John J. Pershing VA Medical Center

You've seen Pharmacy's special tree in other posts. The Pharmacy team decorates this tree in various patriotic themes to fit whatever season it is. They want Veterans to know we are ALWAYS thinking about them. Look closely at this tree. Zoom in. Last weekend was Memorial Day - the time to honor those who never came home. Now, Pharmacy has decorated their tree with little soldiers, to remind us all to pray for those still serving, and their safe return home. Thank you, Pharmacy, for your ICARE commitment to our mission.

Dr. Joel Inman served as a combat medic with the United States Army in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and served in the Army National Guard for eight years. Since 2016, Dr. Inman has been one of our Health Care Heroes as a chiropractor with the John J. Pershing VA Medical Center. He provides expert chiropractic care, acupuncture and Tai Chi services for his patients, enhancing their lives with these Whole Health alternatives. Thank you, Dr. Inman!

Annie is VA’s text messaging service that promotes self-care for Veterans receiving VA health care, and their caregivers. You just need a phone that can receive text messages to enroll!

Did you celebrate World No Tobacco Day? Every attempt to quit tobacco provides information you can use to get closer to a tobacco-free life. Find the VA resources and support you need to continue your journey: https://bddy.me/3wIUlCi

Each day is a new opportunity to begin living tobacco-free! World No Tobacco Day is over, but it’s never too late to start your tobacco-free future. Sign up for helpful tips and encouragement with SmokefreeVET by texting VET to 47848. Para inscribirse en SmokefreeVET en español, manda el texto VETesp al 47848. https://bddy.me/3vSLVbe

Privacy matters. With VA Video Connect, Veterans like you can meet with their providers from home through a secure video connection. Download on the VA App Store: https://bddy.me/2LPfZ5x

Big thanks to Cape Central’s National Honor Society students and leaders for the handmade Christmas cards they sent to our Veterans! As we near the end of a challenging year, let us celebrate joy and service to others; the students put a lot of time and energy into making cards to merry-up the Veterans’ holiday season. Advisors are Mrs. Judith Crenshaw and Mr. Seth Landewee at Cape Central High School in Cape Girardeau. Thank you all!

Planning is underway at the John J. Pershing VA Medical Center to deliver a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine when we receive our supply. Because the COVID-19 vaccine is expected to be limited at first, CDC recommends that initial supplies be allocated to healthcare personnel and long-term care facility residents. We will follow CDC guidelines for maximizing benefits of the vaccine and begin by vaccinating our nursing home residents. We will be contacting Veterans to arrange COVID-19 vaccinations by appointment only. Please do not put yourself at risk by coming to the medical center until you have been contacted to confirm an appointment. For more information, visit: https://bddy.me/3mBspuB.

Access high-quality health care from the couch. Veterans can use VA Video Connect to meet with their providers through their computer or mobile device. Find out more: https://bddy.me/38kQJvK

Please read the COVID-19 vaccine planning frequently asked questions for Veterans. It covers: General information COVID-19 planning process Vaccine approv...al/authorization process Who will get the vaccine Getting vaccinated Safety Education Vaccine data sharing Clinical trials Click here: https://bit.ly/36YeB8Q

Do you know about VA Video Connect (VVC)? VVC is a VA solution that lets Veterans see their VA health care providers virtually. VVC uses encrypted video to ensure the session is secure and allows Veterans to see and talk to their health care team from anywhere with internet service or a mobile phone data plan. This makes receiving VA healthcare more convenient and reduces travel times for Veterans. It also reduces exposure to others.. VA Video Connect is in use by providers across the country, and is available at the John J. Pershing VA Medical Center. Ask your provider if you'd like to know more!

TODAY: The John J .Pershing VA Medical Center announces a special phone training for caregivers of Veterans entitled, Taking Care of Yourself During the Holidays. The one-hour training will be hosted by the Memphis VA Caregiver Support Program this morning at 10:00 a.m., and is open to all caregivers of Veterans. Registration is not required, and attendees may dial toll free 1-404-397-1596, and enter 199 190 2254## to participate.

TOMORROW: The John J .Pershing VA Medical Center announces a special phone training for caregivers of Veterans entitled, Taking Care of Yourself During the Holidays. The one-hour training will be hosted by the Memphis VA Caregiver Support Program on December 9, at 10:00 a.m., and is open to all caregivers of Veterans. Registration is not required, and attendees may dial toll free 1-404-397-1596, and enter 199 190 2254## to participate.

If the #Veteran in your life is going through a difficult time, ask the question: Are you thinking of suicide? Find resources to help you start the conversation at https://bit.ly/2K3jvZn. #BeThere

Last day to register! Our Caregiver Support program will host a four-part series of classes for caregivers of Veterans. The classes will be held via telephone from 10:00 to noon on December 9, 11, 16, and 18. Please register today by calling 573-778-4476.