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National Salute To
Hospitalized Veterans |
The purpose of the National Salute To Hospitalized Veterans Program is
to:
- pay tribute and express appreciation to hospitalized veterans;
- increase community awareness of the role of the medical center;
- encourage citizens to visit hospitalized veterans and to become involved
as volunteers
The week of February 14 each year is your opportunity to say thank you
to a special group of men and women, more than 150,000 veterans of the U.S. armed services
who are cared for every day in Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centers,
outpatient clinics, domiciliaries, and nursing homes.
During the National Salute, VA invites individuals, veterans groups,
military personnel, civic organizations, businesses, schools, local media, celebrities and
sports stars to participate in a variety of activities at the VA medical centers. The
activities and events include special ward visits and valentine distributions; photo
opportunities; school essay contests; special recreation activities and veteran
recognition programs.
The week also provides an opportunity for the community to become
acquainted with the volunteer opportunities within the medical center.
Call your nearest VA Medical Center and
ask for Voluntary Service to find out how you, your group or organization can participate.
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Last Updated: 18 March 1999
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