Local Features - Jesse Brown VA Medical Center http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/index.asp Listing of local health features. en-us Copyright 2010 VA http://www.va.gov/rss Wed, 24 Apr 2013 08:19:00 CDT Homeless Veterans Resource Center http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/Homeless_Veterans_Resource_Center.asp Mon, 01 Apr 2013 13:00:00 CDT
]]>Back in 2010, Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric Shinseki charged us all to become personally committed to ending Veteran homelessness by 2015. The plan is considered ambitious for sure, but Jesse Brown VA Medical Center is not deterred.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Homeless_Veterans_Resource_Center_1364836755966 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/Feature_imgs/CRRC-3-180.jpg The CRRC is located at 2750 W. Roosevelt Rd., Chicago, IL. The Grand Opening is April 10 Back in 2010, Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric Shinseki charged us all to become personally committed to ending Veteran homelessness by 2015. The plan is considered ambitious for sure, but Jesse Brown VA Medical Center is not deterred. Ribbon Cutting on April 10th Back in 2010, Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric Shinseki charged us all to become personally committed to ending Veteran homelessness by 2015. The plan is considered ambitious for sure, but Jesse Brown VA Medical Center is not deterred. JBVA to unveil “Wall of Honor” plaque prior to Veterans Day http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/Wall_of_Honor.asp Fri, 02 Nov 2012 14:30:00 CDT
]]>JBVAMC will commemorate Veterans Day on Saturday, November 10, with two special events that will be meaningful to all those who have served our Nation in uniform, as well as the JB employees who continue to serve our Veterans. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Wall_of_Honor_1351882488187 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/WallofHonor2012_180x130.jpg JBVAMC will dedicate its “Wall of Honor” in the hallway of the Bed Tower Pavilion entrance on Saturday, November 10, at 10:30 a.m. The medical center is hoping for a large turnout of Veterans from each military branch to recognize their service to our country. JBVAMC will commemorate Veterans Day on Saturday, November 10, with two special events that will be meaningful to all those who have served our Nation in uniform, as well as the JB employees who continue to serve our Veterans. JBVA to unveil Wall of Honor JBVAMC will commemorate Veterans Day on Saturday, November 10, with two special events that will be meaningful to all those who have served our Nation in uniform, as well as the JB employees who continue to serve our Veterans. Joint Commission Recognizes JBVA as a “Top Performer” http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/Top_Performer.asp Fri, 02 Nov 2012 14:30:00 CST
]]>Joint Commission Recognizes JBVA as a “Top Performer”]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Top_Performer_1351883064350 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/Feature_imgs/JointCommissonTopPerformer180x130.jpg JBVAMC takes pride in being named as a Top Performer by The Joint Commission for the second year in a row. A large banner at the entrance to the Atrium Pavilion shares the good news with anyone entering the facility. Joint Commission Recognizes JBVA as a “Top Performer” VA Recognized as Top Performer Joint Commission Recognizes JBVA as a “Top Performer” Jesse Brown VAMC director named ‘Veteran of the Month’ http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/Veteran_of_the_Month.asp Thu, 27 Sep 2012 11:00:00 CDT
]]>The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) recognized Michael Anaya Sr., a veteran of both the Air Force and Navy, as its October 2012 “Veteran of the Month.”]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Veteran_of_the_Month_1348757655161 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/Feature_imgs/VOTM_180x130.jpg Jesse Brown VAMC Director, Michael Anaya speaking at Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) Veteran of the Month ceremony The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) recognized Michael Anaya Sr., a veteran of both the Air Force and Navy, as its October 2012 “Veteran of the Month.” Veteran of the Month The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) recognized Michael Anaya Sr., a veteran of both the Air Force and Navy, as its October 2012 “Veteran of the Month.” Welcome Home, Veterans Summit at UIC Forum Aug. 9 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/Welcome_Home_Veterans_Summit_at_UIC_Forum_Aug_9.asp Thu, 26 Jul 2012 12:25:00 CDT
]]>Veterans and their families are invited to attend the Illinois Warrior Summit and 5th Annual Welcome Home Celebration at the University of Illinois at Chicago's UIC Forum on Aug. 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Welcome_Home_Veterans_Summit_at_UIC_Forum_Aug_9_1343323587648 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/Welcome_Home_180x130.jpg Welcome Home image Veterans and their families are invited to attend the Illinois Warrior Summit and 5th Annual Welcome Home Celebration at the University of Illinois at Chicago's UIC Forum on Aug. 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Veterans Summit, Welcome Home Veterans and their families are invited to attend the Illinois Warrior Summit and 5th Annual Welcome Home Celebration at the University of Illinois at Chicago's UIC Forum on Aug. 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jesse Brown VAMC Veterans win at Creative Arts Competition http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/Jesse_Brown_VAMC_Veterans_win_at_Creative_Arts_Competition.asp Thu, 19 Jul 2012 16:40:00 CDT
]]>Three Veterans from Chicago's Jesse Brown VA Medical Center won medals in the 2012 Department of Veterans Affairs National Creative Arts Competition. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Jesse_Brown_VAMC_Veterans_win_at_Creative_Arts_Competition_1342734093246 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/CreativeArts2012_180x130.jpg Winning quilt Three Veterans from Chicago's Jesse Brown VA Medical Center won medals in the 2012 Department of Veterans Affairs National Creative Arts Competition. Creative Arts winners Three Veterans from Chicago's Jesse Brown VA Medical Center won medals in the 2012 Department of Veterans Affairs National Creative Arts Competition. Chicago VA to provide needed school supplies http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/Chicago_VA_to_provide_needed_school_supplies.asp Mon, 09 Jul 2012 12:00:00 CDT
]]>Jesse Brown VA Medical Center is teaming up with Volunteers of America Illinois to provide new school supplies to children who are homeless or in foster care.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Chicago_VA_to_provide_needed_school_supplies_1341853669614 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/Operation_backpack180x130.jpg Backpack Jesse Brown VA Medical Center is teaming up with Volunteers of America Illinois to provide new school supplies to children who are homeless or in foster care. Operation Backpack Jesse Brown VA Medical Center is teaming up with Volunteers of America Illinois to provide new school supplies to children who are homeless or in foster care. Chicago VA sends 21 to National Golden Age Games http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/Chicago_VA_sends_21_to_National_Golden_Age_Games.asp Mon, 25 Jun 2012 15:40:00 CDT
]]>Twenty-one Veterans from Jesse Brown VA Medical Center joined nearly 800 Veterans from 40 states, the District of Columbia and the U.S. Virgin Islands to compete in the 26th National Veterans Golden Age Games in St. Louis.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Chicago_VA_sends_21_to_National_Golden_Age_Games_1340656492458 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/GoldenAgeGames_180x130.jpg The St. Louis Arch in St. Louis, Missouri. Twenty-one Veterans from Jesse Brown VA Medical Center joined nearly 800 Veterans from 40 states, the District of Columbia and the U.S. Virgin Islands to compete in the 26th National Veterans Golden Age Games in St. Louis. National Golden Age Games Twenty-one Veterans from Jesse Brown VA Medical Center joined nearly 800 Veterans from 40 states, the District of Columbia and the U.S. Virgin Islands to compete in the 26th National Veterans Golden Age Games in St. Louis. Medical Center tailors plan to expand mental health staff http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/Medical_Center_tailors_plan_to_expand_mental_health_staff.asp Thu, 14 Jun 2012 23:20:00 CDT
]]>Jesse Brown Veterans Affairs Medical Center plans to expand mental health staff by hiring clinicians and a support person to increase mental health operations locally.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Medical_Center_tailors_plan_to_expand_mental_health_staff_1339690521803 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/MentalHealth_thumb.jpg Mental Health Hiring initiative Jesse Brown Veterans Affairs Medical Center plans to expand mental health staff by hiring clinicians and a support person to increase mental health operations locally. Mental health hiring expands Jesse Brown Veterans Affairs Medical Center plans to expand mental health staff by hiring clinicians and a support person to increase mental health operations locally. Volunteers at Chicago VA earn recognition for service http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/Volunteers_at_Chicago_VA_earn_recognition_for_service.asp Fri, 08 Jun 2012 15:50:00 CDT
]]>Nearly 300 volunteers at Chicago's Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Jesse Brown Medical Center received awards for their service at a ceremony June 6. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Volunteers_at_Chicago_VA_earn_recognition_for_service_1339188452778 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/VAVS_awards180x130.jpg Volunteer receives an award. Nearly 300 volunteers at Chicago's Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Jesse Brown Medical Center received awards for their service at a ceremony June 6. Volunteers earn service awards Nearly 300 volunteers at Chicago's Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Jesse Brown Medical Center received awards for their service at a ceremony June 6. Chicago VA unveils 'Wall of Honor' http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/Chicago_VA_unveils_Wall_of_Honor.asp Tue, 29 May 2012 15:20:00 CDT
]]>Veterans and visitors to Chicago's Jesse Brown VA Medical Center (VAMC) were welcomed by the hospital's new "Wall of Honor" this Memorial Day weekend. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Chicago_VA_unveils_Wall_of_Honor_1338322977103 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/WallofHonor2012_180x130.jpg The 'Wall of Honor' welcomes Veterans and visitors to Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago. Veterans and visitors to Chicago's Jesse Brown VA Medical Center (VAMC) were welcomed by the hospital's new "Wall of Honor" this Memorial Day weekend. 'Wall of Honor' unveiled Veterans and visitors to Chicago's Jesse Brown VA Medical Center (VAMC) were welcomed by the hospital's new "Wall of Honor" this Memorial Day weekend. VA hosts National Veterans Job Fair in Detroit, June 26-28 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/VA_hosts_National_Veterans_Job_Fair_in_Detroit_June_26_28.asp Wed, 23 May 2012 12:11:00 CDT
]]>Veterans are invited to one of the largest job fairs in the nation, June 26-28 at the Cobo Center in Detroit. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/VA_hosts_National_Veterans_Job_Fair_in_Detroit_June_26_28_1337793752713 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/Vet_Hiring_Fair180x130.jpg Veterans Job Fair in Detroit, June 26-28 Veterans are invited to one of the largest job fairs in the nation, June 26-28 at the Cobo Center in Detroit. Veterans Job Fair, June 26-28 Veterans are invited to one of the largest job fairs in the nation, June 26-28 at the Cobo Center in Detroit. Volunteer gives 50 years to Chicago Veterans http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/Volunteer_gives_50_years_to_Chicago_Veterans.asp Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:15:00 CDT
]]>When Westside VA first opened its doors in 1954, Vi Jember was there unloading and processing the patients’ linens. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Volunteer_gives_50_years_to_Chicago_Veterans_1334672116141 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/Volunteer_small.JPG Vi Jember has been volunteering at Westside VA and Jesse Brown VA Medical Center for more than 50 years. When Westside VA first opened its doors in 1954, Vi Jember was there unloading and processing the patients’ linens. Commitment to service When Westside VA first opened its doors in 1954, Vi Jember was there unloading and processing the patients’ linens. Film crew featuring integrative medicine visits Chicago VA http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/Film_production_featuring_integrative_medicine_visits_Jesse.asp Wed, 04 Apr 2012 14:45:00 CDT
]]>Veterans and staff at Jesse Brown VA Medical Center participated in the making of a film about the positive benefits of Complementary and Integrative Medicine such as yoga, meditation, Tai chi and Qigong. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Film_production_featuring_integrative_medicine_visits_Jesse_1333565434732 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/integrative_med004.jpg Dr. Eric Proescher is interviewed for a film about complementary and integrative medicine. Veterans and staff at Jesse Brown VA Medical Center participated in the making of a film about the positive benefits of Complementary and Integrative Medicine such as yoga, meditation, Tai chi and Qigong. Integrative medicine film Veterans and staff at Jesse Brown VA Medical Center participated in the making of a film about the positive benefits of Complementary and Integrative Medicine such as yoga, meditation, Tai chi and Qigong. Valentines for Veterans Concert 2012 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/Valentines_for_Veterans_Concert_2012.asp Thu, 19 Jan 2012 13:30:00 CST
]]>Chicago is honored to be selected as one of the 2012 Valentines for Veterans Concert Sites and all three Chicago VA hospitals are working together to make this concert a reality.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Valentines_for_Veterans_Concert_2012_1327003200811 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/Feature_imgs/ValentinesforVeterans180x130.jpg Valentines for Veterans Concert 2012 Chicago is honored to be selected as one of the 2012 Valentines for Veterans Concert Sites and all three Chicago VA hospitals are working together to make this concert a reality. Valentines for Veterans 2012 Chicago is honored to be selected as one of the 2012 Valentines for Veterans Concert Sites and all three Chicago VA hospitals are working together to make this concert a reality. CHICAGO VA HOSPITAL NAMED “TOP PERFORMER” BY JOINT COMMISSION http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/CHICAGO_VA_HOSPITAL_NAMED_TOP_PERFORMER_BY_JOINT_COMMISSION.asp Wed, 07 Dec 2011 08:30:00 CST
]]>Jesse Brown VA Medical Center has been recognized by The Joint Commission as a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for 2010. Only 14 percent of Joint Commission-accredited hospitals were included on the list of 405 facilities nationwide recognized by the Joint Commission. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/CHICAGO_VA_HOSPITAL_NAMED_TOP_PERFORMER_BY_JOINT_COMMISSION_1317930848536 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/JBVAMC180x130.jpg Picture of Jesse Brown VA Medical Center Jesse Brown VA Medical Center has been recognized by The Joint Commission as a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for 2010. Only 14 percent of Joint Commission-accredited hospitals were included on the list of 405 facilities nationwide recognized by the Joint Commission. JBVAMC named "Top Performer" Jesse Brown VA Medical Center has been recognized by The Joint Commission as a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for 2010. Only 14 percent of Joint Commission-accredited hospitals were included on the list of 405 facilities nationwide recognized by the Joint Commission. VA Homeless Veteran Outreach Initiative to Kick Off in Chicago http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/VA_Homeless_Veteran_Outreach_Initiative_to_Kick_Off_in_Chicago.asp Fri, 07 Oct 2011 15:00:00 CDT
]]>Professional Chicago sports players and more than 70 community, government and faith-based organizations will join Hines VA Hospital and the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in kicking off a huge initiative to end homelessness among Veterans in the Chicago area once and for all next week. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/VA_Homeless_Veteran_Outreach_Initiative_to_Kick_Off_in_Chicago_1318009885561 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/t1180.jpg One Team Chicago Professional Chicago sports players and more than 70 community, government and faith-based organizations will join Hines VA Hospital and the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in kicking off a huge initiative to end homelessness among Veterans in the Chicago area once and for all next week. Homeless Veteran Campaign Professional Chicago sports players and more than 70 community, government and faith-based organizations will join Hines VA Hospital and the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in kicking off a huge initiative to end homelessness among Veterans in the Chicago area once and for all next week. Key Recommendations for Eating Wisely http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/Key_Recommendations_for_Eating_Wisely.asp Tue, 06 Sep 2011 12:00:00 CDT
]]>To maximize your health, eat a variety of healthful foods including vegetables, fruits and whole grains. What foods to include? What to limit? Find out more.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Key_Recommendations_for_Eating_Wisely_1315325779302 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/Feature_imgs/EatWisely-thumb.jpg Illustration with words Eat Wisely on it To maximize your health, eat a variety of healthful foods including vegetables, fruits and whole grains. What foods to include? What to limit? Find out more. Live Well: Eat Wisely To maximize your health, eat a variety of healthful foods including vegetables, fruits and whole grains. What foods to include? What to limit? Find out more. Get Recommended Screening Tests and Immunizations http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/Get_Recommended_Screening_Tests_and_Immunizations.asp Tue, 06 Sep 2011 12:00:00 CDT
]]>Get recommended preventative services including screening tests and immunizations. Recommendations depend on your age, gender and other factors. Find out what tests and immunizations are right for you. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Get_Recommended_Screening_Tests_and_Immunizations_1315325197144 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/Feature_imgs/Getscreened_thumb.jpg Illustration with words Get Screened Get recommended preventative services including screening tests and immunizations. Recommendations depend on your age, gender and other factors. Find out what tests and immunizations are right for you. Live Well: Get Screened Get recommended preventative services including screening tests and immunizations. Recommendations depend on your age, gender and other factors. Find out what tests and immunizations are right for you. JBVAMC Offers Onsite Post Deployment Health Reassessments http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/Onsite_Post_Deployment_Health_Reassessments.asp Wed, 20 Oct 2010 15:30:00 CDT
]]>Jesse Brown VAMC helps provides a seamless transition for active duty members returning to civilian life by offering Post Deployment Health Reassessments to National Guard members three months after their return from Iraq or Afghanistan.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Onsite_Post_Deployment_Health_Reassessments_1287603701791 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/PDHRA180x130.jpg National Guard members recently returning from combat deployment receive an overview of VA care prior to receiving individual medical and mental health assessments at Jesse Brown VA Medical Center Jesse Brown VAMC helps provides a seamless transition for active duty members returning to civilian life by offering Post Deployment Health Reassessments to National Guard members three months after their return from Iraq or Afghanistan. Post-Deployment Health Needs Jesse Brown VAMC helps provides a seamless transition for active duty members returning to civilian life by offering Post Deployment Health Reassessments to National Guard members three months after their return from Iraq or Afghanistan. JBVAMC Employee is National Spokesperson for Veterans Hiring Initiative http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/features/JBVAMC_Employee_is_National_Spokesperson_for_Veterans_Hiring_Initiative.asp Wed, 20 Oct 2010 15:00:00 CDT
]]>That VA employee at the reception desk looks familiar. Didn't I see him on TV? Jesse Brown VA staff serves as the national spokesperson for a new Veterans Hiring Initiatives.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/JBVAMC_Employee_is_National_Spokesperson_for_Veterans_Hiring_Initiative_1287592874593 http://www.chicago.va.gov/CHICAGO/images/MartellBuckley180x130.jpg Jesse Brown VAMC receptionist and Operation Iraqi Freedom veteran Martell Buckley is featured on billboards and television ads across the nation That VA employee at the reception desk looks familiar. Didn't I see him on TV? Jesse Brown VA staff serves as the national spokesperson for a new Veterans Hiring Initiatives. Initiative to Hire More Vets That VA employee at the reception desk looks familiar. Didn't I see him on TV? Jesse Brown VA staff serves as the national spokesperson for a new Veterans Hiring Initiatives.