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Columbia VAHCS outpatient clinics & administrative offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 28 in recognition of Thanksgiving. Call 911 or visit the closest ER in a life-threatening emergency. If experiencing a mental health crisis call the Veteran Crisis Line at 988 and then press 1 or text 83255.

Returning service member care

Columbia VA Health Care System provides health care and other benefits to the newest Veterans returning from service, even if you are still on active duty or an activated member of the National Guard or Reserve. Talk to a care coordinator about making use of your health care benefits.

Connect with a care coordinator

Scott Smith M.ED, BSN, RN, CMGT-BC

Interim Post-9/11 Military2VA Program Manager

VA Columbia South Carolina health care

Phone:

Email: scott.smithb7078@va.gov

Care we provide at Columbia VA Health Care System

We can help you access service and benefit programs tailored to the needs of returning service members, including:

  • Polytrauma care
  • Rehabilitation
  • Mental health care
  • Counseling
  • Family benefits counseling
  • Referral assistance

Vet Centers

Vet Centers are counseling centers that help Veterans readjust after deployment. The Vet Center in Columbia , SC provides counseling for individuals, groups, married couples, and families. They also provide guidance and referrals for other VA and community resources.

Learn more about Vet Centers

  • When to contact a patient advocate at VA Columbia South Carolina and how they can help.

  • Learn what benefits VA offers to Post-9/11 Veterans (previously called the OEF/OIF/OND Program).

  • If you're on active duty in the United States uniformed services, including active National Guard and Reserve, you may be eligible for benefits both during service and after separation or retirement. Find out which benefits you qualify for and when to apply.

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