Some connections never fade. Nearly 50 years after U.S. Air Force Capt. Dennis Wilkinson was declared missing in action during the Vietnam War, a bracelet bearing his name found its way back to his family — thanks to a fellow Veteran who never gave up searching. Read the moving story of remembrance, perseverance, and the enduring bonds between Veterans and their families. 🔗 Read The Long Way Home: va.gov/west-palm-beach-healt… #Veterans #NeverForget #POW #MIA #WestPalmBeachVA

Behind every prescription is a team dedicated to your health. Today kicks off Pharmacy Week! We are proud to recognize the vital role our pharmacy professionals play in patient care and medication safety. Thank you for all you do!

Wrapping up Sterile Processing Week with our incredibly dedicated crew! Another week of keeping patients safe, mastering the instrument trays, and getting the job done together. We couldn't ask for a better team to clock in with every day!

Last week, we hosted our Breast Cancer Awareness event. We are still incredibly moved by the turnout of Veterans, staff, and community members who came together to show support and raise awareness. The event may be behind us, but the conversation around early detection doesn't stop. Mammograms saves lives, and our women Veterans. Call today to make an appointment: (561) 422-1236 #BreastCancerAwareness

A white cane represents independence, safety, and equality. Today for White Cane Day, the West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System opened the doors of the Blind Rehabilitation Center for a special open house. Guests received a firsthand look at the essential skills training, daily living strategies, and cutting-edge adaptive tools that empower visually impaired Veterans to live life to the fullest. Sarge also stopped by to greet Veterans and learn about the program. Thank you to everyone who made today a success. Learn about the about the Blind Rehabilitation program by visiting West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System's website: va.gov/west-palm-beach-healt… #WhiteCaneDay #WestPalmBeach #VeteranCare

What you need to know as you approach 65: • Timing matters. Your Medicare enrollment window runs from 3 months before to 3 months after the month you turn 65. Missing it can mean a lifelong penalty on your Part B premium. If you have missed yours, ask Social Security about a Special or General Enrollment Period. • VA is its own system. There is no enrollment fee for all Veterans, and no bill to Medicare or TFL for care you receive at VA. • TFL fills the gaps. Once active, TRICARE For Life covers deductibles, copays, and extras that Medicare alone does not, such as routine eye exams. • Access can change over time. Your VA priority, local wait times, and health needs may shift. Medicare keeps that door open. • VA and TFL work together. Enrolling in one does not cancel the other.

Join us at the Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge on October 24, 2026, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Veterans will be able to connect with VA Healthcare services, learn about the wildlife refuge, obtain free lifetime federal recreational land passes and participate in catch-and-release fishing workshops.

In recognition of the upcoming Columbus Day federal holiday, VA administrative offices and outpatient clinics will be closed on Monday, October 12th. Need urgent or tele-emergency care? Call the Clinical Contact Center at 1-877-741-3400 for 24/7 support or visit an in-network urgent care facility. Find one at va.gov/find-locations

Happy National Healthcare Food Service Workers Week to the incredible team at the West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System! Food is medicine and our dedicated team work tirelessly behind the scenes to serve nutritious, comforting meals to our Veterans every single day. From tailoring specialized clinical diets to delivering meals with a smile, your hard work keeps our Veterans healthy, fueled and cared for. #HealthcareFoodServiceWeek

Big milestones at the Thomas H. Corey VA Medical Center! We are incredibly proud to celebrate the newest graduates of our Post-Baccalaureate Registered Nurse Residency Program. Over the past year, they have worked hard to transition from classroom to the frontline of healthcare. Thank you for your commitment to excellence and for choosing to provide world-class care to our Veterans.

During a special World War II Veteran Recognition Ceremony at the Thomas H. Corey VA Medical Center, nine Veterans received a letter and commemorative challenge coin from the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. These Veterans served in the U.S. Armed Forces between 1941 and 1946. On behalf of the West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System, thank you for your service. #Veterans #WWII #WestPalmBeach

Earlier this week we gathered for the 2026 Community Mental Health Summit to focus on a vital mission: supporting our Veterans. From breaking the stigma to expanding access to care, the message was clear, no Veteran should ever fight their battles alone. If you or a Veteran you know is struggling, support is always available 24/7 by calling 988 (Press 1).

Throwing it back to last week's Service Dog Awareness Event!🐾 We loved meeting everyone and sharing how these incredible animals change lives every day. A huge thank you to our community for showing up, learning, and supporting these heroes with four paws. Missed this event? Keep an eye on our page for upcoming events!

Protect your circle. Get your flu shot early and keep your household healthy all season long. Ask your care team about getting your flu vaccine at your next appointment or visit one of the West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System locations during walk-in hours: Thomas H. Corey VA Medical Center and the Indian River and Delray Beach VA Clinics: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Fort Pierce, Boca Raton, Okeechobee, Vero Beach and Stuart Community-Based Outpatient Clinics: Monday - Friday, 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Today is World Alzheimer's Day — a day dedicated to raising awareness and understanding for the millions living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. What if, for just a few minutes, you couldn't see clearly, hear properly, or trust your own hands? At the Thomas H. Corey VA Medical Center, staff are taking part in a dementia simulation training designed to do exactly that — giving them a firsthand glimpse into what many Veterans living with dementia experience every day. Read the full story on the training shaping how our team cares for Veterans. 🔗 va.gov/west-palm-beach-healt… #WeAreVA #VeteranCare #DementiaAwareness

The 2026 Community Mental Health Summit is tomorrow, September 22, at Mounts Botanical Garden from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Join us for a day focused on the conversations that matter: suicide prevention, understanding VA community care, and Veteran homelessness. Whether you're a Veteran, caregiver, provider, or community member, this summit is for you. Where? Mounts Botanical Garden When? Tomorrow, September 22 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

🐾 It's National Service Dog Day, a perfect time to celebrate the four-legged heroes supporting our Veterans, including therapy dogs like Honey. 28 seconds. That's how long it took Honey to calm a veteran's racing heart in the ER, settling quietly beside him as his heart rate and blood pressure dropped. Read the full story 👇 va.gov/west-palm-beach-healt… #NationalServiceDogDay #VeteranStrong #TherapyDogs #VAHealthcare

Today, we remember and honor Americans who were prisoners of war and those who served our nation and never returned home. National POW/MIA Recognition Day is an opportunity to renew our commitment to the promise that none are forgotten or left behind.

Protect yourself and protect others this flu season! Ask your care team about getting your flu vaccine. Walk-ins are available throughout the West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System. West Palm Beach, Delray Beach, and Indian River. Mon-Fri 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Fort Pierce, Boca Raton, Okeechobee, Vero Beach, and Stuart. Mon-Fri 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.

For 92-year-old Army Veteran Ron Singer, photography is not simply a hobby. It is, as he put it, “life.” When his longtime camera stopped working, a search for a replacement led to an unexpected connection: a camera once owned by a fellow Army Veteran found a new home with Singer. Now, Grumpy is back behind the lens capturing "the moments you don’t always remember.” Read the story on our Stories webpage: va.gov/west-palm-beach-healt…