Cheyenne VAMC

This Mental Health Month, hear powerful stories from Veterans just like you. Explore their stories: maketheconnection.net/mental-health-…

While serving in the U.S. Marine Corps, Courtney sustained a hip injury that took a toll on her physical and mental health, leading to feelings of isolation and loss of identity. Watch Courtney share how therapy and her love of nature empower her recovery. maketheconnection.net/stories/937

🌟 VA supports young people and apprenticeships as a pathway to career success. These programs help students and young adults gain hands-on experience, build in-demand skills, and earn while they learn. Looking for resources for career development lessons, soft skills activities, and a remote learning guide? Learn more here: apprenticeship.gov/educators/appr…

Chronic pain had taken Dominic Sansone’s hobbies, his workouts and quiet time with his wife. He’d given up on VA. Then he tried Cheyenne VA. va.gov/cheyenne-healt…

No one who served in uniform should ever struggle to find a home. If you know a Veteran who is homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness, call the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 877-424-3838. This is a problem we can solve together. For more information on how you can help fight Veteran homelessness, visit VA.gov/homeless.

If you’re an older Veteran, VA has specialized services to help you cope with medical, cognitive, and mental health conditions that can arise later in life. VA is here to help: MentalHealth.va.gov/older-veterans…

Working on health goals? Join our weekly Veteran-led group in Cheyenne. We check in, share what's working, and support each other. Weekly events in-person and virtually; check the Events page on our website to learn more: va.gov/cheyenne-healt…

Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month is a time to learn about the support and resources VA has for military sexual trauma (MST) survivors. Year-round, VA helps MST survivors of all backgrounds. Learn more: mentalhealth.va.gov/SAAPM

Can't make your appointment? Let another Veteran take it. Cancel by replying "C" to your appointment text (Text START to 53079), using MyHealth.va.gov or VA Health & Benefits App, or calling 307-778-7550 and press 2.

With VEText, you can get alerts for upcoming health care appointments, allowing you to confirm or cancel quickly. Learn more about VA’s text messaging appointment reminder system: myhealth.va.gov/ss20180907-tex…

Caring and confidential support for #Veterans is available 24/7. No matter what you’re going through, you can reach the #VeteransCrisisLine by call, chat, or text.

In 1985, VA recognized that aging Veterans needed more than medical care — they needed motivation, goals, and connection. So, the Golden Age Games were born. The Veterans Health Administration is marking 80 years of supporting Veterans. Learn more. department.va.gov/veteran-sports/ #VHA80 #Freedom250 #AdaptiveSports

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy helps the brain process traumatic memories so that they feel less intense and disturbing. Hear how EMDR helped these Veterans find relief. Follow Make the Connection for more inspiring Veteran stories. maketheconnection.net/stories/872/

Whether you’re looking for clinical care, counseling, or assistance with benefits, the #VeteransCrisisLine Resource Locator tool can connect you to local support: VeteransCrisisLine.net/ResourceLocator.

Army Vet Dominic Sansone and his wife had given up on VA. He came to Cheyenne VA skeptical. He left with tools that changed how he lives with chronic pain. va.gov/cheyenne-healt…

When financial problems affected these Veterans' lives, they reached out for support through VA. Hear how counseling and other mental health resources helped them. Follow Make the Connection for more inspiring Veteran stories. maketheconnection.net/stories/636/

VA’s Million Veteran Program helps researchers study how genes affect health, leading to discoveries that can save lives and improve care. Research focuses on areas such as mental health, cancer, tinnitus, and military exposures. Join today at mvp.va.gov/?utm_source=tw….

Frustrated with your technology? Need some help navigating the apps? Our VA Tech Team will be available to help you connect and navigate VA apps with your smartphone or device at the Tech4Vets event! Join us Apr 28, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. MT In the southwest parking lot of the Cheyenne VA Medical Center 2360 East Pershing Boulevard Cheyenne, WY For more information, visit: va.gov/cheyenne-healt…

Access mental health care that fits your lifestyle. Speak with your VA provider or visit Mentalhealth.va.gov/get-help/acces… to learn more about your care options.

VA Health Connect is a non-emergency medical service that allows you to speak with a nurse to determine the right course of action. va.gov/initiatives/va… Phone: 1-800-698-2411 This important service is available 24/7 nationwide and Veterans enrolled in VA Healthcare automatically have access. This matters because VA Health Connect can address a wide range of health concerns over the phone and prevent an unnecessary trip to urgent care or the emergency room. If you are experiencing symptoms and concerned about your health, call VA Health Connect today. It’s always better to check in than to wait. No question is too small. To learn more, visit VA Health Connect website, using the link provided in the description. As always, during a medical emergency, immediately call 911.