Largest Annual Wheelchair Games in the World Returning to Richmond this June
Annual Wheelchair Sports Event
View ArticleCulinary School Veterans Treat Hampton Veterans to Special Meal
ECPI University’s Culinary Institute of Virginia (CIV) prepare lunch.
View ArticleAARP Foundation Tax-Aide Serving Hampton Veterans
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Serving Hampton Veterans
View ArticleCaring for those who cared
Hampton VAMC Veteran Elma Bustle shares time with her daughter, and Director DeAnne Seekins.
View ArticleVA Pharmacy Recognized as Customer Customer Service Champion
VA Pharmacy Services Recognized as a Customer Service Champion
View ArticleGathering to Honor and Remember
Americans gather for Memorial Day to remember those men and women of the armed forces who sacrificed their lives in defense our Nation.
View ArticleRestoring the Feeling of Joy through Music
Guitar for Veterans volunteer music therapy program at the Hampton VA Medical Center.
View ArticleHampton VAMC Vet to Compete in Wheel Chair Games
National Wheel Chair Games, Richmond, Virginia
View ArticlePAIRS retreat improves family relationships
Couples benefit from retreat held at Hampton VAMC
View ArticleVeterans Affairs will be at Watermelon Festival
Veterans Affairs will be at Watermelon Festival
View ArticleRHI team launches Veteran diabetes education seminar
Rural Health team launches Veteran diabetes education seminars
View ArticleDAV Olympic Games at Hampton VAMC
The Annual DAV Olympic Games provide disabled Veterans and local DAV chapter volunteers the opportunity to share smiles, good food, and fun times.
View ArticleThe Christmas Shop a Long Standing Tradition
The Christmas Shop a Long Standing Tradition
View ArticleVA announces new Director at Hampton VAMC
Michael H. Dunfee appointed as the new Director of the Hampton VA Medical Center (VAMC).
View ArticleVA announces new Director at Hampton VAMC
Michael H. Dunfee appointed as the new Director of the Hampton VA Medical Center (VAMC).
View ArticleData sharing improves access to health care
The Hampton VAMC is leading the way to improve patient care. Virtual Lifetime Electronic Records is a program that all Veterans at the Hampton VA Medical Center can and should access. This innovative...
View ArticleWe’ve Re-Designed Our Entire Website for You!
Our new look is designed to help you easily and quickly access information with intuitive and easy-to-use navigation. This redesign is based on feedback from Veterans and VA facilities around the country.
View ArticleE-Donate Is Simple, Speedy, Safe
The new E-Donate service allows community members who wish to give back to Veterans a quick, safe way to pledge their support online. You choose the medical center, the amount, and the account.
View ArticleDid you know?
Irene Parsons became the first woman executive in the government when she was appointed as VA's Assistant Administrator and Director of Personnel by President Lyndon B. Johnson.
View ArticleHampton VAMC Telehealth Program
Veterans can now manage chronic medical conditions from home easier than ever before. Health care providers monitor your health condition online, provding a better health care experience for Veterans....
View ArticleHampton First in VISN to Use New Cancer Treatment
Hampton VAMC became the first medical center in VISN 6 to use a newly-approved medical treatment for bone cancer and pain caused by prostate cancer. Xofigo is a radiation treatment that targets the...
View ArticleHelp for Homeless Veterans
From haircuts to food, nearly 150 Veterans received help during a homeless stand down co-sponsored by the Hampton VA Medical Center (VAMC) and the Military Affairs Committee from the city of Hampton.
View ArticleSenator Tim Kaine Visits Hampton
Democratic US Senator Tim Kaine of Virginia spent two hours at the hospital on Monday, August 17, learning about recent progress and new initiatives in place to meet Veteran’s needs. Read the full story
View ArticlePink & Purple Awareness Month
Hampton, Va. – Breast cancer survivors, Veterans, staff members and visitors received a wealth of information, warm greetings, and swag during Hampton VAMC’s Breast Cancer and Intimate Partner Violence...
View ArticleKorean War Veteran Receives Purple Heart
Hampton VAMC Veteran Army Corporal James F. Cavanaugh received a long overdue Purple Heart for his courageous service, sacrifice and wounds he received in action on September 5, 1950 in Korea. Read the...
View ArticleMarch is TBI Awareness Month
In 1988 U.S. Army Veteran Debra Jones was involved in a tragic car accident that forever changed her and her family's life. With the help of Hampton's Polytrauma team she is on the road to continuous...
View ArticleHampton VAMC Recognizes National Re-entry Week
The week of April 24 – 30 is recognized as National Re-Entry Week and Hampton VA Medical Center’s Veterans Justice Outreach (VJO) team is using this opportunity to spread awareness. Read the full story
View ArticleHampton Veteran Combats PTSD with Comedy
As William Breckenridge neared the end of his set on stage he couldn't help but smile and laugh a little himself because right then he knew he'd done it. He'd turned his eight weeks of training into...
View ArticleHampton MVP Recruitment Fair
The Department of Veteran Affairs is launching the Million Veterans Program (MVP) at the Elizabeth City, NC , Albemarle Outpatient Clinic. This is a national, voluntary genetic research program. Read...
View ArticleVietnam Vet and Staff Member Gives Back
Carlson Pendleton is affectionately referred to by his colleagues as a one of those “rare gems” who goes above and beyond to help Veterans in need. He is one of the pillars of the Hampton PTSD Clinic....
View Article3D Printing Improves Vets Lives
With 3D printing veterans can have their prosthetics in 1-2 days as opposed to 3-6 months which is the current standard at Hampton. We could decrease the cost from 200,000 to less than 1000 per...
View ArticleHampton Audiology Direct Scheduling
The Hampton VA Medical Center's Audiology Clinic has begun allowing Veterans to self-refer for hearing tests and other audiology needs. Enrolled Veterans no longer need consults from their primary care...
View ArticleBreast Cancer Awareness 2016
The Hampton VA Medical Center will hold a Breast Cancer and Intimate Partner Violence Awareness Event on Friday, October 28, 2016 in Building 83 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. This is an educational event....
View ArticleEquine Therapy Helps Vets
Veterans who have been affected by PTSD are learning to trust again through the Hampton VA's Equine Therapy program. This program, which in its fourth year, helps to reduce the effects of PTSD. Read...
View ArticleI CARE Values Shine Through During Storm
On September 11, the governor ordered people in Zone A, to evacuate. VA leadership made the call to close the Hampton VA Medical Center. In under 24-hours Hampton staff transferred 201 patients to six...
View ArticleVA MISSION Act Urgent Care
The urgent care benefit covers treatment of non-emergent symptoms such as flu-like symptoms which are typically addressed by urgent care facilities and walk-in retail health clinics. Read the full story
View ArticleHampton VA Medical Center Announces New Director
The Department of Veterans Affairs is pleased to announce the appointment of David Collins as the new director of the Hampton VA Medical Center. Collins will oversee delivery of health care to more...
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