, 2025. Nominate a Veteran to be honored with a light pole banner.
Veteran honoree must have:
- served honorably
- a connection to Long Beach
For more information, call 562-570-4035
Download the Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents and Survivors handbook online or pick up a printed copy at your local medical center, regional office or Vet Center for free.
We hope you find Health & Heroes a helpful resource to keep you informed about the many great resources and services available at VA Long Beach Healthcare System (VALBHS). We look forward to highlighting and sharing stories about our Veterans and the dedicated team members who are entrusted with your care.
We want you to have the information you need to manage your health and live your healthiest life. We're excited to bring you Health & Heroes and hope you enjoy our facility magazine!
 Are you a Veteran but you're not sure where to start with the VA? Check out the VA Resource Navigator, a short, sweet combination of all the most valuable resources to get you started on your way to VA benefits and health care.
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