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From the time they raise their right hands to the time they place their last duty station in the rear-view mirror, our military members are given a manual on how to conduct themselves in any situation.

Legal Aid Flyer

Battle Creek VA Medical Center Police Officer Aaron Trouten was recognized by the Office of the Secretary Defense on January 14th, 2025, as a recipient of the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve's (ESGR) Patriot Award.

Battle Creek VA Police Officer, Major Aaron Trouten, receives the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve's (ESGR) Patriot Award.

The 2024 Remember-A-Vet Campaign, sponsored annually by the Battle Creek Enquirer to benefit Veterans at the VA Medical Center, has raised $10,750 during its 2024 season.

Art Middleton

Veterans, staff, and community members from southwest Michigan gathered at Battle Creek VA Medical Center, in Battle Creek, Michigan, October 15, to celebrate and recognize the hospitals’ 100th anniversary of care to Veterans in the region from when it first opened on October 15, 1924.

Medal of Honor recipient James C. McCloughan delivers remarks during the 100th anniversary ceremony recognizing the centennial milestone.

Staff from Battle Creek’s VA Recreational Therapy Service facilitated a disc golf event for Veterans at the Lakeview Kiwanis Outdoor Center on Saturday, September 7, in Lakeview, Michigan. The activity was designed to be an outdoor hobby that Veterans can incorporate as a fun and creative pastime.

Battle Creek VA Medical Center Recreation Service staff and local Veterans pose for a group photo during a disc golf event.

Getting a flu shot protects you, your family, and your community.

Flu Clinic Flyer

Battle Creek VAMC's Emergency Management Service conducted a series of active threat exercises at the Muskegon VA Clinic Friday, August 30, with the goal to reinforce the abilities of healthcare providers and emergency responders to react in adverse situations, protecting staff and Veterans.

Members of the Muskegon County Sheriff's Department, conduct an active threat simulation at the Muskegon VA Clinic. (Photo by Abraham Essenmacher)

Community Outreach coordinators at VA facilities across the nation are working diligently in local communities and with partners to ensure Veterans know about their benefits and eligibility.

Members of the Battle Creek VA Community Outreach, M2VA, and Veteran Enrollment pose for a photo at an Outreach event. (Photo by Abraham Essenmacher)

Twelve students from local area high schools concluded the 2024 Summer Serve Program at the Battle Creek VA Medical Center in Battle Creek, Michigan, following a celebratory luncheon on August 8th.

Local high school student participants of the Battle Creek VA Medical Center Summer Serve Program pose for a group photo.

Battle Creek VA Medical Center’s Recreation Therapy service has partnered with West Michigan Sail and is entering its third season to help provide Veterans with therapeutic sailing activities on Lake Michigan.

U.S. Army Veteran Brandon Akerman, left, steers a 30-foot sailboat with assistance from Captain Lee Price from West Michigan Sail.