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Meet Bob! Bob Gebhard is a Navy Veteran who didn’t just serve his country decades ago…he’s still showing up for his fellow Veterans today. Bob stopped by the Houston VA today with arms full of games (bingo sets, Connect Four, playing cards and more!) and something you can’t put in a box: genuine, heartfelt cheer. He dropped it all off for Veterans living in our Community Living Center, bringing smiles, friendly competition, and a reminder that they are not forgotten. Bob served in Vietnam back in the 1960s and stays busy these days giving back through the Houston Veterans Rotary Club, Veteran Food Pantry Distributions and countless other community and Veteran organizations. But today….he made it personal. Thank you Bob for your service then, and your incredible generosity now! #HoustonVA #VAVolunteer #MichaelEDeBakeyVA #CDCE

Last night we honored those who gave the last full measure of devotion. When the 24 notes of Taps sounded, we were reminded that the freedoms we cherish were delivered by those who sacrificed everything. On Memorial Day, and every day, we must not forget what we have been given by these heroes.

Is a Veteran in your life hesitant about reaching out for support? Sometimes, hearing from someone who has been there makes all the difference. Hear from Veterans about what encouraged them to seek care. maketheconnection.net/MHM/

Each Memorial Day, Americans give pause to honor those who gave their lives in service. Among them is Army Staff Sgt. Keith M. Maupin. news.va.gov/146897/a-promi…

On Memorial Day, we honor all who gave their lives defending our nation. We pause to pay tribute to their patriotism. Their sacrifice is remembered, today and always. #HoustonVA

Less scroll, more soul. Taking time away from screens can help you reconnect with what matters most. Spirit and soul are an important part of your well-being. va.gov/WHOLEHEALTH/ci…

Enjoy National BBQ Month with a nutrient‑dense dinner featuring pork chops, sweet potatoes, and Brussels sprouts—perfect for sharing with family! #VANutrition  nutrition.va.gov/NUTRITION/docs…

Seven years ago, Army Veteran Rocky Fernandez’s life changed in an instant when a car accident left him paralyzed. What followed were years of grueling challenges, including multiple long hospital stays, a serious infection, and the daily reality of living with limited mobility. But this spring, Rocky rolled across the finish line in the best way possible: he graduated with a degree in petroleum engineering from Houston City College. “I’m not gonna lie; it was hard to have faith after all these setbacks,” Fernandez said. “But I learned to take my time and just get it done." Read more: va.gov/houston-health… #HoustonVA #MichaelEDeBakeyVA

Lucas Fisher, a Marine Corps Veteran from Willis, Texas, has become a familiar and beloved face at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, where he volunteers a couple of times a week to play guitar bedside for his fellow Veterans. “I love watching their faces,” Fisher said. “You can see them go somewhere else for a moment; somewhere happy. That’s everything.” va.gov/houston-health… #houstonVA

May 19 is Hepatitis Testing Day, serving as an important reminder that knowing your status saves lives. Depending on the type, hepatitis can be prevented, treated or cured. Talk to your provider. Know your status. hepatitis.va.gov #hepatitis #hepatitisawareness

Thank you Techwave for stopping by Houston VA today to serve lunch to Veterans! We appreciate your time and generosity. #HoustonVA

VA hospitals earn record-high quality ratings in 2026 CMS report. The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced that 78% of VA hospitals that received an Overall Hospital Quality Star Rating earned four or five stars in the latest annual report from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. That’s the highest percentage since CMS first started rating VA facilities in 2023. Additionally, VA accounted for nearly 15% of all 5-star rated hospitals in the 2026 report. The new report marks the fourth consecutive year that VA facilities have outperformed non-VA facilities, and it’s the second year in a row that no VA hospital received a one-star rating. news.va.gov/press-room/va-…

Join VA today, in recognizing National Senior Fraud Awareness Day. The intent is to focus on awareness, education, and improvement of prevention tactics to safeguard senior citizens. If you or someone you know is age 60 or older and has been a victim of fraud, help is standing by at the National Elder Fraud Hotline at 1-833-FRAUD-11 or via the Fraud Hotline webpage at ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-e….

If you’re a Veteran and you’re finding it hard to stop drinking, VA has options to help. Treatment like therapy and medication can help you stop or reduce drinking, avoid triggers for relapse and build a recovery support system. Learn more: Mentalhealth.va.gov/substance-use/…

Some Veterans feel guilty about returning home when others they served with did not. Hear these Veterans share how they sought mental health treatment and found ways to overcome feelings of guilt to live peaceful lives: maketheconnection.net/stories/882/

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and VA has online resources available to Veterans looking to strengthen their mental health. VeteranTraining.va.gov offers a variety of self-help courses on mental health topics. Your mental health matters. Visit VeteranTraining.va.gov to begin your path forward today. If you’re a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255 to reach the Veteran Crisis Line.

Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) is hosting a virtual career fair today, WED 5/13, from 11am-3pm ET. It will feature employers who are hiring for well-paying positions around the country. Register at: app.brazenconnect.com/a/military-hir…

Wonderful Veteran compliment for Sharon Haynes, RN! "Thank you for going above and beyond your duties to help me get my coordination of care through VA Community Care. You are definitely an angel in scrubs. Thank you for treating me like family and not just another patient. God bless you." #HoustonVA #MichaelEDeBakeyVAMedicalCenter #VANurses

This Mental Health Month, VA invites Veterans to find their own path forward by hearing fellow Veterans speak openly about their challenges and solutions. news.va.gov/146482/veteran…

The Department of Veterans Affairs approved $596 million in VA infrastructure improvements in the second quarter of fiscal year 2026, part of a record $4.8 billion in non-recurring maintenance funds VA will deploy this year. The funds will be used by VA medical facilities for significant maintenance, replacements and upgrades needed to maintain and improve operational capability and healthcare delivery. news.va.gov/press-room/va-…