Too hot to cook? Try these no-cook meals
August can be hot—too hot to cook. A meal made in a hot oven may be the last thing you want when the temperature rises.
To help you stay cool, here are some ideas for delicious and healthy no-cook meals that are quick, easy and refreshing.
Read more learn about simple no-cook recipes for hot days.
Preparing for natural disasters
As natural disaster season approaches, now is the time to prepare for evacuations, financial challenges, an increase in scams and impacts to mental or physical health services. While it may feel overwhelming, VA wants Veterans to be prepared to navigate the challenges resulting from extreme weather.
Learn more about disaster preparedness.
Join us Tuesday, August 26 in the Building 80 Lobby form 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to learn more about how to reduce risks whether for yourself or someone you care about. Also, learn about support and resources available at the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System.
Ask about FREE naloxone (Narcan) medication disposal bags.
Veterans that are unable to attend can request a naloxone kit can contact the SAVAHCS at 520-792-1450 extension 1-6581.
CBT Menopause Therapy Group
The Cognitive-Behavioral Group (CBT) Menopause Therapy Group will start on Monday, September 15!
The group offers support at any stage on perimenopause or menopause. The purpose of the group is to offer support, coping mechanisms and, therapeutic options.
If you are interested, please call 520-792-1450 ext. 1-6166 for more information.
Volunteers Opportunities Available
Volunteer Driver Program
Make a Difference as a Volunteer Driver!
In the past year, our amazing DAV volunteer drivers provided over 1,049 rides for Veterans.
We are seeking more volunteer drivers around Sierra Vista, Casa Grande, and Yuma to help transport Veterans to their medical appointments in Tucson.
For details on how to become a volunteer driver, get in touch with the SAVAHCS Center for Development and Civic Engagement Office (CDCE) at (520) 629-1822.
Volunteer Visitors Program
The Southern Arizona VA Health Care System seeks volunteers to visit homebound and isolated Veterans. As a Volunteer Visitor, you'll provide social interaction without any hands-on care, giving caregivers a needed break. Activities include conversations, art, games, walks, gardening, and hobbies. Initial registration requires trips to Tucson VA Medical Center; ongoing assignments will be near the volunteer's residence. The flexible schedule averages 1-4 hours per week.
To apply or for more information on volunteer opportunities at the contact the Tucson
VA CDCE Office at (520) 629-1822 or email TucsonCDCE@va.gov.
Southern Arizona VA Health Care System Fisher House
The Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) Fisher House located on the campus of the Tucson VA Medical Center provides a "home away from home" for loved ones of Veterans or Active Duty personnel receiving inpatient care from the Tucson VA.
The SAVAHCS Fisher House has 16 suites with private bedrooms and baths. Families share a common kitchen, laundry facilities, a warm dining room, and an inviting living room.
Families/loved ones of Veterans can lodge free of charge for as long as the Veteran is hospitalized based on availability.
To be eligible to stay at a Fisher House, family members must live at least 50 miles away from the VA campus and must be capable of self-care.
Referrals are normally completed by your social worker or medical provider.
Please visit our website by scanning the QR code (https://www.va.gov/southern-arizona-health-care/work-with-us/volunteer-or-donate/southern-arizona-va-health-care-system-savahcs-fisher-house)or reach out to the Fisher House team at Arizona.fisherhouse@va.gov or call us at 520-838-3680 for any questions you may have on the Fisher House.
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Gila River Indian Community Veteran and Family Services Office Enrollment and Claims Clinic
 Join us for a special collaboration between the Phoenix VA, Tucson VA, and the Gila River Indian Community to bring vital services to our Native and rural Veterans.
Available Resources:
- PACT Act Claims Clinic
- Eligibility and Enrollment for VA Health Care
- Mental health support
- Telehealth services
- Social Work services
- Native American Direct Home Loan Assistance
The event will take place at Gila River/Sacaton Multi-Purpose Bldg. District 3 at 18 East Pima St. Sacaton, AZ from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
For more information about the event, please contact the Phoenix VA Rural Health Coordinator at 602-288-2856.
16th Gathering of American Indian Veterans
 Join us for the 16th Gathering of American Indian Veterans on September 6 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Casio Del Sol Conference Center at 5655 W. Valencia Rd. Tucson AZ, 85757.
There will be several VA and Community Resources on hand providing information.
For more information on the event, please call 520-792-1450 extension 1-6622.
VA Resource Navigator
Are you a Veteran but you're not sure where to start with the VA?
Check out the new 2025 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.
VA is here for you
1-800-MyVA411 (800-698-2411) is always the right number.
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