VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System

Creative arts therapies provide Veterans with unique outlets for expression, using evidence-based practices in art, music, dance/movement, and drama therapy. Our VA North East Ohio Healthcare System team of credentialed therapists is dedicated to helping Veterans process experiences and find strength through creativity. 🔗 View the full Digital Art Exhibit here: ow.ly/R0FR50YwYae #CreativeArtsTherapy #VeteransHealth #MusicTherapy #ArtTherapy #DanceMovementTherapy #VeteranSupport #CreativeHealing

If you are actively participating in a Strength at Home group, try the Strength at Home app to track your treatment progress. Complete assignments, answer daily prompts, and access mindfulness tools to practice staying calm. #VAMobile mobile.va.gov/app/strength-h…

VA offers Veterans many ways to access mental health care and resources, from in-person and telehealth appointments to smartphone apps. To learn how you can make your mental health a priority, contact your nearest VA facility or visit MentalHealth.va.gov

VA trains more than 124,000 health professions trainees each year, ensuring high-quality health care for the next generation of Veterans. Trainees make up about one-third of VA’s clinical workforce.

Happy National Nutrition Month! VA observes this occasion by acknowledging the role nutritious foods and drinks play in our Whole Health — and by serving those who have served their country. Through the Veterans Canteen Service (VSC), Veterans and those who support them receive comfort, health, and well-being. Learn more and find a VSC location near you. vacanteen.va.gov

Sometimes the signs that someone is having thoughts of suicide aren’t obvious. Changes in behavior, mood, or routines can signal a Veteran needs support. Learn more: VeteransCrisisLine.net/SignsOfCrisis.

We’re proud to offer a "Cooking with Whole Health" class in partnership with the UH Community Wellness Center. Enrolled Veterans can join us starting July 8th for a six-week journey into healthy, delicious cooking designed specifically for our Veteran community. Spaces fill up fast! Secure your spot in future series by emailing📧: wholehealthcleva@va.go

David’s service in the @usarmy, and the death of his brother, took a toll on him. To try to cope, he misused drugs and later experienced homelessness. Hear David talk about how he turned his life around with the help of Veterans Treatment Court, group therapy and other Veteran programs. Link in bio. Follow @veteransmtc for more inspiring Veteran stories. #USarmy #Veteran #Homeless #Sober #MentalHealth #MentalHealthTreatment

Did you know VA provides training in more than 60 health disciplines? Closing out Health Professions Education Week, we thank our academic partners, VA education faculty, and trainees who work together to care for Veterans. #Veterans #HPEWeek2026

Building healthier habits takes time. The MOVE! Coach app helps you set goals to increase your physical activity and provides guided meal plans to make it easier to improve your health. #VAMobile #VHAMOVE mobile.va.gov/app/move-coach

As we continue to celebrate Health Professions Education Week, we would like to thank the more than 1,500 academic institutions VA partners with to train the next generation of healthcare providers for Veterans and the nation. This includes partnerships with 93% of the nation’s medical schools.

More than 10,000 Veterans from the Cleveland area have joined the Million Veteran Program, the VA’s largest research effort. MVP is working to improve veterans' lives by studying how genes, lifestyle, military experiences and exposures affect health. More than 1.5 million veterans across the nation have already joined MVP. Veterans can join MVP at participating VA facilities across Northeast Ohio or online at mvp.va.gov. Participation in MVP is voluntary.

Friends, family, and the whole community play a critical role in suicide prevention. Staying connected to the Veteran in your life can help make it easier to recognize when they might need support. Learn more about prevention: MentalHealth.VA.gov/suicide_preven….

Don’t leave your health to luck. ☘️ Finding a four-leaf clover is rare—but getting the high-quality care you earned shouldn’t be. Not enrolled in VA health care yet? We can help you apply in person at any of our facilities or get started online. 🔗 va.gov/northeast-ohio… #StPatricksDay #VeteranHealth

If you’re an older Veteran dealing with mental health challenges or stress related to getting older, VA has many programs to help you. Explore your options: Mentalhealth.va.gov/older-veterans…

This week, we honor the vital role of VA in health professions education. For 80 years, VA has been the largest provider of health professions education, ensuring future providers are well-equipped to care for our Veterans.

“And I found myself standing on a bridge, about to jump off. I had had my last meal. I was done.” — Mike, @marines Veteran Losing his son in combat left this Marine feeling hopeless. Hear Mike share what helped him move forward. Link in bio. Follow @veteranmtc for more inspiring Veteran stories. #Veteran #Marines #MentalHealth

Take some of the stress out of your stroke recovery with the Stroke Recovery app. Track your vitals and see trends over time, complete daily wellness check-ins, and access educational resources to support your healing. #VAMobile mobile.va.gov/app/stroke-rec…

Track your healing progress from home with the My VA Images app. You can securely share progress photos and videos of injuries, skin conditions, and more with your VA care team. Talk to your provider to see if it’s a good fit for your care plan. #VAMobile mobile.va.gov/app/my-va-imag…

Drew followed in his father's footsteps and joined the @usarmy, where he lost close friends while he was deployed. A month after returning home, Drew started experiencing symptoms of PTSD. He began pushing away his family and friends, and his parents didn’t know how to encourage him to seek help. Hear how Drew was able to reconnect with his family through mental health treatment and recovery. Link in bio. Follow @veteransmtc for more inspiring Veteran stories. #MentalHealth #Veterans #USArmy