Hines VA Hospital

05/28/2026

Did you miss our Mental Health Summit 2026: How VA Chaplains Help All Veterans in Their Recovery Journey? The full recording is now available! Hear how chaplains support Veterans on their path to hope and healing. Watch here:

How VA Chaplains help all Veterans in their recovery journeyFeaturing Chaplains from VISN 12This Summit Welcomes:Veterans and Veteran family members, VA staf...

05/27/2026

Use VA’s residential rehabilitation treatment facility locator to find a site near you: http://Mentalhealth.va.gov/.../va-residential.../index.asp

05/27/2026

Join us for the VA Summer Standdown 2026! All Veterans in need are invited to receive support and services at this annual event. Our dedicated VA staff and volunteers will provide food, clothing, and health screenings for homeless and at-risk Veterans. Additional resources include referrals for health care, housing, employment, substance use treatment, mental health counseling, and more.

Veteran status will be verified at registration—please bring your photo ID or VA ID if possible.

📅 Friday, June 5th, 2026
⏰ 8:30 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
📍 General Jones Armory, 5200 S. Cottage Grove Ave., Chicago, IL 60615

Together, we support our nation’s heroes.

05/26/2026

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 mental health care. https://www.maketheconnection.net/MHM/

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 mental health care. https://www.maketheconnection.net/MHM/

05/25/2026

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.

05/23/2026

Enjoy National BBQ Month with a nutrient‑dense dinner featuring pork chops, sweet potatoes, and Brussels sprouts—perfect for sharing with family!

https://www.nutrition.va.gov/NUTRITION/docs/Recipes/MainDishes/Barbecue-Pork-SheetPanDinner.pdf #

05/23/2026

Mindful May: Maintaining an active lifestyle not only decreases the risk of long-term health problems but also improves our ability to do more things we love. Move with the groove by trying out this Live Whole Health music and movement exercise: https://youtu.be/rhIZUOYP7OA. In the comments, let us know: How do you combine movement with your favorite things?

05/22/2026

Did you know VA provides mental health resources specifically for women Veterans?
From women-focused clinics to compassionate care for mental health, you can find the treatment that works best for you.
Discover care built for your needs: MentalHealth.va.gov/women-vets/index.asp

05/20/2026

Explore free, self-paced mental health trainings that you can do anytime, anywhere.
If you’re a Veteran looking for self-help resources, check out online training courses from VA: VeteranTraining.va.gov

05/20/2026

Happy HTM Week 2026! 🎉

We’re proud to celebrate our Healthcare Technology Management team at Hines VA Hospital. Their expertise in biomedical engineering and clinical technology keeps our Veterans safe and ensures top-quality care every day. Thank you for your dedication, innovation, and teamwork!